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Our top choices for North Island hostels

A spacious room with large windows offering a view of a lush forested mountain.

1. Piha Beachstay - Hostel

Piha Beachstay - Hostel
1.0 star property
Piha
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (73 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay, very chilled. "
Australia
Ann
$77 nightly
The price is $88
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
Piha Beachstay - Hostel
A modern hotel room with a bunk bed, a small desk, a sink, and a mirror.

2. LyLo Auckland

LyLo Auckland
5.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (336 reviews)
"very helpful staff for my first time visit. will be back."
Australia
Yijing
$61 nightly
The price is $70
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
LyLo Auckland
A mural of birds on a wall with geometric patterns and a wooden ceiling.

3. Haka House Rotorua

Haka House Rotorua
5.0 star property
Inner City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (131 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay very much! Dorms and bathroom were clean. Bed was comfortable. Storage for big luggage and small bags (bring your own locks). Close to everything."
Canada
Kim
$49 nightly
The price is $57
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
Haka House Rotorua
A historic building with a classic architectural style, featuring arched windows and a brick facade.

4. JO&JOE Auckland

JO&JOE Auckland
5.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (72 reviews)
"Great place, good rooms, friendly and helpful staff"
Australia
Anita
$52 nightly
The price is $60
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Total with taxes and fees
JO&JOE Auckland
A balcony with a view of a road and buildings, a wooden table, and a person using a laptop.

5. Adventure Taupo Hostel

Adventure Taupo Hostel
2.0 star property
Taupō Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
"Great first time experience staying in a hostel only problem is if you are staying out of town for a sports event be prepared for a team to possibly be staying at the same accom and it is by chance things can be a little noisey and kitchen and lounge may be a bit crowded"
Australia
Talia
$42 nightly
The price is $48
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Total with taxes and fees
Adventure Taupo Hostel
A wooden-paneled bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, and a door leading to another room.

6. Bay of Islands Lodge

Bay of Islands Lodge
2.0 star property
Paihia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (60 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay"
Australia
Satbir
$45 nightly
The price is $53
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Bay of Islands Lodge
A cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a dining area, a kitchen with a refrigerator, and a large window.

7. Tatahi Cove - Hostel

Tatahi Cove - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hahei
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (34 reviews)
"Beautiful and large sharing area with a small private room. Very warm and friendly staffs gave us a lot of information for visiting and dining. "
United States
Boqin
$81 nightly
The price is $94
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Total with taxes and fees
Tatahi Cove - Hostel
A corridor with a wooden ceiling, a red sofa, and a poster on the wall.

8. Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel

Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
4.0 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (149 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful. The bed was comfortable and the room tidy. The location was great, right in Turangi township and close to a lot of great activities."
Australia
Tania
$33 nightly
The price is $39
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Total with taxes and fees
Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, exposed wooden beams, a sofa set, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the outdoors.

9. Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
National Park Village
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (92 reviews)
"Staff were fantastic and the accommodation was clean! "
Canada
Cameron
$67 nightly
The price is $77
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a framed artwork, and a small potted plant.

10. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
1.0 star property
Inner City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (25 reviews)
"Was a nice quick stay."
Australia
Dallas
$31 nightly
The price is $36
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Total with taxes and fees
Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

11. Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
2.0 star property
Pipitea
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice staff when I arrived quite late for my first visit, but they helped me to sort out things effectively."
Australia
Yijing
$31 nightly
The price is $36
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
A building with a sign reading "TREK GLOBAL BACKPACKER."

12. Trek Global Backpackers

Trek Global Backpackers
4.0 star property
Te Aro
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (286 reviews)
"Staff young and very helpful My room was always clean when i got back from my day Kitchen was close to my room Thankyou for a great stay"
Australia
Christine
$26 nightly
The price is $31
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Trek Global Backpackers
A spacious room with a wooden table and white chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

13. Haka House Taupo

Haka House Taupo
4.0 star property
Taupō Central
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (301 reviews)
"clean."
Australia
Truong
$37 nightly
The price is $43
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Haka House Taupo
A hot tub with people around it, surrounded by greenery and a wooden fence.

14. Centabay Lodge - Hostel

Centabay Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Paihia
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (115 reviews)
"Nice hostel clean friendly staff."
Sweden
Johan
$39 nightly
The price is $46
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees
Centabay Lodge - Hostel
A modern kitchen with a marble island, wooden cabinets, and a backsplash.

15. The Marion Hostel

The Marion Hostel
2.0 star property
Te Aro
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (76 reviews)
"Great hostel !"
France
Florian
$49 nightly
The price is $58
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Total with taxes and fees
The Marion Hostel
A room with a view of a city skyline, a red balcony railing, a round table with a vase of flowers, and yellow chairs.

16. United Auckland

United Auckland
1.5 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (24 reviews)
"Clean room and exceptional staff"
Canada
Silvia
$38 nightly
The price is $43
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
United Auckland
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a window, and two wall-mounted pictures.

17. Pacific Coast Lodge and Backpackers

Pacific Coast Lodge and Backpackers
1.0 star property
Mount Maunganui
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (6 reviews)
"Very organised. Staff great. Would go back for sureeee!!"
Australia
Ana Paula
$72 nightly
The price is $84
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
Pacific Coast Lodge and Backpackers
A deck with wooden chairs and tables overlooking a marina with boats.

18. Wanderlust NZ

Wanderlust NZ
1.0 star property
Tauranga
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (6 reviews)
"For the needs "
Canada
Nigel
$75 nightly
The price is $88
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees
Wanderlust NZ
A cozy room with a foosball table, sofas, and a television.

19. 234 BACKPACKERS

234 BACKPACKERS
1.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
$34 nightly
The price is $39
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
234 BACKPACKERS
A balcony with a curved roof, outdoor seating, potted plants, and a view of the street below.

20. Stay Hostel Rotorua

Stay Hostel Rotorua
1.0 star property
Inner City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (44 reviews)
"Great location Just what you need to get a good sleep and go exploring"
New Zealand
Grace
$37 nightly
The price is $43
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
Stay Hostel Rotorua
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Top North Island Hotel Reviews

The Grand by SkyCity

The Grand by SkyCity

10/10 Excellent
"Great value. Great location. Great staff. Feels like home. Have been staying at the grand for 20yrs or so. It’s comfortable and reliable."
Ben 11-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
The Grand by SkyCity

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North Island Hostels information

Number of reviews
850
Accommodation
46 Hostels
Lowest Price
$31
Highest Price
$94

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