Having some basic cooking essentials like oil and salt would be helpful

Comfortable, clean bathrooms, well-equipped kitchen, and we had no trouble parking. Good value for the price

Stayed in August 2025

The remote control of my TV was missing and the staff working couldn't help me in any way. I managed to ask for neighbouring assistance, but couldn't rely on the pro activeness of the staff that is definitely not solutions oriented. Some walls are prefabs, meanings that you can hear the noises outside and inside other rooms. They should limit the guests to +18 to avoid children screaming around.

The location is excellent and they have free parking available. The hostel had a beautiful view of the lake and nice common areas. Beds were comfortable.

Stayed in August 2025

Our room was clean and tidy with heaps of room for our overnight stay. Bonus waking up to an amazing view of the lake and Snow covered mountain tops.

Stayed in August 2025

Room for 2 was very small, could have had shelf to put things on. We were there for 1 night so can live that.

Clean & tidy.

Stayed in August 2025

Sign outside the room to put washing in basket, sign at key drop box to leave linen on bed, bit confusing. One is probably correct, and other is just still up

Very clean, lots of communal space. Small rooms, but price reflective. Much better than when I stayed here 2 and 4 years ago. Feels like new owners

Stayed in August 2025

I can't say much because all was good

Perfect

Stayed in August 2025

Shared mixed sex bathroom

Well heated Easy parking

Stayed in August 2025

good

Stayed in August 2025

Kitchen facilities were clean but cooking pans need replacing and carasoule plate in microwave was missing. Facilities were basic. However it is a budget stay well located. We are both 68 yo and had to lug suitcases 2 flights of stairs.

Location and price

Stayed in August 2025

Parking was fine when we visited as it was winter but I imagine it can be pretty busy in the summer when more people are staying so I would check with staff about parking elsewhere. There was only a plug socket on one side of the bed, not a big deal really but something to note.

The hostel is in a great location, just a little way up a road that leads down to the lake and close to some restaurants and shops nearby. The staff were really friendly and welcoming on arrival, I felt their presence there definitely made me feel safer. The kitchen was really well equipped and managed by the staff in a very organised fashion - we made dinner and felt it had everything we needed to do so. There was also a vending machine in the kitchen which I noticed sold pretty much anything you might want for a quick bite to eat. The hostel's balcony with seating looked out over the mountains and the lake, even though it was winter we sat outside to enjoy the sunset because it was an amazing view (although we are British so pretty cold tolerant). There were laundry facilities although we didn't end up using them as we didn't stay long but you could buy washing powder from reception for only $2 so pretty handy if needed. The room was fairly small but what we expected, we had an ensuite room and the ensuite itself was great. The bed was really comfy and I loved the bedside lamp - kind of wish I had one to be honest. Also I really loved the soap they provided in the ensuite, it smelt amazing and I would love to know where they get it from. Overall, close to Lake Taupo and perfect location if you want to do any of the Tongariro park walks - I noticed in the summer they have these walks organised by the hostel for groups which would be great for solo travellers who wanted to do some more social hikes or even if you just wanted a lift over there.

Stayed in August 2025

The fridge have funny smell

Very big space. My family very enjoying the stay. Close to town center.

Stayed in July 2025

Only bad thing, the walls are paper thin, you can hear everything from rooms next door. rooms were not big, but that was ok, didnt aim to be in the room all the time.

Great place, good value, not too far from the centre of town. Room was warm, considering it was -2 at the time, bed and blankets toasty warm. Happy to stay here again

Stayed in August 2025

Unsure if you were fully booked as it didnt look like it, 7 strangers all packed like sardines in 1 room, 1 guy was soooo noisey both on his phone, woke the entire room at 4.30am.

Perfect to stop over when you just need a shower and bed. Facilities very clean and tidy. Loved the bunks had blockout curtains!

Stayed in August 2025

A bit far from our vehicle to the room( glad it wasn't raining). Lighting of stairs could have been better.

We just needed a place to sleep on the way to Wellington. The beds were comfy, the room was warm & the ablutions were close to our room. The kitchen was basic but had what we needed & was clean. Would stay again.

Stayed in July 2025

Our room was clean and compact. We stayed one night and it was ok

Stayed in July 2025

Staff

Staff

Stayed in July 2025

Nothing

A quiet location not far from where we had business. The room was small but warm and comfortable with its own ensuite. Parking was off road although we were advised it was a first come first served situation. The manager was friendly, informative and obliging. We considered it great value for money

Stayed in June 2025

Value and convenient

Stayed in May 2025

The washer and dryer are both app operated. No tokens are coins used. Furniture in lounge/TV room is really looking tired.

Well appointed double room with comfortable bed. Large communal kitchen with all relevant utensils and adequate dining area. In a quiet part of town but still close enough to walk to the bus stop, shops, restaurants and a large supermarket

Stayed in June 2025

If you're sensitive to noise when sleeping...not ideal. Super thin walls. Good could people talking and banging in all corners. Can't complain though. Great value for money.

Great location. Clean room. Comfortable bed. Friendly staff.

Stayed in June 2025

Handy location in a quiet spot Tidy bathroom with nice hot water

Stayed in April 2025

Easy walking distance to town for a night out

Stayed in May 2025

Central location. Quiet area. Clean comfortable beds

Stayed in May 2025

Not hot water left when we tried to have a shower in the morning. Remember your photo id or they won’t let you stay.

Good place for a one night stay and backpackers. Clothes washing facilities, payment but bank card a machine. Was upgraded from to what we ordered which was a nice bonus. Enjoyed our stay.

Stayed in May 2025