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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. 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. First time solo traveler, and it was the first time in a hostel outside of my country, and I couldn't have been more pleased with the choice I made. It was clean with enough bathrooms and toilets to cater to everyone. The location was absolutely perfect 👌 close to Cuba Street and walking distance from the museum, the supermarket, and the water front. I personally loved the rooftop and had most of my meals up there. I would definitely make a return trip.

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9.4
Superb
1,685 reviews
Price from
€ 23
per night

Verandahs Parkside Lodge 4.5 stars

Auckland

Set in Auckland, Verandahs Parkside Lodge has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. This property is located a short distance from attractions such as 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. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport, 20 km from Verandahs Parkside Lodge. Super clean facilities. Beautiful view. Overall, one of the best hostels I've been to. Not too crowded. Nice hostel to relax.

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9
Superb
1,421 reviews
Price from
€ 27
per night

Riverstone Lodge 5 stars

Turangi

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. Fantastic accomodation. Chilled out atmosphere. Perfect location for the crossing. The owner makes you feel very welcome. I highly recommend anyone to stay here.

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9.1
Superb
813 reviews
Price from
€ 28
per night

Relax a Lodge 3 stars

Kerikeri

Guests can relax by the fireplace in the guest lounge, or unwind in the hammock on the terrace. After a day of activities, you can share a meal in the barbecue area. The hostel also features free bicycle rental, and a free shuttle service to Kerikeri airport. Everything! Absolutely lovely and familiar

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9
Superb
216 reviews
Price from
€ 40
per night

United Auckland

Auckland Central Business District, Auckland

Attractively situated in the Auckland Central Business District district of Auckland, United Auckland is situated 700 metres from Aotea Square, 800 metres from Auckland Art Gallery and less than 1 km from Aotea Centre. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 1.1 km from the city centre and 600 metres from Auckland Town Hall.

The hostel offers a sun terrace. You can play table tennis at United Auckland. Had a beautiful stay. It did exceed my expectation as I had access to games,movie rooms and the common area with the kitchen is great. In addition my room and bed was clean. Friendly and helpful staff. Helped with easy check in and check out. The building is so clean :) Also i was able to keep my luggage In the reception area even after my checkout for almost 6 hrs. Overall I really enjoyed my stay.

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9
Superb
36 reviews
Price from
€ 25
per night

LyLo Auckland 5 stars

Auckland Central Business District, Auckland

Boasting a shared lounge, a restaurant as well as a bar, LyLo Auckland is set in the centre of Auckland, 2.9 km from Masefield Beach. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers karaoke and a tour desk.

Popular points of interest near the hostel include Aotea Centre, Aotea Square and Auckland Town Hall. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport, 20 km from LyLo Auckland. The place is amazing. Quiet and friendly.

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8.6
Fabulous
4,002 reviews
Price from
€ 34
per night

Wanderlust NZ

Tauranga

Among the facilities at this property are 2 spacious, shared kitchens overlooking the water and a separate shared lounge area, and a specialised private group area. We have upmarket private rooms with ensuites to shared dorms with or without ensuites with eco-friendly bedding and tastefully decorated. This hostel has sustainability at it’s core. Beautiful old hotel right on the waterfront. Spacious, good kitchens and wonderful views over the water. Get up early and see the sun rise!

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8.2
Very good
1,057 reviews
Price from
€ 29
per night

Haka Lodge Auckland 5 stars

Auckland Central Business District, Auckland

There are private and dormitory rooms on offer, all with linen provided. Dormitory rooms have shared bathroom facilities. Private rooms offer a flat-screen TV, towels and private bathroom. There is a shared guest laundry. Everything about Haka Lodge was brilliant. From the time of arriving to leaving. Accommodation was comfortable, clean, staff were friendly...location handy

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8.1
Very good
1,340 reviews
Price from
€ 24
per night

Finlay Jack's Backpackers 4.5 stars

Taupo

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! Normally I don't like upper bunk bed but this one is stairs, not ladders to going up. Also, there are 2 pillows in the bed that never happened in another hostel in NZ. I really appreciate that!

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8.5
Very good
2,030 reviews
Price from
€ 24
per night

Eden Lodge

Mount Eden, Auckland

Situated in Auckland, within 2.4 km of Eden Park Stadium and 2.6 km of Auckland Domain, Eden Lodge features accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 2.7 km from Auckland Town Hall, 2.8 km from Aotea Square and 2.9 km from Auckland Art Gallery. SKYCITY Auckland Convention Centre is 3.7 km away and The Civic is 3.8 km from the hostel. I think they are some of the best people who have treated me in my travel life. Peter very friendly and the other boy the same. greetings to them

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8.5
Very good
134 reviews
Price from
€ 59
per night

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