Title: Taupo Urban Retreat - 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) # Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel Adults-only hostel with fitness centre and bar/lounge ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626800/9626728/b436a845.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Café](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626800/9626728/3775153d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626800/9626728/61d98d81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626800/9626728/6a14a78f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626800/9626728/627ab061.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Taupo Urban Retreat offers travelers a lively base with practical amenities. Enjoy free in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and a bar for socializing after exploring. The on-site gym, bike rentals, barbecue grills, and luggage storage complete the experience. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Gym - Bar - Parking available - Laundry - Kitchen - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sept 18 - Sept 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-18&endDate=2025-09-19&selected=9626728&PinnedHotelID=9626728&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-18&endDate=2025-09-19&selected=9626728&PinnedHotelID=9626728&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sept 19 - Sept 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-20&selected=9626728&PinnedHotelID=9626728&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-20&selected=9626728&PinnedHotelID=9626728&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sept 19 - Sept 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=9626728&PinnedHotelID=9626728&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-19&endDate=2025-09-21&selected=9626728&PinnedHotelID=9626728&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Sept 26 - Sept 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=9626728&PinnedHotelID=9626728&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=9626728&PinnedHotelID=9626728&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 10 of 10 rooms ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626800/9626728/627cb2bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (8 bed standard dorm) ### Highlights Air conditioning Hairdryer Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626800/9626728/627cb2bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (6 bed standard dorm) ### Highlights Air conditioning Hairdryer Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Basic Suite, 1 Bedroom (Twin en-suite) | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626800/9626728/f310f9d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Suite, 1 Bedroom (Twin en-suite) ### Highlights Air conditioning Ceiling fan Separate bedroom Hairdryer Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626800/9626728/627cb2bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Air conditioning Separate bedroom Hairdryer Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626800/9626728/627cb2bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4 bed standard dorm) ### Highlights Air conditioning Hairdryer Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Basic Suite, 1 Bedroom (Double en-suite) | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626800/9626728/93ab12ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Suite, 1 Bedroom (Double en-suite) ### Highlights Air conditioning Ceiling fan Separate bedroom Hairdryer Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626800/9626728/627cb2bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Shared Dormitory (4 bed en-suite) ### Highlights Air conditioning Hairdryer Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Basic Shared Dormitory (6 bed en-suite) | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626800/9626728/6c02f8f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Shared Dormitory (6 bed en-suite) ### Highlights Air conditioning Hairdryer Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### Basic Single Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Lake view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### Basic Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Lake view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![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%2FTaupo-Hotels-Taupo-Urban-Retreat.h9626728.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTaupo-Hotels-Taupo-Urban-Retreat.h9626728.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-38.68840%2C176.07285&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=IEtpDKqmtfue4U_n6V8a8Q-li6M=) 65 Heuheu Street, Taupo, 3330 #### What's nearby - Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles - Spa Thermal Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles - Taupō Hot Springs - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles #### Getting around - Taupō Airport (TUO) - 9 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk - ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬3 min walk - ‪The Vine Eatery - ‬3 min walk - ‪Piccolo - ‬2 min walk - ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬4 min walk ## About this property ### Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel Hostel near Lake Taupō Take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities and a bar at Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a gym. Other perks at this hostel include: - Free self-parking - Bike hire, coffee/tea in reception and smoke-free property - A TV in reception, barbecues and a vending machine Room features All guest rooms at Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel feature comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to Extra amenities include: - Communal kitchens and daily housekeeping ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals - Billiards/pool table - Gym - TV in common areas ### Conveniences - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Vending machine ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair-accessible parking ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Shared kitchen access ### More - Air conditioning ## Policies ### Check-in Check in from 2 PM to 7:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Late check-in fee: 2-per cent of room rate for check-in between 7:00 PM and 2:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property welcomes adults only Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Late check-in fee: 2 per cent of room rate for check-in between 7:00 PM and 2:00 PM 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 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. ### National rating For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system. ### Property is also known as Taupo Urban Retreat Hostel Taupo Urban Retreat Taupo Urban Retreat Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel Taupo Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel? > Check-in is from 2 PM to 7:00 PM, and from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 7:00 PM to 2:00 PM for a fee of 2%. ### What time is check-out at Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel? > Checkout is at 10 AM. ### Where is Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel located? > Located in Taupō Central, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Lake Taupō. Taupō Museum and Art Gallery and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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