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Tiki Lodge Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, a short walk to Lake Taupo
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Fridge, microwave
View from property
Balcony
Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom
Property amenity

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
104 Tuwharetoa St, Taupo, 3330
  • Lake Taupo
    7 min walk
  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    9 min walk
  • Taupo Museum and Art Gallery
    11 min walk
  • Taupo (TUO)
    9 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Mixed Dorm (7 bed))

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Mixed Dorm (7 bed))

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Mixed Dorm (7 bed))

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Highlights

Kitchen
TV
Washer/dryer
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Double/Twin Ensuite Room)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Double/Twin Ensuite Room)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Double/Twin Ensuite Room)

Highlights

TV
Separate bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Triple Kitchenette)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Triple Kitchenette) | Private kitchenette

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Triple Kitchenette)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Mixed Dorm Ensuite (6bed))

Free WiFi

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Mixed Dorm Ensuite (6bed))

Highlights

Kitchen
TV
Washer/dryer
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Mixed Dorm Room (6bed))

Free WiFi

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Mixed Dorm Room (6bed))

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Female Only Dorm (6 bed))

Free WiFi

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Female Only Dorm (6 bed))

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Taupo

At Tiki Lodge Backpackers you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Lake Taupo and Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Taupo hostel include Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp.
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What's nearby

  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Taupo Museum and Art Gallery - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Spa Thermal Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Taupo Hot Springs - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Vine Eatery & Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Tiki Lodge Backpackers

Hostel with free parking, a short walk to Lake Taupo
As a guest of Tiki Lodge Backpackers, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. Tiki Lodge Backpackers also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area. Free self parking is available.

This Taupo hostel is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Tiki Lodge Backpackers offers 14 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 5 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property allows no check-in after 10:30 PM.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 20.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

Property is also known as

Tiki Lodge Taupo
Tiki Lodge Backpackers Taupo
Tiki Taupo
Tiki Backpackers Taupo
Tiki Backpackers
Tiki Lodge Backpackers Taupo
Tiki Lodge Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Tiki Lodge Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Taupo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Tiki Lodge Backpackers?

Tiki Lodge Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Tiki Lodge Backpackers?

Yep, Tiki Lodge Backpackers has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Tiki Lodge Backpackers?

No, Tiki Lodge Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Tiki Lodge Backpackers?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Tiki Lodge Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.

Tiki Lodge Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 101 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 101 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 101 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 101 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 101 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money. We had room with queen and a bunker for three of us. Also had a kitchenette within. Bathroom/Toilet was shared with one other room. Was very tidy, the best pillows n linen. Very centrally located. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
We booked an en-suite unit for our 1 night stay. On first glance it appears OK and adequate for the price we paid, we did not expect hotel status, but did expect better than we received. What they fail to tell you is that these rooms are right near the kitchen and since the doors do not seal you have the smell of cooking in your room till quite late with or without the windows open (we tried both). You also have a large beam of light that comes in under the door all night long . The sheets, although appeared to be washed had moldy stains on them, the towels again clean were all falling to bits. They advertise breakfast as part of the stay, what they do not tell you is that rather than have the food available in the kitchen, you must go down the stairs with your plates or bowls to reception and get some then go back to cook/eat it. We chose not to use this service. We have stayed in this type of accommodation elsewhere for similar prices and the difference is huge. We would not be going back or recommending it to others.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were very accommodating to our very late arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Lovely stay in perfect location for the Lake and Town.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Ctt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice view from hostel kitchen where one can see the snow-capped mountain from afar while having breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good facilities. breakfast and dinner options are a great idea. helps the budget go further. thanks
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hostel close to town and amenities
Helpful staff and well looked after. Undercover parking great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
It was really good, location was near to bus stop and almost everything, friendly reception, would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

LiLiane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hostel in Taupo!
Hostel was relatively easy to get to with ample parking for cars. Also close to everything you need to do and about 30-40 minutes walk to the closest attractions. Kitchen is great and offers outside balcony dining and a great view of Taupo! Staff is super friendly and helpful. Complimentary cereal, bread, and jams for breakfast. Eggs are for sale in the reception area at $.50 NZD per egg. Laundry facility is in the back. I really liked my stay here for the price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

4/10 Poor

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
No hot water issue
Tiki lodge was ok. The problem came in when they had no hot water on our second day. We understand issues come up. However when it couldn’t be fixed they should have given us a refund so we could stay somewhere else. All we were offered was to go and shower at another hostel or move to the other hostel. Problem was we paid for the king ensuite so we would have private accommodation. It included breakfast and a tv in the room. We moved to the other hostel and received a double bed that sagged in the middle, shared bathroom, and no breakfast. If there was not a hot water issue, we could have given a great review but the handling of the situation was not done well and the downgrade without any compensation seems quite unfair. So no we can’t recomm as a result
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

6/10 Okay

Quinn

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was super helpful and kind, and the general area was relatively spacious and clean. But the rooms were not very comfortable. But if you're looking for somewhere cheap to crash it's not a bad option.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Close to the Lake
I had a fantastic stay in Tiki (to short). Hotel is clean and they offer free breakfast, tea and coffee. And you can buy eggs for 50p, which is nice when you only need 2 instead of buying 6 at the supermarket. The only negative point: the walls are a bit thin. But people was not too noisy. So I managed to sleep without any issue.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hostel
Clean, good facilities, nice staff. View of the mountains on clear days.

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect for backpackers
Stayed in a family room, 4 girls was perfect size for us and the bathroom was very close!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Nik, Wellington

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quaint hotel close to the water front and shops
Everyone was really friendly and helpful. Beds were comfortable and clean. Room was warm and showers and toilets were clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice stay
Really nice hostel, nice and clean and nice atmosphere. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Close to town. Cheap stay.
Was good for what I needed. Was by myself so happy with accomodation. Was what I expected for the cost.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Law, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel close to town
great accomodation. Close to the shops and the lake walking distance. lovely staff and free breakfast. great stay for those exploring taupo.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room, lot of young backpackers who were generally well behaved. Around 12 midnight, everything was fairly quite in the lobby.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017