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Wanderlust NZ

Property class: 5 and above

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A deck with wooden chairs and tables overlooking a marina with boats. - Wanderlust NZ (Tauranga)
Two individuals seated at a wooden table with a view of the sea and boats in the background. - Wanderlust NZ (Tauranga)
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a view of the sea. - Wanderlust NZ (Tauranga)
A staircase with a mural of whales, a wooden ceiling, and a reception area with a counter and a mirror. - Wanderlust NZ (Tauranga)
A building with a sign reading "Wanderlust New Zealand" and "Hostel St. Amant." - Wanderlust NZ (Tauranga)
Wanderlust NZ provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside table, and a round rug.

Comfort Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bunk bed room with a window, a sink, and a small plant.

Comfort Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a small table, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Tauranga, Wanderlust NZ is in the city center. Tenpin Tauranga and Mount Maunganui Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Baycourt Community & Arts Centre and Fergusson Park. Baywave TECT Aquatic & Leisure Centre and Waimarino Adventure Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Tauranga travel guide
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105 The Strand, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty Region, 3110

What's nearby

  • Tauranga Art Gallery
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tauranga Domain
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Robbins Park
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Elms Mission House
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Memorial Park
    19 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bobby's Fresh Fish Market
    5 min walk
  • The Barrel Room
    1 min walk
  • Folk
    6 min walk
  • Macau
    2 min walk
  • Cafe Versailles
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: NZD 20 per accommodation, 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 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Wanderlust NZ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Wanderlust NZ?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Wanderlust NZ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wanderlust NZ located?

Located in the heart of Tauranga, this hostel is steps from Tauranga Art Gallery and Baycourt Community & Arts Centre. Monmouth Redoubt and Robbins Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Wanderlust NZ Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

10

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
For the needs
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very basic accomodation as expected. Was all I needed for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
フロントの方がとても優しかったです。 私は英語を使うのが難しいですが、気さくに話してくださりました。 タオルや、ソープも置いてあってとても便利でした。
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025