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Our top choices for Takanini hostels

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view of trees, a bedside table with a lamp, and a shelf with a plant.

1. YMCA Hostel

YMCA Hostel
2.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (491 reviews)
"It is conveniently located within walking distance of the Sky Tower, though there is an uphill walk to get to the hostel from there. The staff were friendly and handled an issue of my bed being occupied by someone else."
Japan
KARIYA
$57 nightly
The price is $65
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
YMCA Hostel
A historic building with a classic architectural style, featuring arched windows and a brick facade.

2. JO&JOE Auckland

JO&JOE Auckland
5.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (78 reviews)
"Great place, good rooms, friendly and helpful staff"
Australia
Anita
$55 nightly
The price is $63
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Total with taxes and fees
JO&JOE Auckland
A modern hotel room with a bunk bed, a small desk, a sink, and a mirror.

3. LyLo Auckland

LyLo Auckland
5.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (340 reviews)
"Staff are great here, very helpful and polite! The facilities are really good, very nice for a hostel. Miss Lucy’s cafe has great coffee!"
Australia
Bonnie
$48 nightly
The price is $55
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Total with taxes and fees
LyLo Auckland
A room with a view of a city skyline, a red balcony railing, a round table with a vase of flowers, and yellow chairs.

4. United Auckland

United Auckland
1.5 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (27 reviews)
"Very accessible - Easy access to the vaious amenitirs etc. Well serviced!"
United Kingdom
GORDON
$40 nightly
The price is $46
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Total with taxes and fees
United Auckland
A modern kitchen with a wooden table, stainless steel appliances, and a brick wall.

5. Haka House Auckland K’ Road

Haka House Auckland K’ Road
4.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (223 reviews)
"Great place, great people. Would definitely recommend anyone looking for somewhere to stay in Auckland to go here."
United Kingdom
Jamie
$45 nightly
The price is $52
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Total with taxes and fees
Haka House Auckland K’ Road
A cozy room with a foosball table, sofas, and a television.

6. 234 BACKPACKERS

234 BACKPACKERS
1.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
$32 nightly
The price is $37
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
234 BACKPACKERS
A covered balcony with a view of a city skyline, including a tall tower, and a well-maintained lawn.

7. Verandahs Parkside Lodge - Hostel

Verandahs Parkside Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Freemans Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (132 reviews)
"Lovely property, clean, good facilities, great location. "
United Kingdom
Natalie
$55 nightly
The price is $63
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Verandahs Parkside Lodge - Hostel
A modern building with a prominent red and black facade, a glass entrance, and a sign reading "TSB Bank".

8. Choice Backpackers

Choice Backpackers
2.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (181 reviews)
"User friendly, active managers, quiet place easy to sleep. All your basic needs meet in an excellent way."
Australia
Roderick Arnold Staples
$39 nightly
The price is $45
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
Choice Backpackers
A room with a large window, a bed, and a view of a cityscape and water.

9. Garden Hostel

Garden Hostel
1.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"Good location, quite outdated but very well priced"
Australia
Alex
$35 nightly
The price is $40
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Total with taxes and fees
Garden Hostel
A historic hotel with a prominent tower, large windows, and a classic architectural style.

10. Attic Backpackers

Attic Backpackers
4.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (55 reviews)
"This place accomplishes everything you are looking for when you are traveling on a budget."
United States
Tyler
$52 nightly
The price is $60
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Attic Backpackers
Rooftop terrace

11. SpinCity Lodge Auckland

SpinCity Lodge Auckland
1.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
6.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"Clean and tidy rooms and kitchen, it was quiet and no drinking rules, air conditioning in rooms, extremely helpful staff they were ace."
United Kingdom
Djo
$71 nightly
The price is $81
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Total with taxes and fees
SpinCity Lodge Auckland
A room with large windows, a flat-screen TV, and a bookshelf.

12. Newton Lodge Auckland - Hostel

Newton Lodge Auckland - Hostel
2.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (12 reviews)
"Nice staff and clean. Excellent hostel !! "
United States
Sho
$79 nightly
The price is $91
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Total with taxes and fees
Newton Lodge Auckland - Hostel
A reception area with a wooden floor, a reception desk with a vase of flowers, a brown sofa, and a mirror on the wall.

13. Oceanic Hostel

Oceanic Hostel
1.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (8 reviews)
"Cleaned, efficient, decent rooms. Rock hard beds were the only downside "
Australia
Chris
$41 nightly
The price is $47
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Oceanic Hostel
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white shelving, and a tiled floor.

14. Hobson Lodge - Hostel

Hobson Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (69 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United Kingdom
Robert
$67 nightly
The price is $77
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Hobson Lodge - Hostel
A modern interior with a wooden table and black chairs, large windows offering a view of a cityscape and a red car outside.

15. Haka House Auckland City

Haka House Auckland City
5.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (63 reviews)
"Lovely stay, thank you"
Australia
Samantha
$54 nightly
The price is $63
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Total with taxes and fees
Haka House Auckland City
A multi-story building with a central vertical banner, storefronts at the ground level, and a traffic light in the foreground.

16. Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers - Hostel

Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers - Hostel
2.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
5.2 out of 10, (310 reviews)
"Good location, close to everything. Wi-Fi stable, kitchen is easy and convenient."
United States
Jinghe
$39 nightly
The price is $45
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Total with taxes and fees
Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers - Hostel
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Learn more about Takanini

Spend your day exploring Bruce Pulman Park's sports facilities before unwinding at the peaceful Saint Aidan's Reserve. Shop to your heart's content at Southgate and Takanini Town Centre, or connect with nature along the scenic Papakura Stream Esplanade Reserve.

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An aerial view of a coastal area with a river, green park, and a city in the background.

Top reviews in Takanini

A modern hotel room with a bunk bed, a small desk, a sink, and a mirror.
LyLo Auckland

LyLo Auckland

LyLo Auckland
Auckland Central Business District

10/10 Excellent

Clean room
United States
Meirbek
Reviewed October 17, 2026
LyLo Auckland

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hostels in Takanini?

You may like the room rates at this top accommodation in the area, which gets positive reviews from our travelers: Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group - 15.3 mi (24.6 km) from the heart of Takanini. Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Auckland Britomart Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar at this hostel.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Takanini?

The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 67°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 55°F. Average annual precipitation for Takanini is 50 inches.

What is there to see and do in Takanini?

Get out into nature with places like Kindergarten Reserve, Willow Camp Road Reserve, and Conifer Grove Esplanade Reserve. Cultural attractions include Logan Campbell Centre, Auckland Museum, and Auckland War Memorial Museum. Locals like to shop at Takanini Gateway and Takanini Town Centre.

What's the best way to get to and around Takanini while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in and around Takanini in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL), 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from the city center. Once you're on the ground, you may want to use public transit during your trip. If you're eager to see more of the area, head over to Takanini Station to take a train.

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