Title: Beachcomber Lodge & Backpacker Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Beachcomber Lodge & Backpacker Hotel in Kaitaia with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21580000/21575400/21575377/30be0454.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21580000/21575400/21575377/734577a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21580000/21575400/21575377/6d1e238e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21580000/21575400/21575377/b85fcc86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21580000/21575400/21575377/72ae0a93.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Beachcomber Lodge & Backpacker, in the heart of the city, offers a lively retreat with a garden. Guests can explore local cuisine, unwind in the arcade, or browse the library. Practical amenities include free WiFi and self-parking. 7.8 Good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast available - Kitchen - Parking included - Laundry - Free WiFi £65 includes taxes & fees 9 Dec - 10 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 28 - Nov 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=21575377&PinnedHotelID=21575377&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=21575377&PinnedHotelID=21575377&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 29 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=21575377&PinnedHotelID=21575377&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=21575377&PinnedHotelID=21575377&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 28 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=21575377&PinnedHotelID=21575377&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=21575377&PinnedHotelID=21575377&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=21575377&PinnedHotelID=21575377&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=21575377&PinnedHotelID=21575377&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21580000/21575400/21575377/b85fcc86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Fridge Flat-screen TV Portable fan Private bathroom Hydromassage showerhead Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21580000/21575400/21575377/862cab39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room for 5 ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Fridge Flat-screen TV Portable fan Private bathroom Hydromassage showerhead Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 5 - 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21580000/21575400/21575377/862cab39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room for 8 ### Highlights Heating Fridge Flat-screen TV Portable fan Hydromassage showerhead Coffee/tea maker Shared/communal kitchen - Sleeps 1 - 4 Single Bunk Beds ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21580000/21575400/21575377/ce1eeb79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 1 Bed in 6-Bed Dorm ### Highlights Heating TV Portable fan Hydromassage showerhead Coffee/tea maker Shared/communal kitchen - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21580000/21575400/21575377/ce1eeb79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 1 Bed in 4-Bed Dorm ### Highlights Heating TV Portable fan Hydromassage showerhead Coffee/tea maker Shared/communal kitchen - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKaitaia-Hotels-Beachcomber-Lodge-Backpacker.h21575377.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKaitaia-Hotels-Beachcomber-Lodge-Backpacker.h21575377.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-35.10954%2C173.25990&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Dsk5tggVj52ruRbfU_FCK3ZV8Sc=) 235 Commerce Street, Kaitaia, 0410 #### What's nearby - Okahu Estate Winery - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Te Ahu Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Far North Regional Museum - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles - Karikari Peninsula - 14 min drive - 13.1 miles - Ninety Mile Beach - 16 min drive - 12.2 miles #### Getting around - Kaitaia (KAT) - 8 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk - ‪The Gecko Cafe - ‬10 min walk - ‪Turkish Kebabs - ‬11 min walk - ‪Peek a Boo - ‬10 min walk - ‪KFC - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### Beachcomber Lodge & Backpacker Hotel in the city centre You can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden at Beachcomber Lodge & Backpacker. In addition to an arcade/games room and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hotel include: - Free self-parking - Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), barbecues and a billiards/pool table - 5 meeting rooms, luggage storage and tour/ticket information Room features All guest rooms at Beachcomber Lodge & Backpacker include amenities, such as free WiFi. 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check-in end time: 10:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately NZD 12 for adults and from NZD 12 for children The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services. ### Property is also known as Beachcomber Lodge Backpacker Kaitaia Beachcomber Lodge Backpacker Beachcomber Backpacker Kaitaia Beachcomber Backpacker Beachcomber Lodge & Backpacker Kaitaia Beachcomber Lodge & Backpacker Hotel Beachcomber Lodge & Backpacker Kaitaia Beachcomber Lodge & Backpacker Hotel Kaitaia ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beachcomber Lodge & Backpacker pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Beachcomber Lodge & Backpacker? > As of 28 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beachcomber Lodge & Backpacker on 9 Dec 2025 start from £64.57, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kaitaia-Hotels-Beachcomber-Lodge-Backpacker.h21575377.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Beachcomber Lodge & Backpacker? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Beachcomber Lodge & Backpacker? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Beachcomber Lodge & Backpacker? > Checkout is at 10 AM. ### Where is Beachcomber Lodge & Backpacker located? > Located in the heart of Kaitaia, this hotel is steps away from Okahu Estate Winery and Te Ahu Centre. Far North Regional Museum is 0.6 mi (1 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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