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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'. If relaxing is more your style, you can treat yourself to a thermal hot water spa or experience a taste of Maori culture. Taupo is bustling with tourists and locals alike, allowing you to discover a real sense of New Zealand.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free parking available on-site


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Availability

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

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.7
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Matiss
    Latvia Latvia
    Perfect location in town, walking distance to everything you need. Nice chill area and wifi worked great.
  • Michelle
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very clean, friendly staff, awesome kitchen facilities
  • Thomas
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The pod style rooms were really private and comfortable. Felt like you had your own room but at the price of a hostel

Property surroundings

Facilities of Finlay Jack's Backpackers
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Tumble dryer
  • Washing machine
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Evening entertainment
  • Table tennis
  • Games room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • German
  • Greek
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Finlay Jack's Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 19:00

Check-out

From 08:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash Finlay Jack's Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive after 20:30 please contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note for bookings of 10 or more guests, different policies and procedures may apply. For further information please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about Finlay Jack's Backpackers

  • Finlay Jack's Backpackers is 450 yards from the centre of Taupo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Finlay Jack's Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Finlay Jack's Backpackers offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Games room
    • Table tennis
    • Evening entertainment
    • Bicycle rental
    • Movie nights

  • Check-in at Finlay Jack's Backpackers is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.