Centabay Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a hot tub, a short walk to Bay of Islands

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Outdoor spa tub
Front of property – evening/night
Library
Basic Shared Dormitory (5 or 6 Bed)
Fridge, microwave

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$90
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept

Explore the area

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27 Selwyn Road, Paihia, Bay of Island, 0200
  • Paihia Wharf
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Paihia Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory (5 or 6 Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Paihia

At Centabay Lodge - Hostel you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Bay of Islands and Paihia Wharf. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a games room and a library. Additionally, you'll find a hot tub, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Paihia hostel include Te Ti Bay and Paihia Beach.

What's nearby

  • Paihia Wharf - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Paihia Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Haruru Falls - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Russell Beach - 27 min drive - 15.4 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Paihia Sports Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Paihia Wharf - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Alfresco's - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Centabay Lodge - Hostel

Hostel with a hot tub, a short walk to Bay of Islands
As a guest of Centabay Lodge - Hostel, you'll find a hot tub, a library, and a terrace. Public spaces have free WiFi. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and an arcade/games room are also featured at Centabay Lodge - Hostel.

This Paihia hostel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Centabay Lodge - Hostel offers 20 accommodations with a hairdryer. This Paihia hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Centabay Lodge Paihia
Centabay Paihia
Centabay
Centabay Lodge
Centabay Lodge - Hostel Paihia
Centabay Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Centabay Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Paihia

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Centabay Lodge - Hostel?

Centabay Lodge - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Centabay Lodge - Hostel?

As of 17 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Centabay Lodge - Hostel on 18 Sept 2025 start from NZ$90.04, 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.

Is parking available at Centabay Lodge - Hostel?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Centabay Lodge - Hostel?

Yep, Centabay Lodge - Hostel is a short 5-minute walk from Paihia Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Centabay Lodge - Hostel?

No, Centabay Lodge - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Centabay Lodge - Hostel?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Centabay Lodge - Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.