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The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

2.0 star property
A peaceful garden retreat with airport convenience, where travelers can park for free and find space to unwind after their journey

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The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers is minutes from the airport, offering a quiet garden setting with an outdoor entertainment area. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, billiards, or explore the nearby nature reserve for a refreshing travel break.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Family Studio Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Studio Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Mountain view

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Family Studio Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Studio Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Mountain view

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Deluxe Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
Netflix
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Garden view

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Economy Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Garden view

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Garden view

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Economy Triple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Quadruple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Family Room, Multiple Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory (Bed Only)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Economy Shared Dormitory (Bed Only) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory (Bed Only)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Economy Shared Dormitory (Bed Only) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory (Bed Only)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory (Bed Only)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory (Bed Only)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Family House | Living area

Family House

Highlights

Heating
LED TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
Netflix
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Studio Suite

Highlights

Heating
Mini-fridge
Private bathroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Erua, The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers is near a metro station. Fishers Track and Old Coach Road Bike Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tongariro National Park and Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. Visit our Erua travel guide
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9 Erua Rd, Erua, Manawatu-Wanganui, 3990

What's nearby

  • Tongariro National Park showing a sunset and mountains
    Tongariro National Park
    9 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park
    5 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Fishers Track
    6 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Old Coach Road Bike Trail
    12 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre
    17 min drive - 16.0 miles

Restaurants

  • Schnapps Bar
    5 min drive
  • Macrocarpa Cafe
    4 min drive
  • The Station
    6 min drive
  • Spiral Bar
    5 min drive
  • Camo Kai Takeaway
    5 min drive

About this property

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers

Lodge near a metro station
Consider a stay at The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers and take advantage of a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and an outdoor entertainment area. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Smoke-free premises, a billiards/pool table, and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers have amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Guidebooks and local maps
  • LED light bulbs, communal kitchens, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • 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.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an access code
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

9 Erua Road
The Crossing Backpackers Erua
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers Erua
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers Lodge
The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers Lodge Erua

Frequently asked questions

Is The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM.

What time is check-out at The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers located?

Situated in Erua, this lodge is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Tongariro National Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Fishers Track and Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park. Old Coach Road Bike Trail and Raurimu Spiral are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

The Crossing Lodge and Backpackers Reviews

8.0

Very Good

7.4

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

7.6

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 38 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kitchen was great, didn't go skiing as summer, clean facilities and secure. All in all great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tim and Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We enjoyed our overnight stay. The facilities were sufficient and the online check in worked for us. The wifi was a bit intermittent though unfortunately.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Francois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great budget location for exploring and hiking the park. Kitchen gets busy and was missing spoons (common issue in shared kitchens- we had our own so it wasn’t a problem, somewhat dated and mostly clean. Liked the easy self check-in as well. Not a rowdy or loud hostel- we stayed here with our kids in a family room and had a great sleep and stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and cheap stay. Noisy kids running up and down the hallway (but thats not the accommodations fault.) Easy drive to Whakapapa so good spot! Noisy heater fan in bedroom when it was closed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Hoang

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very affordable, convenient location. Hoping the guests care more about the cleanliness.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ngoc

Not to far from the center. My family likes entertainment area specifically the movies room serect. The first night cold in the room but the staff fixed the issue next day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. It took a little while to get used to the fact that this property is unmanned but it actually worked very well. Check in was easy. The kitchen was well stocked. The shower pressure was great - although the shower is protected only by a curtain so not super private but wasn’t an issue. The bed was comfy. We stayed in a private room which even had a smart tv! Hostel luxury! Would definitely recommend. It is in the middle of nowhere but easy to access Whakapapa village and the other attractions in the area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tamera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property warm rooms easy check in and out
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sampath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall the experience was good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chiranjeevi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and kitchen
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
M
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Cody

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good for price
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jasmine

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the family room because of the heating was excellent, However the backpackers needs staff as there were guest hogging amenties such as moive room and kitch area gets over crowded
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sandeep

Liked: Amenities
Love you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent for what we needed and ok price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nellie

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good the only problem is the internet service is not good in our room bunk bed so low
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Charisse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The water has low pressure dificult to shower but this is the only concern. Everything went well. The rooms are ok and very tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Agata

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately, my stay was very disappointing. The kitchen was often dirty and poorly maintained, and basic utensils like spoons were missing. It was also extremely crowded, mostly because a group of staff members from France were constantly occupying the common areas. They were not polite, did not even say hello, and regularly left a mess behind after cooking. The bathroom was also unclean, and toilet paper was frequently missing, which was very inconvenient. Sleeping in the room was difficult because of constant noise coming from the kitchen. People were having loud gatherings late into the night, making it impossible to rest properly. Overall, the lack of cleanliness, organization, and respect for other guests made this stay very uncomfortable. I would not recommend this place to anyone looking for a quiet and clean accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter W

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You can get into their warm reception area without a key - no problem - but (as there is no receptionist there) keep their phone number handy in case you have a problem signing in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Matthew

My first time here. I decided to stay a night on my way up north. My sleep was not good. There was a machine sound that came on and off nearby keeping me awake; a generator or something. The light from the passageway leaked in the cracks around the door; had to put bags in front to stop the light coming through bottom of door. The mattress seemed like it was not flat and was hard to sleep on; wasn't sure if it was the mattress or an uneven floor, I think the mattress; hard to find a flat spot to sleep on; or maybe it was the bed frame itself. My back didn't feel that great in the morning; didn't get as much sleep as I would have liked. The room I was in was Room 14.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jong

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Not again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Hoang

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Agata

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately, my stay was very disappointing. The kitchen was often dirty and poorly maintained, and basic utensils like spoons were missing. It was also extremely crowded, mostly because a group of staff members from France were constantly occupying the common areas. They were not polite, did not even say hello, and regularly left a mess behind after cooking. The bathroom was also unclean, and toilet paper was frequently missing, which was very inconvenient. Sleeping in the room was difficult because of constant noise coming from the kitchen. People were having loud gatherings late into the night, making it impossible to rest properly. Overall, the lack of cleanliness, organization, and respect for other guests made this stay very uncomfortable. I would not recommend this place to anyone looking for a quiet and clean accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ragavan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

dhruvit

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025