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Taringatura Backpackers

Property class: 1

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A rural property with two white wooden sheds, a small tree with white blossoms, and a gravel path leading to a metal barrel.
A bedroom with a large bed, a painting on the wall, and a view of a garden through a sliding door.
A spacious room with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, and a large window.
A compact kitchen with a coffee machine, a stove, and a sink. There is a window providing natural light, and a dining area with a red chair and a table.
A gravel path leading to a building with a barbecue area.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$119
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug

Explore the area

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809 S Hillend-Dipton Rd, Dipton West, Southland, 9791
  • Place, Otakaro Park
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Place, Classic Motorcycle Mecca
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Place, Civic Theatre
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Airport, Invercargill (IVC)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Garden View

A neatly made bed with a green floral bedspread, a white towel, and a brown blanket. There is a wooden nightstand with a lamp and a radiator beside the bed. Two framed pictures are hung on the wall above the bed.

Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Basic Cabin, Mixed Dorm, Garden View

A small, single-bed room with a radiator, a blue mattress, and a floral-patterned bedspread.

Basic Cabin, Mixed Dorm, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Single Bunk Beds

About the area

Dipton West

At Taringatura Backpackers you'll be in the vicinity of Croydon Aircraft Company. Highlights at this hostel include in-room balconies. .Enjoy access to hiking/biking trails and archery. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and a picnic area. There's also the convenience of free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Otakaro Park - 56 min drive - 59.7 km
  • Burt Munro - 58 min drive - 61.5 km
  • E Hayes & Sons - 58 min drive - 61.1 km
  • Classic Motorcycle Mecca - 59 min drive - 61.5 km
  • Civic Theatre - 59 min drive - 61.4 km

Getting around

  • Invercargill (IVC) - 48 min drive

About this property

Taringatura Backpackers

Taringatura Backpackers offers its guests a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Dipton West hostel.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Taringatura Backpackers offers 5 accommodations. Rooms open to balconies. Full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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 only accepts cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property only accepts cash.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Taringatura Backpackers Dipton West
Taringatura Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Taringatura Backpackers?

Yep, Taringatura Backpackers has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Taringatura Backpackers?

As of 13 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Taringatura Backpackers on 14 Aug 2026 start from NZ$119, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Taringatura Backpackers?

The closest beach to Taringatura Backpackers is Oreti Beach (51.2 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Taringatura Backpackers?

No, Taringatura Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Taringatura Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Taringatura Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.

Taringatura Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
A unique property, very dated. The camp facitlies were well worn but comfortable, except for the beds which were totally worn out and in nedd of replacement
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Het heeft een hele leuke vibe, vooral de veranda is leuk. De staat van de accommodatie is wel wat verouderd, maar daar is de prijs ook naar. Sla deze plek niet over.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nathan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025