Backpackers
Low cost, urban accommodation for the traveller
Taupo has range of back packing styled accommodation, from downtown locations to a stay in the country.
A Backpackers is an ideal option for the student explorer, backpacker or general traveller. The hostels are a great way to find out local information about the town facilities, the tours available and the great tourist spots you must see while you are visiting Taupo. Some of the Backpacker Hostels may have a bar and food facility where food maybe purchased.
Hostels and backpacker accommodation is available to fit your budget and your expectations. Backpackers offer you shortstay low cost accommodation and its the opportunity to meet new people from other countries and experience authentic local culture. For the globe trotting traveller hostel type accommodation, emphasises the fun of communal life.
Backpack Lake Taupo
Travelling on a budget?
Check out the option available on line. Where to stay what to do it's all on the Backpack LAke Taupo website. Click on our Skydiving shot for more info.
Free things to do
Plenty of fresh ideas
From the famous Huka Falls to some beautiful scenic bushwalking the Lake Taupo region has plenty to do that doesn't cost you anything but time.
Scenic Highlights
World Class natural assets
Hand on heart, the Lake Taupo region is simply stunningly beautiful. Don't just take our word for it though check out our scenic highlights.
Base Taupo
Comfortable beds with warm duvets, ensuite shares, self catering kitchen, off street parking, central heating, laundry, bike hire, BBQ, booking office, fishing rod hire, quiet yet handy location with free pick up in Taupo, sauna and hi speed internet.
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- +64 7 377 4464
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- taupo@stayatbase.com
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- www.stayatbase.com
Go Global Central Backpackers
Taupos most central backpackers. Secure & clean facilities include, Kitchen , Lounge, Digital Sky TV and Laundry. Onsite facilities include Irish theme pub, Cafe, Family restaurant and casino. All rooms heated and most have TV's. 200 metres from the lake.
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- +64 7 377 0044
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- +64 7 377 0059
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- info@go-global.co.nz
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- www.go-global.co.nz
MicroTel Taupo
The new MicroTel Taupo offers a wide range of affordable compact luxury accommodation. Facilities range from self-contained units sleeping 2-4, twin and single studios, dorm rooms with own bathroom. Communal kitchen and lounge, spa and sauna available.
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- +64 7 376 9290
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- taupo@microtel.co.nz
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- www.microtel.co.nz
Rainbow Lodge Backpackers Retreat
5 mins walk to town centre.Communal ensuite bathrooms, lounge and dining. Heated rooms, games room, bike/fishing rod hire, laundry. Courtesy pickup from transport terminals. BBH discounts apply.
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- +64 7 378 5754
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- +64 7 377 1548
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- rainbowlodge@clear.net.nz
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- www.rainbowlodge.co.nz
A PLus Lodge
For TONGARIRO ALPINE CROSSING, skiing, snow boarding, trout fishing. Quiet location, large relaxing gardens, large professional kitchen, internet and bike hire. Economical, clean & tidy room, fully fenced, off street parking.
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- +64 7 386 8979
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- +64 7 386 8979
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- apluslodge@xtra.co.nz
Tiki Lodge
Spa pool, Email café, laundry, disabled facilities, TV lounge, DVD, covered car parking, BBQ, lake views. 72 beds - Double/twin, quad & dorm rooms - most with ensuites.
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- +64 7 377 4545
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- +64 7 377 4585
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- stay@tikilodge.co.nz
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- www.tikilodge.co.nz
Silver Fern Lodge
Silver Fern Lodges is situated in beautiful Lake Taupo and is an upmarket hostel offering modern motel style accommodation at affordable backpacker rates - also known as ‘Flashpackers’!
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- +64 7 377 4929
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- +64 7 377 1429
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- info@taupo-accommodation.co.nz
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- www.taupo-accommodation.co.nz
Action Downunder YHA
Modern purpose built backpackers located just 3 blocks back from the lakefront, bus station, bars and cafes. Free pick up from bus station. Spacious open plan hostel with stunning mountain and lake views. Rooms open onto large sunny decks.
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- +64 7 378 3311
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- +64 7 378 9612
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- yhataupo@xtra.co.nz
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- www.laketaupo.com
Stag Park
11 studio units.
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- +64 7 378 6403
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- +64 7 378 9595
Taupo Central Backpackers
Located 20m from lakefront, in the heart of Taupo township. Communal kitchen, terrace balcony, BBQ, funky Trout bar. Bathroom and TV in each double room. VIP discounts apply.
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- +64 7 378 3206
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- +64 7 378 0344
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- taupocentral@xtra.co.nz