Best Hostels in Taupo
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Guest favorite
Finlay Jack'S Backpackers
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
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Best-rated
Adventure Taupo Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Sun loungers
Great Lake Convention Centre Event Venue is just 6 minutes' walk from this Taupo hostel, and natural sites like the flower Taupo Botanical Gardens are a 10-minute drive away. The powerful waterfall "Huka Falls" can be reached 4.7 km from the hostel.
The 74-room Adventure Taupo hostel boasts location a few moments from Hole in One Taupo.
Adventure Taupo Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Sun loungers
Adventure Taupo Hostel
Great Lake Convention Centre Event Venue is just 6 minutes' walk from this Taupo hostel, and natural sites like the flower Taupo Botanical Gardens are a 10-minute drive away. The powerful waterfall "Huka Falls" can be reached 4.7 km from the hostel.
The 74-room Adventure Taupo hostel boasts location a few moments from Hole in One Taupo.
Haka House Taupo
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
The Taupo hostel is 1.3 km from a Taupo Beach beach. You can visit sacred sites such as Saint Andrews Anglican Church, found in the vicinity of the hostel.
Guests will also find Islamic Centre, which is just near the property.
The Taupo hostel offers guest rooms with a view of the mountain, and in certain rooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels is available.
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
The Taupo hostel is 1.3 km from a Taupo Beach beach. You can visit sacred sites such as Saint Andrews Anglican Church, found in the vicinity of the hostel.
Guests will also find Islamic Centre, which is just near the property.
The Taupo hostel offers guest rooms with a view of the mountain, and in certain rooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels is available.
Based By The Lake
- Shared kitchen
- Housekeeping
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
The Taupo hostel is located within a 1-km distance of Riverside Park and right near Great Lake Convention Centre Event Venue. Also, the hostel is nearly a 10-minute drive from such natural sights as Taupo DeBretts Hot Springs Water Park.
The nearby cultural landmarks include Taupo Museum, which is only 0.7 km away.
Guests can enjoy such comforts as individual climate control and ironing facilities provided in some of the fashionable rooms. Certain rooms boast views of the ocean and feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for a more enjoyable stay.
- Shared kitchen
- Housekeeping
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
The Taupo hostel is located within a 1-km distance of Riverside Park and right near Great Lake Convention Centre Event Venue. Also, the hostel is nearly a 10-minute drive from such natural sights as Taupo DeBretts Hot Springs Water Park.
The nearby cultural landmarks include Taupo Museum, which is only 0.7 km away.
Guests can enjoy such comforts as individual climate control and ironing facilities provided in some of the fashionable rooms. Certain rooms boast views of the ocean and feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for a more enjoyable stay.
Riverstone Lodge
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf course
- Sun terrace
The Pihanga Art Gallery is a mere 650 metres from the Turangi hostel, and the nearby cultural attractions include Major Jones Swing Bridge, which is nearly a 25-minute walk away. The hostel is 3.4 km from the Maunganamu.
The Rafting New Zealand experience is only 450 metres away, and the Turangi Golf Club, available to diversify your stay, is approximately a 10-minute drive away.
Riverstone Lodge
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf course
- Sun terrace
Riverstone Lodge
The Pihanga Art Gallery is a mere 650 metres from the Turangi hostel, and the nearby cultural attractions include Major Jones Swing Bridge, which is nearly a 25-minute walk away. The hostel is 3.4 km from the Maunganamu.
The Rafting New Zealand experience is only 450 metres away, and the Turangi Golf Club, available to diversify your stay, is approximately a 10-minute drive away.
Crashpalace Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
The sulfurous Lake Rotorua is a 16-minute walk from the hostel, and the nearby cultural attractions include Whakarewarewa Maori Village Cultural Center, which is 2.5 km away. The Rotorua hostel is located merely 1.7 km from Kuirau Nature Park.
The 51-room Crashpalace Backpackers hostel is just 300 metres from the Tamaki Māori Village and only a few steps from Sir Howard Morrision Performing Arts Centre Convention Center.
Crashpalace Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
Crashpalace Backpackers
The sulfurous Lake Rotorua is a 16-minute walk from the hostel, and the nearby cultural attractions include Whakarewarewa Maori Village Cultural Center, which is 2.5 km away. The Rotorua hostel is located merely 1.7 km from Kuirau Nature Park.
The 51-room Crashpalace Backpackers hostel is just 300 metres from the Tamaki Māori Village and only a few steps from Sir Howard Morrision Performing Arts Centre Convention Center.
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Great deal
Rotorua Downtown Backpackers
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
Located in the very heart of Rotorua, this modern hostel gives easy access to the Tamaki Māori Village, which is only a 5-minute walk away. In addition, the Redwoods Treewalk can be found 2.9 km from the Rotorua hostel.
The Saint Faith's Anglican Church, a prominent religious site, is in proximity to the accommodation.
Rotorua Downtown Backpackers
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
Rotorua Downtown Backpackers
Located in the very heart of Rotorua, this modern hostel gives easy access to the Tamaki Māori Village, which is only a 5-minute walk away. In addition, the Redwoods Treewalk can be found 2.9 km from the Rotorua hostel.
The Saint Faith's Anglican Church, a prominent religious site, is in proximity to the accommodation.
Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
The Central Mall is a short way from the hostel, and natural sites like Kuirau Nature Park are only 1.4 km away. This Rotorua hostel is approximately a 10-minute drive from the Redwoods Treewalk.
Guests can visit Motion Entertainment Rotorua, an ideal spot for family time 2.8 km away.
Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua
The Central Mall is a short way from the hostel, and natural sites like Kuirau Nature Park are only 1.4 km away. This Rotorua hostel is approximately a 10-minute drive from the Redwoods Treewalk.
Guests can visit Motion Entertainment Rotorua, an ideal spot for family time 2.8 km away.
National Park Backpackers
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Leisure/ TV room
- Skiing
- Garden area
Staying at this National Park hostel, guests can pay a visit to Mount Ruapehu, located just 8 minutes' walk away. The hostel is also 4.4 km from the Uenuku Pines Mountain Bike Park.
National Park Backpackers
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Leisure/ TV room
- Skiing
- Garden area
National Park Backpackers
Staying at this National Park hostel, guests can pay a visit to Mount Ruapehu, located just 8 minutes' walk away. The hostel is also 4.4 km from the Uenuku Pines Mountain Bike Park.
Tongariro River Retreat
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf course
- Sun terrace
Staying at the hostel in Turangi, guests will also find entertainment venues in the vicinity, including the Turangi Golf Club, which is 2.1 km away. Mount Ngauruhoe is a short way from the Turangi hostel.
The 26-room Tongariro River Retreat hostel is 50 metres from the Rafting New Zealand experience and about a 5-minute walk from the science museum "Volcanic Activity Centre".
Tongariro River Retreat
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf course
- Sun terrace
Tongariro River Retreat
Staying at the hostel in Turangi, guests will also find entertainment venues in the vicinity, including the Turangi Golf Club, which is 2.1 km away. Mount Ngauruhoe is a short way from the Turangi hostel.
The 26-room Tongariro River Retreat hostel is 50 metres from the Rafting New Zealand experience and about a 5-minute walk from the science museum "Volcanic Activity Centre".
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Popular choice
Haka House Rotorua
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Billiard tables
- Sun terrace
The Rotorua hostel is within 1 km of Lake Rotorua and 2.9 km from the Whakarewarewa. The Rotorua accommodation is also in proximity to the Central Mall.
The 15-room Haka House Rotorua hostel allows guests to enjoy such natural sights as the lakeside park "Government Gardens", located a 13-minute walk away.
Haka House Rotorua
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Billiard tables
- Sun terrace
Haka House Rotorua
The Rotorua hostel is within 1 km of Lake Rotorua and 2.9 km from the Whakarewarewa. The Rotorua accommodation is also in proximity to the Central Mall.
The 15-room Haka House Rotorua hostel allows guests to enjoy such natural sights as the lakeside park "Government Gardens", located a 13-minute walk away.
Stay Hostel Rotorua
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Tea and coffee facilities
Sir Howard Morrision Performing Arts Centre Convention Center is located in the vicinity of this Rotorua hostel, while natural sites, such as the manicured Government Gardens are a mere 0.8 km away. Thanks to a prime location of the comfortable hostel, guests can quickly reach the Tamaki Māori Village, which is merely 6 minutes' walk away.
Also, Hostel Rotorua is just 1.3 km from the Saint Faith's Anglican Church.
Stay Hostel Rotorua
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Tea and coffee facilities
Stay Hostel Rotorua
Sir Howard Morrision Performing Arts Centre Convention Center is located in the vicinity of this Rotorua hostel, while natural sites, such as the manicured Government Gardens are a mere 0.8 km away. Thanks to a prime location of the comfortable hostel, guests can quickly reach the Tamaki Māori Village, which is merely 6 minutes' walk away.
Also, Hostel Rotorua is just 1.3 km from the Saint Faith's Anglican Church.
Rotorua Central Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Garden area
The Central Mall is approximately a 5-minute walk from the hostel, while the Polynesian Spa is merely 0.9 km away. This Rotorua hostel is also located not far from Kuirau Nature Park.
The Rotorua Lakefront Boardwalk is an 18-minute walk from the property.
Rotorua Central Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Garden area
Rotorua Central Backpackers
The Central Mall is approximately a 5-minute walk from the hostel, while the Polynesian Spa is merely 0.9 km away. This Rotorua hostel is also located not far from Kuirau Nature Park.
The Rotorua Lakefront Boardwalk is an 18-minute walk from the property.
Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge & Camp
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Sun terrace
The comfortable hostel is only 1.1 km from Lake Rotorua and just 1.8 km from the sulfurous Lake Rotorua. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that the 83-room Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge & Camp hostel is 25 minutes' walk from the manicured Government Gardens.
The nearby cultural landmarks include the 3D Trick Art Gallery, which is 3.3 km away.
Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge & Camp
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Sun terrace
Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge & Camp
The comfortable hostel is only 1.1 km from Lake Rotorua and just 1.8 km from the sulfurous Lake Rotorua. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that the 83-room Smoke Lake Hot Springs Lodge & Camp hostel is 25 minutes' walk from the manicured Government Gardens.
The nearby cultural landmarks include the 3D Trick Art Gallery, which is 3.3 km away.
Manowhenua Lodge Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Laundry
- Skiing
Staying at this comfortable hostel, guests can pay a visit to Mount Ruapehu, located only 0.6 km away. In addition, My Kiwi Adventure Tourist Information Center can be found in proximity to the accommodation.
The Uenuku Pines Mountain Bike Park is approximately a 15-minute drive from the 6-room property.
Manowhenua Lodge Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Laundry
- Skiing
Manowhenua Lodge Hostel
Staying at this comfortable hostel, guests can pay a visit to Mount Ruapehu, located only 0.6 km away. In addition, My Kiwi Adventure Tourist Information Center can be found in proximity to the accommodation.
The Uenuku Pines Mountain Bike Park is approximately a 15-minute drive from the 6-room property.
Slalom Lodge
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Leisure/ TV room
- Skiing
- Garden area
Staying at this Raurimu hostel, guests can pay a visit to the Ruapehu Adventure Rides, located around 500 metres away. The Tupapakurua Falls Lookout can be reached 6 km from the hostel.
Slalom Lodge
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Leisure/ TV room
- Skiing
- Garden area
Slalom Lodge
Staying at this Raurimu hostel, guests can pay a visit to the Ruapehu Adventure Rides, located around 500 metres away. The Tupapakurua Falls Lookout can be reached 6 km from the hostel.
Rotorua Hostel
- Tea and coffee facilities
The Redwoods Treewalk is 2.5 km from the hostel, and the nearby cultural attractions include Whakarewarewa Maori Village Cultural Center, which is approximately a 25-minute walk away. In addition, the Tamaki Māori Village can be found not far from the property.
The Saint Faith's Anglican Church, a prominent religious site, is just 1.7 km from the Rotorua hostel.
Rotorua Hostel
- Tea and coffee facilities
Rotorua Hostel
The Redwoods Treewalk is 2.5 km from the hostel, and the nearby cultural attractions include Whakarewarewa Maori Village Cultural Center, which is approximately a 25-minute walk away. In addition, the Tamaki Māori Village can be found not far from the property.
The Saint Faith's Anglican Church, a prominent religious site, is just 1.7 km from the Rotorua hostel.
Victoria Hostel
Found 2.4 km from Te Puia, this Rotorua hostel is a mere 1.7 km from worship locations like Saint Faith's Anglican Church. In addition, Central Mall can be found in close proximity to the hostel.
Guests will also find Bibleworld Museum and Discovery Centre, which is about 5 minutes on foot from the Rotorua accommodation.
Victoria Hostel
Victoria Hostel
Found 2.4 km from Te Puia, this Rotorua hostel is a mere 1.7 km from worship locations like Saint Faith's Anglican Church. In addition, Central Mall can be found in close proximity to the hostel.
Guests will also find Bibleworld Museum and Discovery Centre, which is about 5 minutes on foot from the Rotorua accommodation.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Hostels in Taupo, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Finlay Jack'S Backpackers |
8.6 / 10 (2172 Reviews) |
From 22$ | |
| Adventure Taupo Hostel |
9.2 / 10 (241 Reviews) |
From 20$ | |
| Haka House Taupo |
7.9 / 10 (1637 Reviews) |
From 21$ | |
| Based By The Lake |
6.9 / 10 (1605 Reviews) |
From 32$ | |
| Riverstone Lodge |
9.0 / 10 (933 Reviews) |
From 28$ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which budget-friendly hostels in Taupo are best for city center access?
Haka House Taupo and Adventure Taupo Hostel offer great locations within walking distance of Taupo's city center. You can easily explore shops, cafes, and the stunning lakefront nearby.
Book a stay during weekdays for lower rates, as prices tend to rise on weekends.
What hostels near Taupo's famous hot springs are affordable?
Slalom Lodge and National Park Backpackers are both budget options near hot springs. These hostels provide unique experiences for guests looking to relax and enjoy natural attractions.
Plan your visit to the hot springs early in the morning on weekdays for a quieter experience.
Which Taupo hostels are ideal for outdoor adventure enthusiasts?
Riverstone Lodge and Finlay Jack's Backpackers are geared toward adventure seekers. They provide excellent access to hiking, biking trails, and water activities.
Rent bikes from local shops near your hostel to explore trails, especially the scenic Great Lake Cycleway.
Are there any hostels in Taupo with kitchen facilities?
Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua and Crashpalace Backpackers provide kitchen amenities for guests. This helps you save money by preparing meals instead of eating out.
Shop at the local Countdown grocery store for fresh ingredients, located just a short walk from these hostels.
Which hostels in Taupo cater to solo travelers?
Victoria Hostel and Rotorua Downtown Backpackers are popular with solo travelers. They host events and activities, making it easier to meet fellow adventurers.
Join guided tours or group activities offered by the hostel staff to connect with others.
What are the best hostels in Taupo for connecting with nature?
Stay Hostel Rotorua and Manowhenua Lodge Hostel provide options surrounded by greenery. You can enjoy hiking and stunning views just outside your door.
Visit Huka Falls early in the morning for breathtaking views and fewer crowds.
Which Taupo hostels are recommended for young backpackers?
Rotorua Hostel and National Park Backpackers cater to young, adventurous backpackers. They offer dorm-style rooms and are close to nightlife options.
Check for weekly social events or pub crawls organized by the hostel to connect with other young travelers.
What unique activities should I plan while staying in Taupo?
Try skydiving or bungee jumping for exciting experiences. Taupo also offers hot air balloon rides with stunning views of the lake.
Book your skydiving experience for early morning to avoid weather delays later in the day.
How can I enjoy Taupo's natural beauty without spending a lot?
Visit local parks and take scenic walks along Lake Taupo's waterfront. It's a great way to enjoy nature without any cost.
Pack a picnic from local markets and enjoy it at One Kane Road Park, a beautiful spot by the lake.
What food experiences should I not miss in Taupo?
Try the local fish and chips and enjoy fresh, locally caught trout. The Taupo Market on Sundays is a great place to taste local foods.
Arrive early to the Taupo Market to find the freshest produce and unique local delicacies.