About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: National Park Backpackers in National Park offers family rooms with private bathrooms and carpeted floors. Guests enjoy a garden, outdoor seating area, and picnic spots. Essential Facilities: The hostel features a lounge, shared kitchen, minimarket, and free on-site private parking. Additional amenities include bicycle parking, barbecue facilities, and luggage storage. Convenient Location: Located 58 mi from Taupo Airport, the property is near Mount Ruapehu (9.3 mi), Taranaki Falls (9.9 mi), and Whakapapa (14 mi). Guests appreciate the convenient location and excellent service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

  • Top pick by families with children

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • 1 bunk bed
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  • 1 bunk bed
205 feet²

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Linens
  • Shared bathroom
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
$16 per night
Price $49
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  • 1 bunk bed
172 feet²
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
$16 per night
Price $49
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  • 1 bunk bed
205 feet²
Private bathroom
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
$18 per night
Price $54
Excluded: 15 % VAT
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Candy
    China China
    The service, location, and shared kitchen is really nice.
  • Crystal
    United States United States
    Direct walk to the bus station. Bed in private room super comfy! Very large kitchen and helpful staff.
  • Petra
    United States United States
    Very clean room and bathroom. Kitchen was clean and well equipped. Great climbing hall. Very clVSome restaurants in walking distance. Area is fantastic for hiking.
  • Douglas
    United States United States
    I've stopped here annually when possible since 2014. I keep returning says it all. Well maintained hostel, and finished in wood. Staff did great job keeping kitchen tidy. The 20 + year owners are spot on brilliant with regards to mountain weather.
  • Joseph
    United States United States
    Good location and value. Friendly and helpful staff. Good sized kitchen and dining area with plenty of cooking and eating utensils and refrigerator space.
  • Tea
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Everything is good! Only the bed is a bit squeaky,it's not a fancy hotel So can't complain yoo much about comfort.
  • Marilia
    Australia Australia
    Watching the sun rise in the kitchen window during breakfast is phenomenal! Location is great, facilities are cozy, it accommodates many people in the big kitchen.
  • Tengku
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Central location with a restobar and mini golf course just beside, and fuel station/convenience store within 2 mins walking distance. Shuttles from to/from Tongariro Crossing starts from the hostel and can be booked directly at the reception,...
  • Paul
    United States United States
    Very convenient location for getting to Toringo Crossing. Very friendly and helpful staff for navigating how to book shuttle, other things to see in the area.
  • Greta
    United States United States
    Awesome rooms, great kitchen, nice location, and good value. Very cozy vibe and kind staff. One of my favorite backpackers to date!

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House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 20 per person, per night

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There are no cribs available at this property.

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No age restriction
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Pets are not allowed.
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