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Featured Hostels in Waikato

Backpackers Central Hamilton

Backpackers Central Hamilton

2 out of 5
846 Victoria Street Hamilton
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$51 nightly
The price is $59 total per night
$59 total
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Total with taxes and fees
Guests of Backpackers Central Hamilton enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. Free parking is available if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a TV in a common area and barbecue grills.
Parking included
Free WiFi
Haka House Taupo

Haka House Taupo

4 out of 5
56 Kaimanawa Street Taupo
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$53 nightly
The price is $62 total per night
$62 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
Guests of Haka House Taupo enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. A multilingual staff is on hand to assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, free newspapers, and a terrace.
Parking included
Free WiFi
Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel

Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel

4 out of 5
26 Ngawaka Place Turangi
Free Cancellation
$37 nightly
The price is $43 total per night
$43 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and microwave in a common area. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, access to locker space, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this hot springs hostel include a refrigerator in a common area, a computer station, and express check-in.
Parking included
Free WiFi
Tatahi Cove - Hostel

Tatahi Cove - Hostel

2 out of 5
9 GRANGE ROAD Hahei
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$81 nightly
The price is $94 total per night
$94 total
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Total with taxes and fees
Tatahi Cove - Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Other amenities at this adults-only hostel include a refrigerator in a common area, laundry facilities, and a garden.
Parking included
Free WiFi
Based by the Lake - Hostel

Based by the Lake - Hostel

2 out of 5
7 Tuwharetoa Street Taupo North Island
Guests of Based by the Lake - Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Staff members are on hand to provide luggage storage and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Other amenities at this hot springs hostel include free newspapers, laundry facilities, and a vending machine.
Free WiFi
Restaurant
YHA Waitomo, Juno Hall

YHA Waitomo, Juno Hall

600 Waitomo Caves Rd Waitomo Caves Waikato
Built in 2023, the brand new YHA Waitomo, Juno Hall features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and an outdoor tennis court. There's free parking and a free area shuttle. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with access to locker space, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area.
Pool
Pet friendly
Tidewater Motel and Tourist Park - Hostel

Tidewater Motel and Tourist Park - Hostel

2 out of 5
270 Tiki Rd Coromandel Waikato
$90 nightly
The price is $104 total per night
$104 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
Guests of Tidewater Motel and Tourist Park - Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Free parking is available if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a communal living room, and a garden.
Parking included
Free WiFi
BoBs Hostel

BoBs Hostel

2 out of 5
CNR Tuwharetoa & Tongario Street Taupo
BoBs Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include free newspapers, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Breakfast included
Free WiFi
Turtle Cove Accommodation - Hostel

Turtle Cove Accommodation - Hostel

1 out of 5
14 Bryce Street Whitianga
Guests of Turtle Cove Accommodation - Hostel enjoy features like coffee in a common area, a terrace and laundry facilities. Limited parking is available. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables and luggage storage. Other amenities at this hot springs hostel include a TV in a common area, a picnic area, and a garden.
Laundry
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Hostels

Book a hostel in Waikato
Life is an adventure, and you can experience it all—without breaking the bank. Don’t ignore your free spirit when you travel: stay spontaneous with hostels in Waikato. They’re flexible, fun and never have a dull moment, just like you. Plus, the budget friendly nature of a hostel means you can stay longer and check out everything Waikato has to offer.

Find your tribe and maximize your good times at Waikato hostels. Backpackers, students, and young travelers flock to hostels for their community feel. They’re a great place to meet fellow travel junkies from all over the world and make new friends that will help you get the most out of Waikato.

Hostels let you really see Waikato
A hostel is your ticket to a great trip in Waikato. Some include private rooms, while others offer double beds or bunk beds, so your whole crew can split the cost. If you’re traveling alone, hostels are the perfect way to find your Waikato family and maybe even pick up a trail buddy.  

Youth hostels in Waikato are the best way to see the sights without losing your savings. Perks can include free Wi-Fi, free breakfast, and options for private rooms and bathrooms. Some hostels also include common areas where you can cook and share meals together, reheat leftovers, or just gather around to swap stories. The manager is likely a local who will be able to suggest new spots in Waikato for you to visit. Take your new best friends and get going. Waikato isn’t going to explore itself.

Waikato Hostels essential information

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14 Hostels
Lowest Price
$43
Highest Price
$104
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Backpackers Central Hamilton, Haka House Taupo, Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel, Tatahi Cove - Hostel, Based by the Lake - Hostel, YHA Waitomo, Juno Hall, Tidewater Motel and Tourist Park - Hostel, BoBs Hostel, Turtle Cove Accommodation - Hostel

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