Title: Ariki Backpackers Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=6960726&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ariki Backpackers Travelers enjoy New Plymouth CBD from a rooftop terrace or find tranquility in a garden setting at this centrally located backpacker hostel ## Photo gallery for Ariki Backpackers ![Terrace/patio - Ariki Backpackers (New Plymouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6970000/6960800/6960726/97b1492e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Shared kitchen - Ariki Backpackers (New Plymouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6970000/6960800/6960726/4ad15737.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Queen Anne Suite with Ensuite | Individually decorated, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi - Ariki Backpackers (New Plymouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6970000/6960800/6960726/ae5edad9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shared Dormitory (10 Person, Mixed) | View from room - Ariki Backpackers (New Plymouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6970000/6960800/6960726/48f5fede.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | View from room - Ariki Backpackers (New Plymouth)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6970000/6960800/6960726/2a859dc8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Ariki Backpackers in New Plymouth CBD offers a rooftop terrace with city views and a peaceful garden. Guests can enjoy coffee at the on-site cafe, use WiFi, browse the library, or use meeting rooms. The hostel's convenient location is consistently praised by travelers. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Business services - Laundry room - Kitchen £42 includes taxes & fees 21 Feb - 22 Feb ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb 9 - Feb 10](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&selected=6960726&PinnedHotelID=6960726&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&selected=6960726&PinnedHotelID=6960726&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Feb 10 - Feb 11](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=6960726&PinnedHotelID=6960726&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=6960726&PinnedHotelID=6960726&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Feb 13 - 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Sleeps 5 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Queen Anne Suite with Ensuite ![Queen Anne Suite with Ensuite | Individually decorated, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6970000/6960800/6960726/9e488db1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Queen Anne Suite with Ensuite 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Shared/communal kitchen Digital channels Desk - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Double Room, Shared Bathroom ![Individually decorated, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6970000/6960800/6960726/f4583793.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Shared/communal kitchen Digital channels Desk - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Twin Room, Shared Bathroom ![Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6970000/6960800/6960726/8ff5ad9c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, Shared Bathroom 8.0 Very good 5 reviews ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Shared/communal kitchen Digital channels Desk - City view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory (10 Person, Mixed) ![Shared Dormitory (10 Person, Mixed) | Individually decorated, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6970000/6960800/6960726/0195954c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory (10 Person, Mixed) 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning Blackout curtains Shared/communal kitchen Desk - City view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory (5 Person, Mixed) ![Shared Dormitory (5 Person, Mixed) | Individually decorated, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6970000/6960800/6960726/a1cc3de1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory (5 Person, Mixed) ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning Blackout curtains Shower/bath combination Shared/communal kitchen Desk - City view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory (6 Person, Mixed) ![Shared Dormitory (6 Person, Mixed) | Individually decorated, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6970000/6960800/6960726/069792e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory (6 Person, Mixed) ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning Blackout curtains Shared/communal kitchen Desk - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory (6 Person, Female Only) ![Shared Dormitory (6 Person, Female Only) | Individually decorated, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6970000/6960800/6960726/e8fe3ef6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory (6 Person, Female Only) ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning Blackout curtains Shower/bath combination Shared/communal kitchen Desk - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite ![Individually decorated, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6970000/6960800/6960726/b40879e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Ensuite ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning Blackout curtains Shared/communal kitchen Desk - 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[Visit our New Plymouth travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Plymouth.dx2594) [View more Hostels in New Plymouth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Plymouth-Hostels.d2594-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-39.05718%2C174.07289&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lH3ly-3mwKDl9KO7qdb7kj5rJfE=) 25 Ariki Street, New Plymouth, 4312 ### What's nearby - ![Wind Wand featuring general coastal views, rugged coastline and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111848/c0d92c27-4e77-4c9c-9719-5bd6975008ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Wind Wand 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Govett-Brewster Art Gallery featuring night scenes and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111850/cac1f8e8-39c8-4184-bbec-fe5127449f42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Govett-Brewster Art Gallery 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Pukekura Park which includes forest scenes and a waterfall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111858/ae77958f-a6f0-41ff-9985-813dc7af05d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pukekura Park 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Centre City Shopping Centre 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - TSB Showplace 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles ### Getting around - New Plymouth (NPL) 11 min drive ### Restaurants - Itch Wine Bar 4 min walk - Salt Restaurant 3 min walk - Viet Nom Nom 4 min walk - Three Sisters Brewery 3 min walk - Ms White 4 min walk ## About this property ### Ariki Backpackers Hostel located in New Plymouth CBD Consider a stay at Ariki Backpackers and take advantage of a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Active travellers can enjoy cycling at this hostel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities. Additional perks include: - Bike hire, express check-out and luggage storage - A front desk safe, barbecues and a TV in reception - Coffee/tea in reception and meeting rooms Room features All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. 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No on-site parking available ### Food and drink - A coffee shop/cafe - Coffee and tea in common areas - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - The Good Home Bar ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals - Library - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - No housekeeping service ### Business services - Business centre - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Rooftop terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only ### More - 1 floor - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Hair dryer (on request) - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Shared kitchen access ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Individual decor - Shared accommodation ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in. ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours), lockbox ### 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 wireless Internet in public areas: NZD 5.00 per 24-hour period (rates may vary) - Fee for wired Internet in public areas: NZD 5.00 per 24-hour period (rates may vary) 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, debit cards and cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property 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 ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services. ### Property is also known as Ariki Backpackers Ariki Backpackers Hostel Ariki Backpackers Hostel New Plymouth Ariki Backpackers New Plymouth Ariki Backpackers New Plymouth Ariki Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Ariki Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation New Plymouth ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ariki Backpackers pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Ariki Backpackers? ### How much is parking at Ariki Backpackers? ### What time is check-in at Ariki Backpackers? ### What time is check-out at Ariki Backpackers? ### Where is Ariki Backpackers located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Ariki Backpackers Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.4 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 7.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 87 8 - Good 57 6 - Okay 19 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 3 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Jan Leven 13 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff are accommodating and the room is comfortable to sleep ##### Jan Leven Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie 28 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff and clean room but the restaurant and pub was noisy even after midnight. ##### Julie Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### R 10 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Room was clean and comfortable. Location was convenient. Staff were great - really helpful. ##### R Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennie 19 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely refuge and great spot to visit central attractions and sea walks. ##### Jennie Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Ofer 15 Oct 2025 Liked: Staff & service, amenities Great staff. Not as clean as most hostels in New Zealand. Guests did not keep the kitchen as clean as in others as well. Good location. ##### Ofer Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacky 3 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities The staffs are very good and helpful ##### Jacky Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Rebecca 20 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Safe, quiet, good vibes from staff and other backpackers. A bit outdated could use some upkeep. Overall good spot for solo travellers. ##### Rebecca Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aiden 20 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Super friendly with a very homely vibe ##### Aiden Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Hamahona 12 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very warm feeling to the building along with the staff. Very convenient to town Centre, bus services and the beach. I recommend the Ariki back Packer's to anyone looking for accommodation in the New Plymouth area. ##### Hamahona Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna 15 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Fantastic place. Great location for coastal walkway, right in town. Bars, restaurants all handy. Manager was so friendly and welcoming, also very efficient. Best hostel I've stayed in NZ. ##### Donna Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jo 17 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Have stayed there for 3 nights so far, 1 next week. Everyone has been great. Some of the mess is from the Backpackers being lazy and not doing their dishes and leaving pizza boxes for the staff to clean up. Very good for the price. ##### Jo Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Faye 21 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Property was very clean and tidy. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Very conveniently located for dining, shopping, broadwalk, bus terminal. Only issue is no parking which could be alleviated by putting a blurb about where you can park. One thing said there was parking and another said no parking?? ##### Faye Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### anna 11 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The location was brillriant. Chris was super friendly, welcoming and helpful. Everything was great. Unfortunately, sleep was disturbed by the noise from the bar / party next door until the small hrs. Plus we had thought that the backpackers had a car park, which it didnt. Facilities were good though and we would stay there again. ##### anna Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### David 22 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The only thing I didn’t like was parking. I had a car and there was no parking facilities near the backpackers. Outside of this it more more than adequate! The attendant was friendly & helpful! ##### David Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barbara 19 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Enjoyed two nights in the family room. Excellent value with air conditioning, TV and own bathroom. All linen supplied. Excellent location right in the centre, next to mall, restaurants and costal walkway. Excellent staff service. I would have liked to rate cleanliness higher, but some guests did not always leave the kitchen clean or wash and dry their dishes. ##### Barbara Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### T 30 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Everything was excellent. Except the mattresses. The mattresses were so bad that one of our group said they would have preferred kicking a policeman in the nuts and spend the night in the cells. Even the noise of the bar directly under the backpackers was bearable. The mattresses - not so much. Staff were friendly, and helpful. The kitchen was large enough for several parties to be cooking at once and you can’t beat the location. ##### T Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jo 10 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities I meant to put 2 stars about property conditions. It is clean and beds you cannot fault. The building and some chattels could eg paint and carpets. Some Backpackers leave the kitchen messy too. Thry need ##### Jo Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MARIO 24 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good price. The room was big enough for the 3 of us. The beds were very comfortable. Staff is nice and they were kind enough to let us check in after hours. Good location right in the city centre. The only bad thing is that the area looks a bit sketchy and unsafe but nothing happened ##### MARIO Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Tim and Regina 21 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We enjoyed our stay. Our expectations were largely matched for the price. ##### Tim and Regina Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dru 3 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Really good place the manager was a cool dude was very welcoming definitely recommend this place ##### Dru Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alyssa 17 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great little backpackers! Would stay again. ##### Alyssa Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Angel 29 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was nice ##### Angel Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cienna 2 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service excellent ##### Cienna Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Shelley 16 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Location very convenient and helpful staff. Noisy at night especially Friday and Saturday nights. ##### Shelley Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jack 28 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great service and accommodation. The only thing I'd take issue with is the parking which you have to either pay for from 9am-5pm or not drive at all. Don't let this overshadow your stay though, as it's a lovely place. ##### Jack Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023 ---