Ariki Backpackers
Ariki Backpackers
Located on the west coast of New Zealand's North Island, Ariki Backpackers is just 328 feet from New Plymouth's shops, pubs and bus terminal. It offers a restaurant, a tour desk and a communal kitchen. Located above Icons Sports Bar, New Plymouth Ariki Backpackers is 2 minutes' walk from well-known coastal art piece The Wind Wand. It is 6 minutes' drive from both Stadium Taranaki and Brooklands Zoo. This friendly hostel offers a guest lounge with satellite TV, a communal kitchen and a large outdoor patio with BBQ facilities. There are internet facilities, a DVD library and a guest laundry. The tour desk books mountain trips, surfing, farm tours, seal watching and cultural tours. Ariki Backpackers offers dormitories and private rooms. Rooms with private bathroom facilities are available. There are female-only and male-only dorms on offer.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Liza
Australia“The manager was amazing, so helpful. Great location. Quiet with blockout curtains and we had a great sleep. The pub underneath and Green Door cafe next door were really good, enter from the back, don't be put off by the front which looks a bit...” - Kate
New Zealand“Excellent location. We took our two children (3&6) and stayed in the family room. It was perfect for us.” - Margaret
United States of America“Really friendly reception and comfortable beds. Very clean facilities and nice big kitchen. Great place!” 
Erin New Zealand“Very nice stuff, everything just meets your needs. Room is clean and warm.”
Natalie
United Kingdom“Amazing staff who were super friendly/helpful when planning my hike!”- Williamson New Zealand“The size of the room the fact that i had my own room everyone was friendly and nice”
Channa New Zealand“was able to leave my bag stored earlier in the day before check in. always friendly and welcoming”
Bare New Zealand“A ienjoyed my stay staff where helpful facilities good I would come again.”- Nicolle New Zealand“Location was great, bathrooms were always clean. We rented bikes the ahold day for a very fair price. Staff was nice and helped us enjoy the region.”
- Kim New Zealand“The location is perfect. It gets noisy at night because of the bars downstairs, but the staff informed me about this when I booked, so I came prepared with earplugs. Yes, the facilities are quite small, but everything is conveniently on the same...”
Area info
Amenities of Ariki BackpackersGreat facilities! Review score, 8.2
Most popular amenities
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
Activities
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Live sports events (broadcast)Off-site
- Live music/PerformanceOff-site
- Temporary art galleriesAdditional chargeOff-site
- Water parkAdditional chargeOff-site
- Nightclub/DJ
- BowlingAdditional chargeOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- HikingOff-site
- WindsurfingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Karaoke
- SkiingOff-site
- FishingOff-site
- Golf course (within 2 miles)Additional charge
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingPublic parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs NZD 1.50 per hour.
- Parking garage
Services
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Grocery deliveriesAdditional charge
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Baggage storage
- LaundryAdditional charge
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
- Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
General
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Carpeted
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
- English
House rulesAriki Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Ariki Backpackers of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A damage deposit of NZD 30 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
FAQs about Ariki Backpackers
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Ariki Backpackers is 2,600 feet from the center of New Plymouth. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at Ariki Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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The nearest beach is 0.9 miles from Ariki Backpackers. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Ariki Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Skiing
- Bowling
- Fishing
- Karaoke
- Windsurfing
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Water park
- Nightclub/DJ
- Live music/Performance
- Bicycle rental
- Temporary art galleries
- Live sports events (broadcast)
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Check-in at Ariki Backpackers is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
