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Riverstone Lodge 5 stars

Turangi

Located in Turangi, Riverstone Lodge, a 5-star hostel, offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property provides garden views and a terrace.

A range of activities are offered in the area, such as skiing and cycling.

Taupo is 40 km from the hostel. Great little gem in Turangi. Sandra and her husband were very welcoming and helpful with the crossing and with my laundry. Would highly recommend staying here.

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9.1
Superb
814 reviews
Price from
€ 28
per night

Finlay Jack's Backpackers 4.5 stars

Taupo

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'. Best hostel ever, they have separate cubes with plugs, light to read and curtains all you need for a hostel 😍

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8.5
Very good
2,038 reviews
Price from
€ 22
per night

Tongariro River Retreat

Turangi

The area is popular for skiing and cycling, in addition, ski equipment hire and bike hire are available at this hostel.

Taranaki Falls is 48 km from the hostel. The nearest airport is Taupo Airport, 43 km from Tongariro River Retreat. Amazing find! The most cost effective accommodation in New Zealand, great place to make connections with locals (especially if you’re looking for fishing tips), cozy common room with a fireplace, and great host.

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8.1
Very good
464 reviews
Price from
€ 20
per night

Haka Lodge Taupo 4.5 stars

Taupo

Haka Lodge Taupo features free unlimited WiFi and stunning views of Lake Taupo. The backpacker property offers a range of upmarket dormitory rooms as well as private rooms for those who like their own space. The kitchen facilities and eating area

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7.7
Good
1,701 reviews
Price from
€ 22
per night

Based by the Lake 4 stars

Taupo

Based by the Lake offers basic dormitory-style rooms or private guest bedrooms with ensuite facilities. All of the accommodation is clean and modern and linen is included. Communal facilities include a shared kitchen. You can also soak up the sun on the sundeck which features views of the mountains. Price is suitable. Big restroom

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7.1
Good
1,722 reviews
Price from
€ 31
per night

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