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Located in the heart of the city of Wellington,The Marion Hostel offers a range of backpacker accommodation and features a rooftop terrace. It is just a 1-minute walk from Cuba Street where you will find a variety of restaurants, cafes and bars. Free high speed unlimited WiFi is offered throughout the property. Everything was great! One of the hostels I have ever stayed in the world💗 Stuff, location, facilities! Especially liked their bigger bathroom and shower

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9.3
Superb
1,681 reviews
Price from
US$24
per night

Set in Auckland, Verandahs Parkside Lodge has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is close to SKYCITY Auckland Convention Centre, Auckland Art Gallery and Sky Tower. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and a tour desk for guests.

Popular points of interest near the hostel include Aotea Centre, Aotea Square and Auckland Town Hall. Auckland Airport is 20 km from the property. It's a nice cosy house, with a lovely view of the garden and the city skyline. Walking distance to/from the city centre, lively streets nearby: lots of restaurants and supermarket nearby.

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9.1
Superb
1,632 reviews
Price from
US$27
per night

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. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. Amazing location, super friendly and helpful staff, clean and a great outside area overlooking the sea.

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9
Superb
674 reviews
Price from
US$29
per night

Located in Turangi, Riverstone Lodge, a 5-star hostel, offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property provides garden views and a terrace.

A range of activities are offered in the area, such as skiing and cycling.

Taupo is 40 km from the hostel. Best place I stayed in all of New Zealand!! Sandra is incredibly kind and helpful. Riverstone was a great base to wait out the weather to hike the tongariro crossing. The place itself is super clean and cozy, and has a nice patio to enjoy the sun and a well equipped kitchen.

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9.1
Superb
997 reviews
Price from
US$28
per night

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. The property is around 27 km from Westpac Stadium, 27 km from Beehive Parliament Building and 28 km from Wellington Botanical Gardens. The hostel features family rooms. Beautiful space on a nice quiet beach

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9.1
Superb
103 reviews
Price from
US$28
per night

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.

This hostel has ski storage space and bike hire is available. You can engage in various activities, such as skiing, golfing and horse riding. Met all our needs. Fabulous setup with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Great handy location.

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9.4
Superb
8 reviews
Price from
US$102
per night

Conveniently located in the centre of Auckland, LyLo Auckland Hotel is within 2.6 km of Masefield Beach and 300 metres of Aotea Centre. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers karaoke and a 24-hour front desk.

Popular points of interest near the hostel include Aotea Square, Auckland Town Hall and SKYCITY Auckland Convention Centre. Auckland Airport is 20 km from the property. Good vibe, great onsite bar “Miss Lucy”. Common kitchen area was well equipped and very lively

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8.8
Fabulous
6,217 reviews
Price from
US$36
per night

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

Taupo is an absolute mecca for all things outdoors – including hiking the famous Tongariro crossing, trout fishing, skydiving, jet boating, white water rafting, mountain biking and sailing on the Great Lake with the hostel's yacht 'Fearless'. The bed bunks are the best! very comfy mattress, lovely privacy curtain and enough space for your stuff. The stairs to te top bunks is big (block of wood) so not painful like most. The chill area in the middle was very nice, kitchen as big, the dog was cool and the staff is the best! I stayed here again on my way back for 4 nights and told all my travel friends to book here.

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8.5
Very good
2,400 reviews
Price from
US$20
per night

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. It is just 5 minutes' walk from the Rotorua Visitors Centre and bus stops. The property is within walking distance to a weekly night market. I think its the best hostel in Rotorua. Inside its very safe and staff are very friendly and full of energy. I reccomend strongly.

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8.2
Very good
1,353 reviews
Price from
US$20
per night

Discover the vibrant pulse of New Zealand’s capital at Haka House Wellington! Located in the heart of the city, the cosy hostel is just moments away from famous spots, allowing guests to explore iconic landmarks like Te Papa and Courtenay Place, as well as the stunning waterfront. With comfortable and stylish private and shared rooms, combined with modern facilities and a welcoming atmosphere, Haka House Wellington promises a hassle-free stay, full of convenience and excitement for groups and solo travellers alike. Book at Haka House Wellington today and let the adventure begin! Lovely place considering it’s a hostel. I wouldn’t usually book and stay at a hostel but wanted to stay where my son’s sports team was and I was pleasantly surprised at everything. My ensuite room was just perfect for what I needed this weekend.

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8.1
Very good
1,818 reviews
Price from
US$23
per night

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