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About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: The Crossing Lodge & Backpackers in Erua offers family rooms with private bathrooms, kitchenettes, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy a sun terrace and outdoor seating areas. Convenient Facilities: The hostel features a lounge, shared kitchen, games room, and indoor play area. Additional amenities include free on-site parking, electric vehicle charging, and bicycle parking. Activities and Location: Located 99 km from Taupo Airport, the property is near Mount Ruapehu (21 km), Taranaki Falls (22 km), Whakapapa (28 km), and Turoa (48 km). Guests can enjoy skiing, hiking, and cycling.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
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1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
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2 bunk beds
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
2 bunk beds
1 single bed
and
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
4 bunk beds
4 bunk beds
4 bunk beds
1 bunk bed
1 single bed
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1 bunk bed
and
1 large double bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Yi
    Switzerland Switzerland
    I cooked my own breakfast. Pretty standard, the kitchen was convienient to make some simple food.
  • Cassandra
    Australia Australia
    We didnt even get to explore the entire place, but the kitchen, dining area, bathrooms and bedroom was great. Whole place was so warm and everyone respected the rules in place. Well designed and funky.
  • Michaela
    New Zealand New Zealand
    I loved the friendly, laid-back vibe—everyone was chill and welcoming. The facilities were perfect: clean, warm, and super cozy for winter. The Narnia movie room was such a cool, creative touch! The kitchen was well-equipped, and the lounge spaces...
  • Larissa
    New Zealand New Zealand
    If you don't want to pay a lot of money on a hostel, this is the place. Everything was clean, the beds are comfortable and they have free parking lot available. For the price I am very satisfied.
  • Penny
    New Zealand New Zealand
    This was an intriguing place to stay , it felt like an adventure! Extremely well organised from a tech point of view. We appreciated all the groovy decor extras and lots of thoughtful touches everywhere. Very easy place to stay overnight (we...
  • Samantha
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Such a great Lounge, kitchen, movie theatre and outdoor facilities. So family friendly!
  • Meghan
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Comfy beds, super warm even tho it was cold and rainy outside. Well presented facilities. Check in was quick and easy to use.
  • Rachel
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Really appreciated the large communal spaces to relax.
  • Karfeh
    Canada Canada
    We arrived on Intercity Bus and walked to this hostel which was about an hour from the National Park. We knew this before booking and it wasn't an issue. We really enjoyed this place because it was spacious, had a cozy feel, the pool table in...
  • Elizabeth
    United States United States
    Clean. Felt safe. Smaller room, but great for the price. Easy parking. Had blanket and pillow, no towel (which was fine but hard to find that information on the site). Electronic code to get in to doors to outside and room.

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House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Check-out
From 00:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property does not feature a reception desk.

This property offers self-check-in only.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

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