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Riverstone Lodge

Turangi

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. This was one of the most amazing hostel experiences I have ever had! It doesn’t really feel like a hostel but more as a vacation home! The hostel has a lage and homey feeling living room/ kitchen and an amazing outside deck. A huge bonus is the hostel cat that is very friendly and will come to you when it wants cuddles and attention. Sandra the hostel oner is an amazing person. She is very kind and helpful even when you have a little freak out because you misunderstood the intercity times 😂 The accommodations is nice and clean and you have everything you need. If you want to do the crossing she can help you with the shuttle bus and more information.

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9.1
Wonderful
836 reviews
Price from
$31
per night

Finlay Jack's Backpackers

Taupo

Finlay Jack's Backpackers offers an ideal location in Taupo. The hostel offers single bed dormitory's.

Taupo is an absolute mecca for all things outdoors – including hiking the famous Tongariro crossing, trout fishing, skydiving, jet boating, white water rafting, mountain biking and sailing on the Great Lake with the hostel's yacht 'Fearless'. I really enjoyed staying at Finlay's. The pods are awesome and provide great privacy, you feel like you have your own mini room. The facilities were very clean, tidy and plenty. The location is great as well, in the middle of the town walking distance to the lake, bus stop, food, etc. I stayed here twice and would definitely stay again. Also Biggie is such a cutie!

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8.5
Very Good
2,095 reviews
Price from
$26
per night

Tongariro River Retreat

Turangi

The area is popular for skiing and cycling, in addition, ski equipment hire and bike hire are available at this hostel.

Taranaki Falls is 48 km from the hostel. The nearest airport is Taupo Airport, 43 km from Tongariro River Retreat. Close to the Tongariro crossing, has everything you need

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8.2
Very Good
479 reviews
Price from
$22
per night

Haka House Taupo

Taupo

Haka House Taupo features free unlimited WiFi and stunning views of Lake Taupo. The backpacker property offers a range of upmarket dormitory rooms as well as private rooms for those who like their own space. The staff so welcoming and helpful! Everything clean and the Hostel very well located!

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7.7
Good
1,766 reviews
Price from
$24
per night

Based by the Lake

Taupo

Based by the Lake offers basic dormitory-style rooms or private guest bedrooms with ensuite facilities. All of the accommodation is clean and modern and linen is included. Communal facilities include a shared kitchen. You can also soak up the sun on the sundeck which features views of the mountains. Management and maintenance crew. Location Clean Comfort

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7
Good
1,689 reviews
Price from
$34
per night

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