We booked to stay here as a group for the State Ocean Swim. This was our second time staying at the Bay Adventurer and our last. The good - the accommodation is clean & tidy, great location with adequate facilities, BBQ's, pool etc. The bad - unfortunately the manager lacks customer service skills of any kind. We booked a unit... More

The hostel itself is nice enough, rooms are clean and comfortable although the dorm rooms are a bit cramped, the price is average and the location is ok (all the hostels are in the same place though and most are cheaper than here!) Everything about this place though is overshadowed by the miserable, bordering on aggressive staff. I've never had... More

We stayed in an ensuite studio room at $107 per night for 3 of us - had a double bed with a single bunk on top, kitchen, sofa, table and chairs and a lovely bathroom with a good shower. Everything very clean. The only negatives would be: No toaster, and poorly equipped cupboards in kitchen - although this didn't really... More

We were a large group of 14, including grandparents & teenagers. The apartments were comfortable & clean . Our teenagers loved the casual outdoor ambience in the evenings, compared to the "stuffy" hotels we usually stay in. You just need to request for your extra requirements of sheets/towels before 9pm as there is no service after that. More

I arrived on a Friday night at the end of the busy christmas period. My first 3 choices of accommodation in Paihia were booked up so I settled for this one after a decent review in the Lonely Planet. The lonely planet was written at least 4 years ago though which is enough time for accommodation to turn BAD-O. The... More

I've stayed here several times and thought it was about time to post a positive review. Always a friendly laid back feeling. I stayed in the double room which has a bunk bed with a double bed and single on top. Comfiest bed ever in a backpackers! Especially great after a long day out in the sun and sea. Our... More

I stayed in the Bay adventurer for 2 nights on 30th November and 1st December 2010, in a 6-bed female dorm. Room: wasn't that big, though there was a cupboard in which to put everyone's bags, and you could lock your space (locks not provided). The room was clean and the bed sheets laundry fresh, mattress and pillow comfy. Bathrooms:... More

We stayed at Bay Adventurer for a few days. Nice accomodation, clean kitchen and a lounge to watch movies or TV. It was possible to use mountenbikes to tour around the Bay. You van even use a kayak for free. The owners are really nice, they even sent us an item we forgot at their hostel, for free! Great place... More

Visited in February with my Daughter and Son In Law and had the two bedroom apartment with balcony at the front. This was my first experience in a Backpackers but at 53 years of age it will definately not be my last! Ideally placed near bars, lovely pool and Hot Tub and brilliant facilities for 'proper' backpackers who need laundry/cooking... More