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Base Taupo - Hostel

3.0 star property
Adults-only hotel with a nightclub and a fitness center

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Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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7 Tuwharetoa Street, Taupo, 3330
  • Place, Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Spa Thermal Park
  • Place, Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Shared Dormitory (4 beds) | Individually furnished, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory (4 beds)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (4 beds) | Individually furnished, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (4 beds)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Bathroom

Basic Double Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite | Individually furnished, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double Room, Ensuite

  • 43 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ensuite | Individually furnished, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ensuite

  • 43 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Shared Dormitory, Women only (Sanctuary) | Individually furnished, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Superior Shared Dormitory, Women only (Sanctuary)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (6 beds) | Individually furnished, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (6 beds)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Beds

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Individually furnished, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory (6 beds)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Taupō

Located in Taupō Central within a short walk of Lake Taupō, Base Taupo - Hostel is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as A.C. Baths. This 3-star hotel has 42 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free self parking, and free airport drop-off.

What's nearby

  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A.C. Baths - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Huka Falls - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Vine Eatery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fast and Fresh Bakery Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Piccolo - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Base Taupo - Hostel

Adults-only hotel with a nightclub and a fitness center
Guests of Base Taupo - Hostel have access to a nightclub, a gym, and WiFi in public areas. There's free parking, as well as a free shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours). The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Other amenities at this adults-only hotel include a computer station, express check-in, and a terrace.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour free airport drop-off shuttle on request
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Element Cafe and Bar

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Nightclub
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2008
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 2.19 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 18 and older are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.19 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in is easy with express services. For convenient departures, you can take advantage of the free airport drop-off service. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 18 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Base Backpacker Taupo
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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to Base Taupo - Hostel?

This hotel is situated in Taupō Central, just steps from Taupō Museum and Art Gallery, and within a 10-minute walk of Lake Taupō and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp. You'll also find Spa Thermal Park and Taupō Hot Springs within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Base Taupo - Hostel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Base Taupo - Hostel have a casino?

No, Base Taupo - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Base Taupo - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Base Taupo - Hostel?

This adults-only hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including a bar, a restaurant, and a nightclub.

Are there hot tubs at Base Taupo - Hostel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Base Taupo - Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Base Taupo - Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Base Taupo - Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Base Taupo - Hostel though service animals are welcome.

Does Base Taupo - Hostel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Base Taupo - Hostel?

The closest major airport to Base Taupo - Hostel is Taupō Airport (TUO), which is 4.9 mi away (12 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Base Taupo - Hostel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Base Taupo - Hostel.