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Located in the heart of the city of Wellington,The Marion Hostel offers a range of backpacker accommodation and features a rooftop terrace. It is just a 1-minute walk from Cuba Street where you will find a variety of restaurants, cafes and bars. Free high speed unlimited WiFi is offered throughout the property. The manager is very kindly, he helps me all the time

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9.3
Superb
1,577 reviews
Price from
US$24
per night

Set in Auckland, Verandahs Parkside Lodge has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is close to SKYCITY Auckland Convention Centre, Auckland Art Gallery and Sky Tower. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and a tour desk for guests.

Popular points of interest near the hostel include Aotea Centre, Aotea Square and Auckland Town Hall. Auckland Airport is 20 km from the property. The greenery, coziness and people

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9.1
Superb
1,545 reviews
Price from
US$23
per night

Situated in Onetangi, 300 metres from Onetangi Beach, Waiheke Backpackers Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. This hostel is definitely one of the best I've tried in a year in New Zealand! The atmosphere there is great. The staff is incredible, they put a lot of effort in the cleaning which makes the hostel super comfortable to live in. My room was big (dorm of 4), though the 2-beds dorms are quite small though. All of them have windows. Showers are huge with high pressure. It's on top of a beautiful hill, next to the most beautiful beach on the island... If you wanna play it chill for a few days, this is the hostel for you!

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9
Superb
659 reviews
Price from
US$37
per night

Located in Turangi, Riverstone Lodge, a 5-star hostel, offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property provides garden views and a terrace.

A range of activities are offered in the area, such as skiing and cycling.

Taupo is 40 km from the hostel. Very well set up - rooms tucked away from main living and kitchen ! Kitchen was very well appointed. Sandra, our host was very responsive , friendly and helpful. Wish we would have had more time to stay!

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9.2
Superb
980 reviews
Price from
US$29
per night

Located in Plimmerton and with Plimmerton Beach reachable within 1.7 km, Moana Lodge provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is around 27 km from Westpac Stadium, 27 km from Beehive Parliament Building and 28 km from Wellington Botanical Gardens. The hostel features family rooms. Loved it so clean and beautiful location

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9.1
Superb
128 reviews
Price from
US$33
per night

Set in Kerikeri, 20 km from Opua Forest, Relax a Lodge offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hostel provides garden views and a terrace. Beautiful open spaces, the animals, the hosts were lovely the ambiance & tranquility

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9
Superb
252 reviews
Price from
US$45
per night

Situated in Taupo, 36 km from Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park, Adventure Taupō Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Boasting a tour desk, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are offered. Great rooms! Very spacious, and cozy mattresses. Nice bedside shelves and power sockets. Everything was clean and the kitchen was big enough! Definitely would come back again!

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9.2
Superb
38 reviews
Price from
US$30
per night

Offering a barbecue and spa centre, The Ohakune Central Cabins is located in Ohakune. All rooms offer free WiFi. Guests have access to a communal kitchen and a shared lounge area.

This hostel has ski storage space and bike hire is available. You can engage in various activities, such as skiing, golfing and horse riding. Great location for Togariro Alpine Crossing and surrounding area

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9.3
Superb
9 reviews
Price from
US$92
per night

Conveniently located in the centre of Auckland, LyLo Auckland Hotel is within 2.6 km of Masefield Beach and 300 metres of Aotea Centre. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers karaoke and a 24-hour front desk.

Popular points of interest near the hostel include Aotea Square, Auckland Town Hall and SKYCITY Auckland Convention Centre. Auckland Airport is 20 km from the property. Everything was amazing. Friendly staff, amazing facilities and great location. I would come again!

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8.7
Fabulous
6,348 reviews
Price from
US$40
per night

Featuring a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, Crashpalace Backpackers is located in Rotorua, 4.4 km from Rotorua International Stadium and 12 km from Paradise Valley Springs. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The property features a spa centre, evening entertainment and a shared kitchen. Great vibes! Lovely staff ! I loved my stay @ thank you!!

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8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews
Price from
US$19
per night

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