Should I stay in a hostel in North Island?

If you're searching for a low-cost place to stay in North Island, one of its 122 hostels could be a great choice. By staying at a hostel you can reduce your spending on accommodations and set aside more of your trip funds for going out during your vacation. You can find local tours and other activities in this destination, while the cafés offer plenty of opportunities to treat your taste buds.

These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few forms, but they have three main qualities in common, including budget prices, a social setting, and shared rooms (though many have private options too).

What are the best hostels in North Island?

You may be able to find reasonable prices at these North Island accommodations, which have good reviews from our guests: Novotel Auckland Airport - Property features at this campground include free WiFi, free parking, and an arcade/game room. Rydges Wellington - You can take advantage of free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities at this motel.

What is there to see and do in North Island?

Generally, North Island is known for its cafés, restaurants, and local tours. Major attractions include Lake Karapiro. Get out into nature with places like Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Cathedral Cove, and Piha Beach. Cultural attractions include Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand), Tamaki Maori Village, and Auckland War Memorial Museum.

What's the best way to get around North Island?

You'll find the closest airport in Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.), 27.1 mi (43.6 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional), which is 38.2 mi (61.4 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to use public transit to get around. To check out more of the area, hop on a train at Pukekohe Station, Papakura Station, or Takanini Station.

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: If you’re searching for a low-cost place to stay in North Island, one of its 122 hostels could be a great choice. By staying at a hostel you can reduce your spending on accommodations and set aside more of your trip funds for going out during your vacation. You can find local tours and other activities in this destination, while the cafés offer plenty of opportunities to treat your taste buds.
: These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few forms, but they have three main qualities in common, including budget prices, a social setting, and shared rooms (though many have private options too).
: You may be able to find reasonable prices at these North Island accommodations, which have good reviews from our guests: Novotel Auckland Airport - Property features at this campground include free WiFi, free parking, and an arcade/game room. Rydges Wellington - You can take advantage of free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities at this motel.
: Generally, North Island is known for its cafés, restaurants, and local tours. Major attractions include Lake Karapiro. Get out into nature with places like Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Cathedral Cove, and Piha Beach. Cultural attractions include Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand), Tamaki Maori Village, and Auckland War Memorial Museum.
: You’ll find the closest airport in Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.), 27.1 mi (43.6 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional), which is 38.2 mi (61.4 km) away. Once you’re on the ground, you might want to use public transit to get around. To check out more of the area, hop on a train at Pukekohe Station, Papakura Station, or Takanini Station.

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