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Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel

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

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Taupo Urban Retreat offers travelers a lively base with practical amenities. Enjoy free in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and a bar for socializing after exploring. The on-site gym, bike rentals, barbecue grills, and luggage storage complete the experience.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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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

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

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 (Double en-suite)

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

Basic Suite, 1 Bedroom (Double en-suite)

Highlights

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

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

Map
65 Heuheu Street, Taupo, 3330

What's nearby

  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Spa Thermal Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Vine Eatery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dixie Brown's Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fast and Fresh Bakery Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Cozy Corner - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Taupo Urban Retreat - Hostel

Hostel near Lake Taupō
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, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and free newspapers
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

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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

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

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 staffed during limited hours
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

Front desk (limited hours)

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

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

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