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Our top choices for North Island hostels

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1. Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel

Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
4.0 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (148 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful. The bed was comfortable and the room tidy. The location was great, right in Turangi township and close to a lot of great activities."
Australia
Tania
The price is £32
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
A spacious room with large windows offering a view of a lush forested mountain.

2. Piha Beachstay - Hostel

Piha Beachstay - Hostel
1.0 star property
Piha
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (73 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay, very chilled. "
Australia
Ann
The price is £62
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Piha Beachstay - Hostel
A two-story building with a covered parking area, a balcony, and a sign indicating a hotel.

3. Adventure Taupo Hostel

Adventure Taupo Hostel
1.0 star property
Taupō Central
The price is £32
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Adventure Taupo Hostel
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, exposed wooden beams, a sofa set, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the outdoors.

4. Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
National Park Village
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (92 reviews)
"Staff were fantastic and the accommodation was clean! "
Canada
Cameron
The price is £62
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
A spacious room with a wooden table and white chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

5. Haka House Taupo

Haka House Taupo
4.0 star property
Taupō Central
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (298 reviews)
"Ample space in kitchen, clean bathroom, convenient location"
Australia
Anjalee
The price is £36
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Haka House Taupo
A beach with a large rock formation, kayaks, and people on the sand.

6. Tatahi Cove - Hostel

Tatahi Cove - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hahei
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (34 reviews)
"Beautiful and large sharing area with a small private room. Very warm and friendly staffs gave us a lot of information for visiting and dining. "
United States
Boqin
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Tatahi Cove - Hostel
A modern building with a glass facade and the name "Lylo" on the side.

7. LyLo Auckland

LyLo Auckland
5.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (328 reviews)
"Love the location and it's accessiblility. My room is tidy and clean. Staffs are accommodating and helpful. Will definitely be back to Lylo."
Australia
Fina Kamille P.
The price is £42
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
LyLo Auckland
A historic building with a classic architectural style, featuring arched windows and a brick facade.

8. JO&JOE Auckland

JO&JOE Auckland
5.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (62 reviews)
"Great stay Fabulous location Highly recommended "
Australia
Barbra
The price is £44
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
JO&JOE Auckland
A covered outdoor area with wooden benches, a palm tree, and a building in the background.

9. Hugo & Carter's Backpackers & Motel

Hugo & Carter's Backpackers & Motel
2.0 star property
Judea
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (69 reviews)
"The room was clean and tidy the staff were very nice easy access and lots of parking "
Australia
Erana
The price is £48
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Hugo & Carter's Backpackers & Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

10. Urban Lounge Sleepery Carterton

Urban Lounge Sleepery Carterton
1.0 star property
Carterton
7.4 out of 10, Good, (6 reviews)
"Exceeded expectations. Comfortable family sleeper with ensuite and mini kitchenette. Clear communication about self entry. Would return to stay."
Australia
Rachael
The price is £29
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Urban Lounge Sleepery Carterton
A two-story building with a balcony, a reception area, and a staircase.

11. Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel

Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
2.0 star property
Whanganui Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (84 reviews)
"Room was perfectly clean and staff were very friendly "
Australia
Mickey
The price is £40
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a window, and two wall-mounted pictures.

12. Pacific Coast Lodge and Backpackers

Pacific Coast Lodge and Backpackers
1.0 star property
Mount Maunganui
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (6 reviews)
"Very organised. Staff great. Would go back for sureeee!!"
Australia
Ana Paula
The price is £65
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Pacific Coast Lodge and Backpackers
A room with a large window, a bed, and a view of a cityscape and water.

13. Garden Hostel

Garden Hostel
1.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"We liked that our family could stay in one room. Edward was very helpful in getting us checked in and sorting out how to use the entrance and elevator. The building is very secure, which made us feel very safe being in downtown Auckland. This was a great hostile for us to walk to the University and explore a little downtown."
Australia
Amy
The price is £25
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Garden Hostel
A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a grill, and a view of the outside.

14. Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua
3.5 star property
Inner City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (236 reviews)
"The staff was helpful and the rooms and bathrooms where well kept clean"
Australia
Hailey
The price is £45
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

15. Haka House Bay of Islands

Haka House Bay of Islands
4.5 star property
Paihia
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (154 reviews)
"Great value and location. "
United States
Kelly
The price is £29
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Haka House Bay of Islands
A two-story wooden house with a covered deck and a chair.

16. Bush paradise

Bush paradise
1.0 star property
Glenfield
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"観光場所の質問に丁寧に対応してもらいました。"
Japan
Anonymous traveller
The price is £17
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Bush paradise
A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a framed artwork, and a small potted plant.

17. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
1.0 star property
Inner City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (22 reviews)
"Clean room and good staff"
Australia
Muhammad
The price is £27
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
A terrace with wooden tables and benches, a hammock, and umbrellas overlooking a body of water with boats.

18. Wanderlust NZ

Wanderlust NZ
1.0 star property
Tauranga
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"For the needs "
Canada
Nigel
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Wanderlust NZ
A balcony with a curved roof, outdoor seating, potted plants, and a view of the street below.

19. Stay Hostel Rotorua

Stay Hostel Rotorua
1.0 star property
Inner City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (43 reviews)
"good location, clean and quite."
Australia
Abel
The price is £37
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Stay Hostel Rotorua
A room with two beds, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

20. Glenview Village Bellbird Lodge

Glenview Village Bellbird Lodge
2.0 star property
Tokoroa
The price is £51
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Glenview Village Bellbird Lodge
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