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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
The price is S$106
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Piha Beachstay - Hostel
A modern building with a glass facade and the name "Lylo" on the side.

2. LyLo Auckland

LyLo Auckland
5.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (330 reviews)
"Love the location and it's accessiblility. My room is tidy and clean. Staffs are accommodating and helpful. Will definitely be back to Lylo."
Australia
Fina Kamille P.
The price is S$63
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
LyLo Auckland
A beach with a large rock formation, kayaks, and people on the sand.

3. 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
The price is S$122
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Tatahi Cove - Hostel
A spacious room with a wooden table and white chairs, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

4. Haka House Taupo

Haka House Taupo
4.0 star property
Taupō Central
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (298 reviews)
"Ample space in kitchen, clean bathroom, convenient location"
Australia
Anjalee
The price is S$52
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Haka House Taupo
A historic building with a classic architectural style, featuring arched windows and a brick facade.

5. JO&JOE Auckland

JO&JOE Auckland
5.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (62 reviews)
"It’s a great place to stay"
Australia
ricardo
The price is S$79
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
JO&JOE Auckland
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, exposed wooden beams, a sofa set, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the outdoors.

6. 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
The price is S$103
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel
A building with a flat roof, a front entrance, and a signboard.

7. Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel

Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
4.0 star property
Turangi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (148 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
The price is S$41
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel
A living room with green sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a bookshelf.

8. 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
The price is S$60
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Adventure Taupo Hostel
A hot tub with people around it, surrounded by greenery and a wooden fence.

9. 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
The price is S$54
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Centabay Lodge - Hostel
A wooden-paneled bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, and a door leading to another room.

10. 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
The price is S$64
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Bay of Islands Lodge
A reception desk with a wooden panel wall, a framed artwork, and a small potted plant.

11. Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua

Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
1.0 star property
Inner City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (23 reviews)
"Was a nice quick stay."
Australia
Dallas
The price is S$40
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Flying Pig Backpackers Rotorua
A room with a large window, a bed, and a view of a cityscape and water.

12. Garden Hostel

Garden Hostel
1.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"We liked that our family could stay in one room. Edward was very helpful in getting us checked in and sorting out how to use the entrance and elevator. The building is very secure, which made us feel very safe being in downtown Auckland. This was a great hostile for us to walk to the University and explore a little downtown."
Australia
Amy
The price is S$44
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Garden Hostel
A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a grill, and a view of the outside.

13. Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua
3.5 star property
Inner City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (236 reviews)
"The staff was helpful and the rooms and bathrooms where well kept clean"
Australia
Hailey
The price is S$78
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua
A spacious room with large windows, wooden flooring, and orange chairs.

14. Haka House Rotorua

Haka House Rotorua
5.0 star property
Inner City
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (126 reviews)
"Nice place to stay in the middle central Rotorua. Walking distance to a lot of things."
Australia
Michelle
The price is S$50
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Haka House Rotorua
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
The price is S$81
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Marion Hostel
A reception area with a green wall, a counter, and a magazine rack.

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
The price is S$39
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
United Auckland
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

17. Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
2.0 star property
Pipitea
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"I have stayed at the Waterloo over many years whenever we have had a stopover in wellington. I have found it to be well placed in the city with both the train station and bus hub close by. Te papa is just a short walk away along the waterfront and if arriving by ferry the bluebridge ferry terminal is across the road, the interislander runs a shuttle bus to the train station . So as you can see the Waterloo is an ideal place to stay. All facilities are available with many choices of places to...
Australia
Sue
The price is S$47
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
A building with a sign reading "Wanderlust New Zealand" and "Hostel St. Amant."

18. Wanderlust NZ

Wanderlust NZ
1.0 star property
Tauranga
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"For the needs "
Canada
Nigel
The price is S$114
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Wanderlust NZ
A restaurant with wooden beams and hanging paper lanterns. Tables are arranged with chairs, and people are dining.

19. The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers

The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers
2.0 star property
Te Aro
7.8 out of 10, Good, (913 reviews)
"Good spot room was adequate for age of hotel"
Australia
Sandra
The price is S$64
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a window, and two wall-mounted pictures.

20. 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
The price is S$109
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Pacific Coast Lodge and Backpackers
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Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport

Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport

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"Easy and convenient. Comfortable beds and excellent breakfast"
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Number of reviews
3,328
Accommodation
46 Hostels
Lowest Price
S$39
Highest Price
S$122

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