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Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel with fitness center and bar/lounge

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Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel

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Bar (on property)
Sundeck
Front of property
Basic Suite, 1 Bedroom (Twin en-suite) | Free WiFi
Lobby

Overview of Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel

Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • BarBarBar
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • GymGymGym
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included

Explore the area

Map
3330, Taupo, 65 Heuheu Street
  • Popular LocationTaupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre5 min walk
  • Popular LocationTaupo Marina and Boat Ramp10 min walk
  • Popular LocationTaupo Hot Springs6 min drive
  • AirportTaupo (TUO)9 min drive
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Room options

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (8 bed standard dorm)

Free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (8 bed standard dorm)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (6 bed standard dorm)

Free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (6 bed standard dorm)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Basic Suite, 1 Bedroom (Twin en-suite)

Basic Suite, 1 Bedroom (Twin en-suite) | Free WiFi

Basic Suite, 1 Bedroom (Twin en-suite)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Free WiFi

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4 bed standard dorm)

Free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4 bed standard dorm)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Basic Suite, 1 Bedroom (Double en-suite)

Basic Suite, 1 Bedroom (Double en-suite) | Free WiFi

Basic Suite, 1 Bedroom (Double en-suite)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory (4 bed en-suite)

Free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory (4 bed en-suite)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory (6 bed en-suite)

Basic Shared Dormitory (6 bed en-suite) | Free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory (6 bed en-suite)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Basic Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Basic Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Taupo

Located in Taupo, Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel is in the city center. Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp and Golf Club Taupo are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Spa Thermal Park and A.C. Baths. Waipahihi Botanical Gardens and Taupo Hot Springs are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing.
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What's nearby

  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 5 min walk
  • Taupo Museum and Art Gallery - 7 min walk
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 10 min walk
  • Spa Thermal Park - 3 min drive
  • Taupo Hot Springs - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 4 min walk
  • Dixie Brown's - 5 min walk
  • Master of India - 1 min walk
  • Finn Maccuhal's Irish Pub - 4 min walk
  • Plateau - 3 min walk

About this property

Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel

Hostel in the city center
Take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities, and a bar at Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a TV in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • Free newspapers, a billiards/pool table, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 2 PM - 7:00 PM and 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: 2-percent of room rate for check-in between 7:00 PM and 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: 2-percent of room rate for check-in between 7:00 PM and 2:00 PM

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, 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

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Taupo Urban Retreat Hostel
Taupo Urban Retreat
Taupo Urban Retreat
Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel Taupo
Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel?

Check-in is from 2 PM–7:00 PM, and from 2:00 PM–7:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 7:00 PM– 2:00 PM for a fee of 2%.

What time is check-out at Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel located?

Located in the heart of Taupo, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Lake Taupo. Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp are also within 15 minutes.

Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 114 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its not what we expected
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was exactly what we needed. the instructions for late check-in were clear and much appreciated. The sight of complimentary earplugs on the nightstand made me a bit nervous, but it was surprisingly peaceful when we stayed (mid week)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff were so friendly and helpful. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Because it was in the middle of town and the room was nice and warm when i got back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Annie, NZ

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central hostel, clean and tidy with excellent staff help, close to food outlets. Not very sound proof but it wasn’t noisy the night I was there and a good sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to town, easy access to rooms, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really lovely and helpful staff. We stayed in a private double room with views out over the lake. It was clean and comfortable and perfectly located to walk to most places we wanted to visit. For a Backpackers it was in great condition and we enjoyed ourselves thoroughly. Free all day parking across the road.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020