Ariki Backpackers
25 Ariki Street, 4312 New Plymouth, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map
Located on the west coast of New Zealand's North Island, Ariki Backpackers is just 328 feet from New Plymouth's shops, pubs and bus terminal. It offers a restaurant, a tour desk and a communal kitchen. Located above Icons Sports Bar, New Plymouth Ariki Backpackers is 2 minutes' walk from well-known coastal art piece The Wind Wand. It is 6 minutes' drive from both Stadium Taranaki and Brooklands Zoo. This friendly hostel offers a guest lounge with satellite TV, a communal kitchen and a large outdoor patio with BBQ facilities. There are internet facilities, a DVD library and a guest laundry. The tour desk books mountain trips, surfing, farm tours, seal watching and cultural tours. Ariki Backpackers offers dormitories and private rooms. Rooms with private bathroom facilities are available. There are female-only and male-only dorms on offer.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Property practices
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- Kate
New Zealand“Excellent location. We took our two children (3&6) and stayed in the family room. It was perfect for us.” - Margaret
United States of America“Really friendly reception and comfortable beds. Very clean facilities and nice big kitchen. Great place!” 
Erin New Zealand“Very nice stuff, everything just meets your needs. Room is clean and warm.”
Area info
Amenities of Ariki BackpackersGreat facilities! Review score, 8.2
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Shower
- Linens
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
- Shared kitchen
- Socket near the bed
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Live sports events (broadcast)Off-site
- Live music/PerformanceOff-site
- Temporary art galleriesAdditional chargeOff-site
- Water parkAdditional chargeOff-site
- Nightclub/DJ
- BowlingAdditional chargeOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- HikingOff-site
- WindsurfingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Karaoke
- SkiingOff-site
- FishingOff-site
- Golf course (within 2 miles)Additional charge
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Baggage storage
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Board games/Puzzles
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Carpeted
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- English
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of NZD 30 is required on arrival. That's about USD 18. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
Ariki Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Ariki Backpackers of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A damage deposit of NZD 30 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
FAQs about Ariki Backpackers
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Ariki Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Skiing
- Bowling
- Fishing
- Karaoke
- Windsurfing
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
- Water park
- Nightclub/DJ
- Live music/Performance
- Bicycle rental
- Temporary art galleries
- Live sports events (broadcast)
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Check-in at Ariki Backpackers is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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Ariki Backpackers is 2,600 feet from the center of New Plymouth. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at Ariki Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
