Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, near Lake Taupo

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Outdoor pool
Interior entrance
Property grounds
Billiards
In-room safe, free WiFi

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

5 Bed Dorm

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Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

8 Bed Dorm

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Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

4 Bed Dorm

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Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

6 Bed Dorm 1

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Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

3 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

6 Bed Dorm 2

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
75 Scannell St, Taupo, 3330

What's nearby

  • Spa Thermal Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A.C. Baths - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Taupo Hot Springs - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Huka Falls - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Malabar Beyond India - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Embra - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mole & Chicken Restaurant, Cafe & Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel

Hostel near Lake Taupo
Located close to Taupo Hot Springs and Huka Falls, Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel provides a free roundtrip airport shuttle, a garden, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A free area shuttle, bike rentals, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A TV in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and free newspapers
Room features
All guestrooms at Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel boast comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Communal kitchens and heating

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: NZD 20.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Berkenhoff Lodge Taupo
Berkenhoff Taupo
Berkenhoff
Berkenhoff Lodge
Berkenhoff Lodge Hostel Taupo
Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel Taupo
Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Taupo

Frequently asked questions

Does Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 11 AM.

What time is check-out at Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel?

Check-out is at 9:30 AM.

Does Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel located?

Located in Taupō Central, this hostel is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Lake Taupo and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Taupo Hot Springs. Huka Falls is 4.1 mi (6.6 km) away.

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Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10

The room didn’t look the greatest but the bathroom was sparkling clean and the fun atmosphere of the place was very nice. Overall I think it was great value.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

6/10

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

4/10

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10

Very authentic place with unique atmosphere, highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10

Stayed in a family room with our baby. Great value close to Taupo centre. Beds ok for one night. Love the big kitchen. Friendly owners. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10

Private and quiet.Clean and friendly also good parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

6/10

Local simples, pecou um pouco pela limpeza das áreas comuns, porém tem uma boa cama e está situado em uma área muito tranquila da cidade.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10

Very unique and welcoming. I found the bed quite uncomfortable, but I was not expecting luxury, so, in balance, this was not bad. I really liked that the operator had put the heater on in our room. This kind of service is what makes a difference. My grandson loved the games room and rated the lodge as the best accommodation of our 10 trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10

Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10

Friendly staff, their individual rooms are basic and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

4/10

Their facilites are quite dirty, shoddy, very run down.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10

The lodge is quirky and Brett is an excellent host.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10

Very friendly host and helpful staff; fast and efficient check-in and check-out; fast wifi and full coverage of the property.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10

Staff were great. Bed was comfortable and shower pressure excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10

The price was great and the location is ideal: close to everything yet quiet at night. It felt like a very nice community for all types of travellers and had a friendly and retro atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

6/10

The staff was friendly and very helpful/informative about the area! Unfortunately the room did not seem to be cleaned properly - there were pills left on the floor, there was hair on the bathroom floor and wall, as well as a half used soap bar also covered in hair... If the room had been cleaned properly I think our overall experience would have been great. A little unfortunate but I guess that’s all part of the travel experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10

Superbe auberge de jeunesse avec un confort optimal dans les chambres double. On fait tout pour vous et c'est super !!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

6/10

Typical backpacker style accomodation but my private room had an ensuite and there is a pool. The location is a bit out of the way though
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019