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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
"No hot water for a shower-ran the water for 10 minutes!
Room was shabby-power outlets were dirty
Beds were comfortable and it was quiet.
Needs a real fresh up "
"My room was great. Loved the big bathroom, cozy kitchenette, and the spa separate from the room. Bed was good, but not great. Location was great and the view was beautiful. I would stay there again. My only complaints: the wifi by the lake was terrible. Normally, this would not be an issue for me but when traveling internationally and trying to arrange the next part of your journey, it's kind of a pain when you can't even get a page to load. Also, the spa: it is a huge round tub that has to be filled when you arrive. The problem is this done using a sink faucet. After letting it run for 25 minutes, we had about 6 inches of water. It was going to take hours to fill where we wanted it. Had we known, we would have started to fill it before we left for dinner. Because we didn't, it ended up being kind of a waste. A sign at the tub letting us know in advance would have been helpful. But now that I'm telling you, don't make the same mistake and you'll have a great time"
"Staff were terrible, room was so noisy from the pool lines running under the room. Sounded like bubbling pipes. Called reception and after some convincing they changed our room, which wasn’t much better. They said we’d have to wait for the manager to bring us some keys for the room. That never happend, no we had no keys and couldn’t lock or unlock our room. The rooms havnt been updated since it was built in the 60s
Rooms are out dated and uncomfortable, and are sprayed with far too much air freshener. Your money is better spent elsewhere. "
"I enjoyed my stay, coming here to participate in the Ironman event. I found the staff to be very friendly and professional, particularly Mable and Richard. Mable always greeted me by name. The room was clean and spacious. Great facilities, tennis courts and a fabulous pool. I dined twice at the hotel restaurant and the food was very nice and reasonably priced. Richard the restaurant manager was very efficient and professional. Thanks for your hospitality, I will certainly be back! Thank you for making my weekend so special. "
"The location right on the lake is excellent and makes it very easy to get around Taupō on foot. You can walk into town, along the lakefront, and to restaurants without needing the car, which was a big plus.
The hotel itself is quite faceless, but that’s probably expected as it mainly operates as a conference venue. The rooms were fine — nothing special — but they were clean and tidy, which is what really matters.
If you look a bit closer, parts of the exterior feel slightly run down and could probably do with some attention. One thing that stood out was the lack of visible recycling or sustainability efforts. For a place like Taupō, which promotes a clean, green, nature-focused image this felt disappointing.
The attached restaurant was okay, but again nothing particularly memorable. We found it better to walk into town and eat at the smaller independent restaurants, which had tastier food and more character.
Overall a convenient place to stay, mainly because of the location, but fairly average in most other respects."
By going with a hostel, you can cut your spending on accommodations and save more of your money for fun things to do during your stay. We've heard good things about this destination's natural setting, including its lake views and waterfalls.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), low prices and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Taupō?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones have the highest reviews from our customers and might be a good place to look first: Haka House Taupo - Located within a 20-minute walk of Lake Taupō. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets. Based by the Lake - Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Lake Taupō. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. BoBs Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Lake Taupō. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free Wi-Fi, as well as a bar. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets. Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Lake Taupō. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a bar. Rooms come with towels and free Wi-Fi. Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Lake Taupō. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as an outdoor pool. You'll find towels, showers and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.
How many hostels will I find in Taupō?
If you're in the market for somewhere affordable to stay in Taupō, one of Expedia's 6 hostels could be a great option.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Taupō?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 7°C. Average annual precipitation for Taupō is 1398 mm.
What is there to see and do in Taupō?
Depending on what interests you, you might enjoy these things around Taupō. Get out into nature with places such as Spa Thermal Park, Taupō Hot Springs and Lake Taupō. Cultural attractions include Taupō Museum and Art Gallery. Visit landmarks such as Maori Carvings.
What's the best way to get to and around Taupō while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Taupō on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Taupō Airport (TUO), 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from the city centre.