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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 in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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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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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
2 twin beds
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1 full bed
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
3 twin beds
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
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

  • Britney
    Canada Canada
    Very cute common area outside, the facilities inside were laid out goos, lots of room to cook and prep.
  • Rachael
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Pods were big and could be private when needed. Staff were friendly, big outdoor common area. Great location.
  • Ashlee
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Super cool Vibe with lots of games and different spaces to hang out and chill.
  • Pixycaramel
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great backpackers. Love the sleeping pods. While we shared an area with strangers, we had our own privacy in the pods (unlike other backpackers and bunk bed styles). Will definitely recommend to family and friends.
  • Filipe
    Brazil Brazil
    Very comfortable hostel with a good vibe! Well organized, with a really cool outdoor area. Spacious kitchen with several stoves for cooking. It has a small but cozy TV room. Good and clean showers and bathrooms. I stayed in the pod room, very...
  • Claire
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely little room, very clean, friendly staff. Really nice outdoor area. Perfect for our stay and great value!
  • Carla
    Canada Canada
    Well equipped kitchen and great beds. Social but noise kept to a decent level after 10:30 pm. Close to grocery store and town centre.
  • Marek
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Perfectly within the expectations. The room and the bed were clean and shared bathrooms were well looked after
  • D
    Darryl
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great staff interaction, well appointed communal areas, great value
  • Johan
    New Zealand New Zealand
    We stay here every year. Love the place as it's GREAT value for $

Area info

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

Most popular amenities

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

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

Outdoors

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

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washing machine

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Evening entertainment
  • Ping-pong
  • Game room

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

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

  • Street parking

Services

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

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles

Safety & security

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

General

  • Smoke-free property
  • 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 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 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

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

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

The fine print
Must-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 does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Finlay Jack's Backpackers

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

    • Game room
    • Ping-pong
    • Evening entertainment
    • Bicycle rental
    • Movie nights
  • The prices at Finlay Jack's Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Finlay Jack's Backpackers is 1,300 feet from the center of Taupo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Finlay Jack's Backpackers is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.