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Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, near Lake Taupō

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Outdoor pool
Property grounds
Interior entrance
Dining
Games room

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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75 Scannell St, Taupo, 3330
  • Spa Thermal Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Taupō Hot Springs
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Huka Falls
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

5 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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8 Bed Dorm

8 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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4 Bed Dorm

4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

6 Bed Dorm 1

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

3 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

6 Bed Dorm 2

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Taupō

At Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel you'll be 1.5 km (1 mi) from Lake Taupō and 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Taupō Hot Springs. Highlights at this hostel include an outdoor swimming pool, free self-parking and a free airport shuttle. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area and free newspapers in the lobby. There's also the convenience of a free area shuttle. .With a stay at this Taupō Central hostel, you'll be 6.6 km (4.1 mi) from Huka Falls.
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What's nearby

  • Spa Thermal Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A.C. Baths - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Huka Falls - 7 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Embra - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Piccolo - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jolly Good Fellows - English Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Replete Food Company - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Wild Bean Cafe - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel

Hostel with free parking, near Lake Taupō
As a guest of Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel, you'll find an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. A roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and An area shuttle are free. Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel also features a garden, a picnic area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

This Taupō hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel offers 17 accommodations with a safe. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 11 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 20.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 accepts credit cards
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Berkenhoff Lodge Taupo
Berkenhoff Taupo
Berkenhoff
Berkenhoff Lodge
Berkenhoff Lodge Hostel Taupo
Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel Taupo
Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Taupo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel?

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

Is parking available at Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel?

Yep, Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel has a free self car park.

Does Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel have a pool?

Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel has an outdoor pool.

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

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request.

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

Check-in begins at 11 AM. Check-out time is 9:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value

The room didn’t look the greatest but the bathroom was sparkling clean and the fun atmosphere of the place was very nice. Overall I think it was great value.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

EUNJI

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Igor, Brisbane

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very authentic place with unique atmosphere, highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Anna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value for an overnight stop in Taupo

Stayed in a family room with our baby. Great value close to Taupo centre. Beds ok for one night. Love the big kitchen. Friendly owners. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Private and quiet.Clean and friendly also good parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very unique and welcoming. I found the bed quite uncomfortable, but I was not expecting luxury, so, in balance, this was not bad. I really liked that the operator had put the heater on in our room. This kind of service is what makes a difference. My grandson loved the games room and rated the lodge as the best accommodation of our 10 trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, their individual rooms are basic and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Their facilites are quite dirty, shoddy, very run down.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lodge is quirky and Brett is an excellent host.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Evan

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly host and helpful staff; fast and efficient check-in and check-out; fast wifi and full coverage of the property.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great. Bed was comfortable and shower pressure excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

DK, New Zealand

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The price was great and the location is ideal: close to everything yet quiet at night. It felt like a very nice community for all types of travellers and had a friendly and retro atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staff was friendly and very helpful/informative about the area! Unfortunately the room did not seem to be cleaned properly - there were pills left on the floor, there was hair on the bathroom floor and wall, as well as a half used soap bar also covered in hair... If the room had been cleaned properly I think our overall experience would have been great. A little unfortunate but I guess that’s all part of the travel experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Typical backpacker style accomodation but my private room had an ensuite and there is a pool. The location is a bit out of the way though
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bedding was suprisingly nice for a backpackers !! And our private bathroom was very clean !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

Ashi

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is Okay for backpackers but not ideal for couple
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Good flatisaties, nice that family can have their own room together with bathroom it’s just a shame some of the stayers are loud by talking to each other loudly outside the doors and if they have a shower late or early in the morning you it’s a bit of a pain
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this place...quiet, welcoming and very reasonably priced. Awesome friendly helpful host. Cant wait to come again. Thanks Brett so enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hostel for the value, close to city as well. Reception was friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018