As we were away for 7 weeks we mixed our accommodation as founds don't last forever, our room was en-suit on the ground floor car parked outside the staff were brilliant nothing to much trouble their knowledge of the area was first class and precise, we took the ferry over to Russell there wasn't a great deal to do we... More

I stated here four nights and found it pleasant and well run. Set back from the beach frontage in a quiet location I wish I had stayed longer and will definitely return. Although small with a matching sized kitchen it was well run by the pleasant helpful staff. All rooms are en suite with an additional shower/wc downstairs off the... More

A very comfortable hostel with immaculate en suite double rooms, a large and well equipped kitchen, friendly living room with a good selection of videos and DVDs, outdoor terrace for dining and drinking and very friendly staff. Can't fault it.

We stayed in a double room which turned out to be ensuite :) Towels were included but there was no tv. The kitchen is quite big and handy, there is also a terrace to eat outside. The staff are very friendly. there is also a carpark and the hostel is literally 5mn from the beach ! Within a 15mn walk,... More

We stayed in this YHA because we booked a dolphin tour and we had a good time. The hostel is clean, and we stayed in the outside "lodge" with the 3 of us. 2 others were in the same lodge which even had it's own shower. Nothing fancy or special here, but just OK. We arrived late and because we... More

Staff friendly and helpful, clean kitchen and room ensuite facilities. Good location, close to beach and shops. Free wifi. Only problem was the rooms were very small. We stayed in a 4 bed room and there wasn't enough room for stuff and people. I would stay there again and recommend it for you're stay in Paihia.

We travel to NZ regularly and often access the YHA network.We found this hostel to be everything we needed.Kitchen was regularly cleaned and occupants were co-operative in the use of facilities.Some swap recipes or goods.The hostel has a spice rack which is useful and there is a countdown supermarket nearby where you can purchase reasonably priced food.We would recommend the... More

This is my first time staying at a YHA and I was very impressed. I will stay at more and I suggest becoming a member for future discounts at other YHAs. This place was very clean, safe and comfortable. The kitchen is very organized and clean and you look forward to making yourself a meal. The lounge feels like my... More

Rooms small but very clean and comfortable with ensuite. I found the staff friendly and helpful, especially Milo. Kitchen very well equipped nice touch having the packet herbs and spices provided. Lovely communal area where I meet some lovely overseas visitors.