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Base Taupo - Hostel

Property class: 3
Adults-only hotel with restaurant, near Lake Taupō

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Base Taupo - Hostel is just 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from the airport and offers free drop-off service (available 24 hours). Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Element Cafe and Bar, which serves dinner. There's a nightclub and a bar/lounge, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Internet access
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Nightclub
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Free airport drop-off
  • Ski storage
  • Fitness center
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Computer station

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator

Room options

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Shared Dormitory (4 beds) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), individually furnished

Shared Dormitory (4 beds)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (4 beds) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), individually furnished

Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (4 beds)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Bathroom

Basic Double Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), individually furnished

Double Room, Ensuite

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ensuite | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), individually furnished

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Ensuite

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Shared Dormitory, Women only (Sanctuary) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), individually furnished

Superior Shared Dormitory, Women only (Sanctuary)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (6 beds) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), individually furnished

Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (6 beds)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), individually furnished

Shared Dormitory (6 beds)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
7 Tuwharetoa Street, Taupo, 3330

What's nearby

  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • beach near Taupō Central - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • beach near Kaimanawa Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 12 min drive
  • Free airport drop-off

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Crafty TROUT Brewing Co. - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Huka Honey Hive - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Japan Deli - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Heli Cafe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Base Taupo - Hostel

  • Base Taupo - Hostel is just 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from the airport and offers free drop-off service (available 24 hours). Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Element Cafe and Bar, which serves dinner. There's a nightclub and a bar/lounge, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 42 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The property charges 2.19 percent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 18
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • WiFi in public areas*
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free offsite parking within 164 ft
    • Street parking available
DONE

Transfers

    • Free airport drop off on request (available 24 hours)*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • Free reception

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2008
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • Nightclub

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Stay connected

  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Dishwasher

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

Element Cafe and Bar - This restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in public areas for an extra charge
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.19 percent

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Property class

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

Also known as

Base Backpacker Hostel
Base Backpacker Taupo
Base Hostel Taupo
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Base Taupo Backpacker
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Base Taupo Hostel Backpacker
Taupo Backpacker
Taupo Base
Taupo Base Hostel
Base Taupo Hostel / Backpacker
Base Taupo Hostel
Base Taupo - Hostel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Base Taupo - Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Base Taupo - Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Base Taupo - Hostel?

Yes, a free shuttle to the airport is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Base Taupo - Hostel?

You can check in starting at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Base Taupo - Hostel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and kayaking. Enjoy amenities like a nightclub, a fitness center, and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Base Taupo - Hostel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Element Cafe and Bar.

What's the area around Base Taupo - Hostel like?

Base Taupo - Hostel is located on the waterfront in Taupō Central, a short 8-minute walk from Lake Taupō and 7 minutes' walk from Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp.

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