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The Marion Hostel

Wellington CBD, Wellington

Located in the heart of the city of Wellington,The Marion Hostel offers a range of backpacker accommodation and features a rooftop terrace.

D
Davina
From
Kenya
Everything - location, decor etc
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,652 reviews
Price from
US$80.19
1 night, 2 adults

Verandahs Parkside Lodge

Auckland

Set in Auckland, Verandahs Parkside Lodge has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

M
Michal
From
Poland
Great location, beautiful park and very comfortable rooms. Spacious and well-equipped kitchen, lot's of cozy common areas to relax/ socialise. Very friendly staff & hostel guests.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,606 reviews
Price from
US$71.22
1 night, 2 adults

Waiheke Backpackers Hostel

Onetangi

Situated in Onetangi, 300 metres from Onetangi Beach, Waiheke Backpackers Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities.

M
Marie
From
Czech Republic
Nice, calm location right next to the beach, other parts of island easily reachable by bus. Everything you need, dorm was spatious and not crammed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 669 reviews
Price from
US$80.61
1 night, 2 adults

Moana Lodge

Plimmerton

Located in Plimmerton and with Plimmerton Beach reachable within 1.7 km, Moana Lodge provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

K
KC
From
Italy
Very kind personal and location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews
Price from
US$62.80
1 night, 2 adults

Adventure Taupō Hostel

Taupo

Situated in Taupo, 36 km from Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park, Adventure Taupō Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

C
Caoimhe
From
New Zealand
Clean facilities, rooms were a nice size and not too cramped. Staff were very friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
US$50.47
1 night, 2 adults

The Ohakune Central Cabins

Ohakune

Offering a barbecue and spa centre, The Ohakune Central Cabins is located in Ohakune. All rooms offer free WiFi. Guests have access to a communal kitchen and a shared lounge area.

K
Kelly
From
New Zealand
The place was incredibly clean and neat. Daily house keeping was appreciated. Having 2 bathrooms made such a difference. Kitchen was well equipped even for a small kitchenette. Staff were so friendly. The place was warm before we got there and stayed very warm the whole time even heating in the bathrooms. Was a very comfortable, pleasant stay. Close to everything in town.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$88.60
1 night, 2 adults

LyLo Auckland Hotel

Auckland Central Business District, Auckland

Conveniently located in the centre of Auckland, LyLo Auckland Hotel is within 2.6 km of Masefield Beach and 300 metres of Aotea Centre.

K
Kim
From
South Korea
Facilities were well-maintained, creating a pleasant environment. The staff were also friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6,280 reviews
Price from
US$66.59
1 night, 2 adults

Finlay Jack's Backpackers

Taupo

Finlay Jack's Backpackers offers an ideal location in Taupo. The hostel offers single bed dormitory's.

S
Selma
From
Iceland
Best hostel ever, they have separate cubes with plugs, light to read and curtains all you need for a hostel 😍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,382 reviews
Price from
US$66.17
1 night, 2 adults

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

Rotorua

The centrally located Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua offers free WiFi, a neighboring rock-climbing wall and a spacious guest lounge including a tour desk, a billiards table and a cinema.

v
vlorinc
From
Hungary
Good location The guy at the reception/blonde long hair/was extremly friendly Thank you
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,318 reviews
Price from
US$67.85
1 night, 2 adults

Haka House Wellington

Wellington CBD, Wellington

Discover the vibrant pulse of New Zealand’s capital at Haka House Wellington!

I
Iulian
From
Romania
Many things, but especialy the bed curtains.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,844 reviews
Price from
US$52.33
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: US$79.07
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6,280 reviews
The best hostel I've ever been to! You have a private space in your bed with a lamp and mirror, and you can easily fit some stuff next to you as the bed is wide! It's a perfect hotel for introverts; you don't have to talk to anyone even during check-in, as you can do everything on the iPad.
Guest review by
Noemi
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$78.31
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,775 reviews
Lovely clean hostel with comfy beds in the private rooms. Great location for town. Used the shared bathrooms on arrival and cleanest hostel toilets I have ever seen.
Guest review by
Michelle
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$57.76
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 723 reviews
The hostel has a great location, really close to the main avenues, everything is in walking distance. Wifi was great, the room was cozy enough for the winter season and the hostel has great common areas. Staff was great too they were nice and helpful and a special shout-out to Nick! He went above and beyond his duty and was extremely helpful not just about the hostel but also giving directions about the city and any other topic, and so friendly!
Guest review by
MissKarencia
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$79.74
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,844 reviews
Exceptional value for money, amazing customer service & decent facilities…by far the best hostel I ever stayed at!
Guest review by
Sarah
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$47.66
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Passable - What previous guests thought, 1,259 reviews
This hostel is better than other cheap hostels. Cleans twice and friendly environment. Hostel has events every week. I suggest not compare this hostel with 5 star hotel if you paying for cheapest room in cheapest hostel.
Guest review by
Jabez
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$44.86
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,723 reviews
It’s a great location to get to the crossing (if weather permits!) staff are lovely and there is a lot of kitchen space. Climbing wall if that’s your vibe. It’s a bit basic in terms of other kiwi hostels but good value for money.
Guest review by
Lucy
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$42.90
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Passable - What previous guests thought, 1,982 reviews
Great location. Okay for 1 or 2 nights. The price reflects the standard of the hostel.
Guest review by
Andrea Munraba
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,810 reviews
Beautiful quality old style architecture. Modernised. Great location. Within walking distance of everything I wanted to do in the city. Great public transport nearby. Great staff. Everything need on site. Including meals. Very central. Safe.
Guest review by
Sequoya Pty Ltd, Tim & Audrey
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$82.43
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,652 reviews
This is a lovely friendly hostel, and it's really well situated right near Cuba Street. It's clean and safe and they have a great kitchen which is well equipped with big fridges!
Guest review by
warren
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$54.90
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,277 reviews
The reception staff are helpful and nice for the basic things even though they do look like backpackers themselves. I have a bed in a 6 bed female dorm and it was great, had a bathroom in the room which I’m glad because the shared ones were a bit grubby and run down. I felt pretty safe here as I was in a female dorm with other people. Excellent location, very close to the bus terminal so great if you have lots of luggage 😊
Guest review by
Remy
Solo traveller