YHA Gisborne is a perfect hostel for backpackers who love the sun. The hostel exudes a warm atmosphere perfect for unwinding and relaxing. They have spacious grounds, free parking lot, and a well-equipped kitchen. In case you want some takeaways, you can just go over the road to visit some cafes. If you opt for some adventure, you can visit tourist spots as well. With its near location from the surfing beaches, it is truly a backpacker’s haven.

Cozy yet affordable bed

Whether you are in a group or a solo backpacker, YHA Gisborne has a variety of choices for you. Aside from the room, they also give you access to their facilities. These are the internet connection, laundry station, and BBQ to name a few. Below are their accommodation options:

• Double and Bunk Bed Private Ensuite
• Double Private
• Twin Single Private
• Single Private
• 5 Bed Multishare Mixed
• 5 Bed Multishare Male
• 6 Bed Multishare Female
• 10 Bed Multishare Mixed

A thrilling adventure in Gisborne

A number of activities can be done if you’re in YHA Gisborne hostel. You can experience and enjoy the following during your stay:

• Witness the astonishing view over Gisborne and Poverty Bay
• Be the first in the world to watch the sunrise in Wainui Beach
• Observe Maori culture in Marae
• Feed stingrays in Dive Tatapouri
• Try the natural rockslide in Rere

Be a member!

You can save a lot on your pocket money if you become a YHA Gisborne member. You can get discounts on accommodation, transports, activity operators and retails stores. Not only that but if you are below 18 years and a New Zealand resident, you can avail their youth membership card for free. To sign up, just visit their website or call their Membership Services Team.

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Harbourside City Backpackers is just a minute walk from the bus station and just around downtown Tauranga. Its accessibility is a perfect place for backpackers. Plus, you get to enjoy the waterfront views of the harbor. Also, being in the heart of the city, it is a place surrounded by bars and cafes. From attractions to the city proper, they are at the center of everything!

The Accommodation and Facilities

Harbourside City Backpackers offers safe and affordable accommodation. Whether you are traveling alone, with a partner, or with a group, they can accommodate you. They offer rooms that guarantee comfort and a beautiful view. There are common areas as well that promotes socializing with other guests. You can make use of the large kitchen space and an indoor and outdoor lounge, where you can meet, eat, play, or chat with the guests and the Harbourside team.

If you want to go around, they recommend cycling. The Harbourside offers free rental of bicycles. Or you can take the local bus, just ask the reception to book your bus tickets.

Socialize and feel at home on comfy rooms

Their rooms are exceptional especially those on the second floor with a huge balcony that will give you remarkable views. They have rooms for solo and large group travelers. Stay at the room of your choice. Choose from their dorm rooms to twins and doubles with or without a private bathroom. Of course, they offer them at an affordable price. It is a perfect place to mingle and be friends with other travelers. On top of that, they will make sure that you will have a memorable stay at our place. Thus, they will share with you educational information about the Tauranga and the Bay of Plenty area.

Discover Tauranga at the Bay of Plenty

For your adventures, they have local service to take you around the town. Bay of Plenty has a number of activities to offer. You can swim with the dolphins in the wild, be mesmerized by thousands of glow worms at a canyon, or surf on the beach. You can also experience skydiving with highly trained and skilled tandem masters, and many more. You can surely maximize your stay in Tauranga. And of course, end your day at a cozy and relaxing room offered to you by Harbourside City Backpackers.

Looking for a job?

If you plan for a longer stay while looking for a job, they can help you with that. Along with their sister hotel, Pacific Coast Lodge and Backpackers, they have a huge database dedicated for hiring officials around the town. All you have to do is to stay at Harbourside and they will recommend you to people for free. Make sure that you secure a valid working permit, IRD number, and bank account handy to legally work in New Zealand.

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Budget-friendly and cozy hostel

Apple Tree Backpackers offers you budget-friendly accommodations. You can find them near the beautiful Mt. Maunganui and the wonderful beaches of Tauranga. They just recently refurbish their establishment to give you a fresh and comfy vacation. Not to mention, cleanliness plays a big part in their quality service. Thus, expect to have a relaxing and home-feel stay in their hostel.

Apple Tree Backpackers is the best pick!

At Apple Tree Backpackers, they have a lot to offer to complement your stay. Chill out on their outdoor lawn whilst you adore the mesmerizing harbor backdrop. Also, enjoy the unlimited 24-hour use of their high-speed internet service. Plus, they offer free parking so you don’t need to worry about your vehicles. They are bike-friendly so you can move around the place with ease. In Apple Tree Backpackers, everything is just within your reach. They are close to beaches, restaurants, and a lot more establishments. Such an accessible location with a peaceful and a perfect place to unwind without being miles away from the city.

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The Sleeping Giant is a hostel based in a villa that has loads of character and is extremely comfortable. Due to its age, it boasts large rooms, high ceilings and a homely feel.

Hostel in Hastings Central

Hastings is a great working stop and we are close to supermarkets, bars, cafes and restaurants, everything you need for your working holiday.

Being central we’re very close to various workplaces such as vineyards, orchards, and factories. Consequently, the hostel has a very good reputation and relationship with various businesses for supplying good employers.

Some of or Backpacker Amenities 

 Wi-Fi

 Van sites

 Off Street Parking

 Double, Twin, Dorm rooms

 Seasonal work introductions

 Sports and Movie channels

 Large courtyard/ BBQ area

 Full Laundry and Kitchen Facilities

 Pool table and cards room

 Female Dorms

 Landline Telephone

 Storage facilities

 Bicycles

Currently (July 2020) the rate are $130 per week for Dorms. This includes free ultrafast Wi-Fi

Information about Hastings

Hastings is a big settlement in the Hawke’s Bay of New Zealand. It’s also a great place to enjoy the outdoors, with amazing beaches, cycling trails and walking paths, and impressive landmarks including Te Mata Peak. Here is more information about Hastings

Stay at the Sleeping Giant Backpackers. Can also be seen on our Backpackers in Hastings page.

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