Title: Base Taupo - Hostel 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) # Base Taupo - Hostel Adults-only hotel with nightclub and fitness centre ![Sun deck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3640000/3632700/3632677/023097a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3640000/3632700/3632677/3bcce7c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3640000/3632700/3632677/3d07030b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3640000/3632700/3632677/9bdf20cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3640000/3632700/3632677/c526f3f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Base Taupo - Hostel sits in the heart of town, offering a vibrant retreat where guests relax on the terrace or dance the night away at the on-site nightclub. Element Cafe and Bar serves dinner, in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected, and self-parking comes at no extra cost. 7.2 Good ## Popular amenities - Gym - Free airport shuttle - Bar - 24/7 front desk - Kitchen - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 30 - Oct 31](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=3632677&PinnedHotelID=3632677&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=3632677&PinnedHotelID=3632677&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 31 - Nov 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=3632677&PinnedHotelID=3632677&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=3632677&PinnedHotelID=3632677&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=3632677&PinnedHotelID=3632677&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=3632677&PinnedHotelID=3632677&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 7 - 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Baths - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles - Taupō Hot Springs - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles - Huka Falls - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles #### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 12 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk - ‪The Vine Eatery - ‬1 min walk - ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬3 min walk - ‪Fast and Fresh Bakery Cafe - ‬4 min walk - ‪Piccolo - ‬2 min walk ## About this property ### Base Taupo - Hostel Hotel near Lake Taupō Located close to A.C. Baths and Taupō Hot Springs, Base Taupo - Hostel provides a nightclub, free airport drop-off and a free manager's reception. The on-site restaurant, Element Cafe and Bar, serves dinner. WiFi in public areas (surcharge) is available to all guests, along with a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self-parking - Express check-in, tour/ticket information and a TV in reception - A billiards/pool table, a computer station and barbecues Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Communal kitchens with fridges, dishwashers and microwaves - Stovetops, cookware/dishes/utensils and heating ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37906200/37906141/b5f82ad3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful bach close to the lake, in the heart of Kinloch Kinloch - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Parking available - Barbecue grill 9.4 Exceptional 59 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=37906141&PinnedHotelID=37906141&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 Bedroom Upstairs Lake view Suite (Acacia Wing) | Living room | 50-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13100000/13099800/13099777/781a5792.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Acacia Lake View Motel Taupō Central - 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Element Cafe and Bar ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Gym - Nightclub - Ski storage - TV in common areas ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (on request) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Computer station ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - On a lake - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - Lift - Stair-free path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk - Wheelchair-accessible path to lift - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - 1 building - 4 floors - Built in 2008 - Fireplace in lobby - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator - Shared kitchen access ### More - Free local calls - Heating - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board on request - Mobile key entry - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2 PM Early check-in subject to availability Contactless check-in and check-out are available Express check-in available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The property charges 2.19 per cent for credit card payments Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.19 per cent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### National rating For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system. ### Property is also known as Base Backpacker Hostel Base Backpacker Taupo Base Hostel Taupo Base Taupo Base Taupo Backpacker Base Taupo Hostel Base Taupo Hostel Backpacker Taupo Backpacker Taupo Base Taupo Base Hostel Base Taupo Hostel / Backpacker Base Taupo Hostel Base Taupo - Hostel Hotel Base Taupo - Hostel Taupo Base Taupo - Hostel Hotel Taupo ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Base Taupo - Hostel pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Base Taupo - Hostel? > Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at Base Taupo - Hostel? > Check-in begins at 2 PM. ### What time is check-out at Base Taupo - Hostel? > Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability). ### Does Base Taupo - Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's a free shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs on request. ### Where is Base Taupo - Hostel located? > Located in Taupō Central, this hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Lake Taupō, and within 3 mi (5 km) of A.C. Baths and Taupō Hot Springs. Huka Falls and Craters of the Moon are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Base Taupo - Hostel Reviews 7.2 ### Good 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) 10 - Excellent 38 8 - Good 64 6 - Okay 34 4 - Poor 15 2 - Terrible 14 ### 7.6/10 Cleanliness ### 7.6/10 Staff & service ### 8.6/10 Amenities ### 7.2/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 6/10 Okay #### MJ 8 Jan 2020 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Ok but not great or restful The rooms are up narrow stairs. I got sick of walking up and down the stairs. The kitchen needs renovating. Maybe some pot plants and some new flooring would make this area more inviting and less tired and dirty looking. The room was clean and had a good ensuite and a TV. This was good. But with the window open, the room door rattled all night. It is right in the middle of the town and above a bar. So there is quite a bit of traffic and bar noise ##### MJ Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 6 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service The hostel is avove the street with all the pubs and bars so there was music pumping and people shouting outside the room untill 3.30am. And it was loud!! If you're planning on going to bed before that then it's not ideal but if you're planning on going out it's a great location. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020 ### 4/10 Poor #### Galina 3 Jan 2020 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Taupo lake experience It was too nosy because of music from nearby restaurants Plato loud till midnight. We stayed on a 3rd level without lift, so it was not comfortable. Another unexpected thing was a bunk bed in a tiny room. However we loved this small city with great Lakeside ##### Galina Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 13 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Smooth check in Eventhough I arrived late, check in was so easy. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Selina, AUCKLAND 26 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities John was working & he was welcoming, friendly, helpful & informative making check in quick & easy. The room & ensuite was nice & spacious, great value for money. ##### Selina Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Qco, 兵庫 16 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 湖の景色が一望できる。バス停から近い。 夜中到着でもスムーズに対応してくれた。 エレベーターがないので、荷物の上げ下ろしが大変だった。 ##### Qco Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 30 May 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### The staff is amazing! Best staff! Super nice! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerard 19 May 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Bon rapport qualité prix mais cuisine peu propre ##### Gerard Stayed 1 night in May 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 21 Apr 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location in the heart of Taupo. Something for everybody. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Mel 8 Apr 2019 Disliked: Cleanliness #### Not comfy but great location Uncomfortable bed, small room, dirty duvet. Good facilities in kitchen and the building was quite nice. ##### Mel Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 15 Mar 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The little private room with bath was perfect for our needs and you cant beat the price! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 9 Mar 2019 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities loud music playing till 3:00 AM was Ridiculous. will never stay there again. Guy on the front desk was awesome . ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 1 Mar 2019 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Just avoid, not worth it. The bed was held up by three blocks of wood. My wife was asleep on the bed when I hopped off it, shifting the dodgy wooden block construction under the bed. My wife dropped in a sag in the middle where the dodgy wooden blocks were. The shower leaked requiring me to collect 3 new towels to block the water flowing from it. The rooms are situated above a nightclub and the walls are paper thin, this will keep you up till 0300. The staff were vapid. Rubbish from previous occupants was still under the bed. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 14 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort Great location for accessing everything you need in Taupo, really friendly staff however, the bar below was very noisy on a Saturday night ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 2 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Room comfort 飲み屋の生演奏が夜遅くまでうるさい ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Ninna Vejlebo 25 Dec 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fint hostel men desværre meget larm. Vi boede på et privat værelse med dobbeltseng og eget badeværelse. Rigtig fint værelse, dog meget begrænset plads på værelset. Venligt personale og dejligt centralt. Grundet den centrale placering var der dog desværre både en bar på gaden overfor og i samme bygning. Så der var desværre rigtig meget larm om natten. Alt i alt en rigtig fin oplevelse. ##### Ninna Vejlebo Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Jess 17 Dec 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice stay Staff were friendly and nice and en suit in a hostel was a nice touch ##### Jess Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cynthia 11 Nov 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Decent, cheap place to stay Great value. Close to the i-site and buses. Relatively clean and has a large, clean kitchen. Also a nice outdoor seating area with a nice view. A bit noisy because of the bar/club downstairs/next door, but they give you free earplugs if you ask! ##### Cynthia Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### cutters, Auckland 14 Oct 2018 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Nice clean hotel. nice staff. Built next to and over a Bar that has live music on the weekends. sounds like the band are in the room next door. on a plus note they do supply ear plugs in the rooms ;-) ##### cutters Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Ana Cecilia 7 Sept 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Sem jovens bagunceiros é um bom lugar Havia um grupo de jovens ocupando quase todo o hostel e não sabiam respeitar os hóspedes. Falavam muito alto e gritavam no corredor. Como não há ninguém na recepção após às 21:00 h, foi preciso situá-los. Fora isso não houve mais problemas. ##### Ana Cecilia Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 6 Sept 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Clean and tidy backpackers, in Taupo CBD Next door to a pub, discounts for guests at pub. Walking distance to the Lake and handy CBD location ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 17 Jul 2018 Liked: Room comfort Disliked: Cleanliness #### Good central location. Noisy Saturday partying. Dried vomit on carpet. Bed bugs...good shower bed comfortable..good veiw of lake...noisy cafe staff under window late at night ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Lin, Singapore 24 May 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice location and pleasant stay There are many eating places around the hostel. Taupo Lake is right at the back.Supermarket is within 10mins walk. Huka Falls is also not too far,about 6km away with a bus depart from I-site. 4beds dorm room is clean with attached toilet ##### Lin Stayed 2 nights in May 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 16 Feb 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great location Right in the centre - staff to help you with everything ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### kim, auckland 20 Jan 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### An overnight stay on a long distance journey We stayed here for one night as we needed an overnight for a break from driving as it was a last minute trip down the island and it was a last minute booking online. Beds were great, would be one of the best comfort wise I’ve slept in at a motel/hotel. I have a bad back so bed comfort is really important to me. Staff were really friendly and helpful. No lift to 3rd floor which 3 weeks after knee surgery wasn’t ideal, but I survived. Room was noisy due to location, centre of town/night life and a noisy air conditioning unit outside our window. Only parking was street parking available in the town. Overall I wouldn’t stay here again, however I would recommend for travellers/backpackers/party people who want to be in town enjoying the night life and if I was 20 years younger I would definitely stay again. ##### kim Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Albert 1'er Hotel Nice, France](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nice-Hotels-Albert-1er-Hotel-Nice.h81797.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Centric Wall Street New York](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-York-Hotels-Hyatt-Centric-Wall-Street-New-York.h2822237.Hotel-Information) > > [Cheap Hotels in Surrey](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Surrey-Budget-Hotels.0-0-d55040-tBudgetHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Yokohama Royal Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Yokohama-Hotels-Yokohama-Royal-Park-Hotel.h15450.Hotel-Information) > > [Cynthiana Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paphos-Hotels-Cynthiana-Beach-Hotel.h1897603.Hotel-Information) > > [tent Palmanova](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Calvia-Hotels-Don-Bigote.h6629542.Hotel-Information) > > [Latitude 0 Degrees](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kampala-Hotels-Latitude-0-Degrees.h36624341.Hotel-Information) > > [Apartments Es Castell](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Es-Castell-Apartments.d6034684-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotels in Tower Hill](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tower-Hill-London-Hotels.0-n6144911-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Netanya](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Netanya-Hotels.d178215.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [JAZ Makadi Saraya Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Makadi-Bay-Hotels-Jaz-Makadi-Saraya-Resort-All-Inclusive.h1400412.Hotel-Information) > > [TravelodgeUK Hotels in Fishguard](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fishguard-Hotels-Travelodge-UK.0-0-d182855--bTravelodgeUK.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [B&B Uttoxeter](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Uttoxeter-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d602799-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dubai-Hotels-Hilton-Dubai-Palm-Jumeirah.h69404538.Hotel-Information) > > [Driftwood Beach House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitstable-Hotels-Driftwood-Beach-House.h22560426.Hotel-Information) > > [Marpunta Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alonissos-Hotels-Marpunta-Village-Club.h5240503.Hotel-Information) > > [Pestana Douro Riverside](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-Hotels-Pestana-Douro-Riverside-Urban-Resort.h76355292.Hotel-Information) > > [Oakhill](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Matlock-Hotels-Oakhill.h3297080.Hotel-Information) > > [Pensione Accademia - Villa Maravege](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Pensione-Accademia-Villa-Maravege.h3895544.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Cozumel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cozumel-Hotels.d180033.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from London (LHR) to Épagny-Metz-Tessy (NCY)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/ncy/london-to-annecy) > > [Flights from Izmir (ADB) to Bishop's Stortford (STN)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/adb/stn/izmir-to-london) > > [Flights from New York (JFK) to Ladyville (BZE)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/jfk/bze/new-york-to-belize-city) > > [Flights from Newcastle-upon-Tyne (NCL) to Innsbruck (INN)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/ncl/inn/newcastle-to-innsbruck) ### Cars > [Car hire in Vancouver](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Vancouver.d178315.Car-Hire-Guide) ### Packages > [Prague](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/all-inclusive-holidays/180014/Prague) ### General > [Visit Kettlewell](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kettlewell.dx6244035) > > [Visit Hamilton Island](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hamilton-Island.dx1522) > > [Visit Broad Haven](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Broad-Haven.dx3000012170)