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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'. If relaxing is more your style, you can treat yourself to a thermal hot water spa or experience a taste of Maori culture. Taupo is bustling with tourists and locals alike, allowing you to discover a real sense of New Zealand.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
3 single beds
1 single bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.9

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Anonymous_07
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Loved the size of the pods...usually a pod only has the room for the mattress but these have heaps of space to store/organise your belongings in the pod...would be ideal for someone staying for multiple nights. Plug socket next to the bed, as...
  • Dong
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Location is great, plenty of car parks Clean for what you are paying for
  • Eline
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Nice garden to relax. “Pods” in the dorm give you some privacy. Bathroom (ensuite) was clean.
  • Kylie
    Australia Australia
    Family room was very comfortable with our own bathroom. Great location
  • F
    Switzerland Switzerland
    The shower is excellent with strong water pressure. The twin beds are cozy, and the room offers the convenience of an independent fridge and a private entrance. Great value for the price, especially compared to a dorm room.
  • Avraam
    Austria Austria
    Really nice hostel, loved the common area to chat with people. Kitchen and dining area is big enough, room and bed really spacious with personal lighting and space for chargers etc
  • Jeffery
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great location, value for money. Love the facilities, they are tidy and clean
  • Jack
    South Korea South Korea
    Staff - Excellent Shower room, toilet Cleanliness - Excellent Location - Excellent Shower Water Pressure - excellent Kitchen - clean
  • Jhotika
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good location. Several social areas inside and out. Clean, spacious bedroom and bathroom. Loads of recommendations of things to do locally. Plenty of free parking available.
  • F
    Switzerland Switzerland
    The location is excellent, and the kitchen is spacious and well-equipped. The dorm beds offer plenty of privacy, and the common area is beautiful.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Finlay Jack's Backpackers
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Tumble dryer
  • Washing machine

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Evening entertainment
  • Table tennis
  • Games room

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages spoken

  • German
  • Greek
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

House rules
Finlay Jack's Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardEftposCash
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive after 20:30 please contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note for bookings of 10 or more guests, different policies and procedures may apply. For further information please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about Finlay Jack's Backpackers

  • Check-in at Finlay Jack's Backpackers is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Finlay Jack's Backpackers is 450 yards from the centre of Taupo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Finlay Jack's Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Finlay Jack's Backpackers offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Games room
    • Table tennis
    • Evening entertainment
    • Bicycle rental
    • Movie nights