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Mount Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in Tauranga, near Mount Maunganui

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Interior
Lobby
Exterior
Dining
Double or Twin Room (Tri-Bunk)

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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87 Maunganui Road, Tauranga, 3116
  • Place, Pilot Bay Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Hot Pools
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Maunganui
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 12 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double or Twin Room (Tri-Bunk)

Double or Twin Room (Tri-Bunk)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bed in 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the area

Tauranga

Mount Backpackers places you steps from The Mount Mainstreet and within a short 5-minute stroll of Bay of Plenty. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a terrace. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. .Near this Mount Maunganui hostel, you'll find Mount Maunganui.
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What's nearby

  • Pilot Bay Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mount Hot Pools - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Blake Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Mount Maunganui - 6 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Tauranga Domain - 8 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rice Rice Baby - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Barrio Brothers - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Latitude 37 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gratitude Eatery - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Mount Backpackers

Hostel in Tauranga, near Mount Maunganui
As a guest of Mount Backpackers, you'll find a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at Mount Backpackers.

This Tauranga hostel is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Mount Backpackers offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations, with portable fans. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 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.
  • 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:

  • Cash deposit: NZD 30.00 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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Mount Backpackers Hostel Mount Maunganui
Mount Backpackers Hostel
Mount Backpackers Mount Maunganui
Mount Backpackers Tauranga
Mount Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Mount Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Tauranga

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Mount Backpackers?

Mount Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Mount Backpackers?

Yep, Mount Backpackers is a short 5-minute walk from Maunganui Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing.

Is there a spa on site at Mount Backpackers?

No, there is no spa at this property. Mount Hot Pools is a short 8-minute walk away.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mount Backpackers?

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

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

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Mount Backpackers?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Mount Backpackers Reviews

8.2

Very good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 30 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Parker

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Declan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everywhere very nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Marc

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Meda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, good price. Bit noisy and has student house vibe
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Melvin

Liked: Staff & service
Close proximity to the beach
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the friendliness of the people who stay and work there. From Rob calling me to check that I was still coming to stay and waiting till I arrived to chexk me in, to the other residents making it feel like a home away from home. I will be back again next year to stay for work. 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

Exactly what I expected and more

It’s a hostel in the centre of Mount Maunganui, so you’re going to get noise from the bars, clubs on its doorstep. But that’s totally expected, so the loud music from the club downstairs on the Friday night I stayed was no issue whatsoever. The hostel itself is great, staff are super friendly and helpful, the kitchen has all you need and there’s a nice relaxed vibe. The location is amazing for the Main Street and all it has to offer in shop, bars and restaurants. The main beach is a 5 min walk so you’re spoiled for choice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Francis, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tidy bedrooms and clean toilets. Kitchen and lounge reasonable in size relative to the maximum capacity of the backpackers. Approachable, accommodating and friendly staff. I was able to choose my own bunk bed. Good wee community of backpackers, all we’re friendly and welcoming. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
central location. friendly & efficient staff. room & premises is cleaner than most hostel type accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice hostel

Nice hostel but a little small for the amount of people. Rooms were a bit cramped. Clean and good location so good for a couple of days.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good for the price

Kitchen was clean, communal bathrooms are clean, friendly staff, good location, rooms were a tad bit old, but clean. Reasonable for the price. The staff was incredible. Katie, at reception, was gracious enough to even loan me her coat.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Joshua

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

Great location! Great Vibe!

I could have stayed here for a long time! It’s a hostel. So it’s what you’d expect from a hostel. Busy rooms (I was in a 16 person room) but the people were all so nice. It’s clean enough for a hostel. You’re right in the centre of everything and beach is amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Jo, UK

Convenient location close to Mount Maunganui, the beach, and lots of cafes and restaurants. The accommodation itself was okay, it is a hostel so you get what it says on the tin; it was quite noisy at night but there is a 11pm curfew.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
A simple, friendly backbackers in a great location. The beds mattresses were very soft and therefore I didn't sleep the best, but the room was cozy and it was nice to have bedding provided and not staying in a sleeping bag like I expected
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ally, New Zealand - Hawkes Bay

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Jane, New Zealand - Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great cafes and nightlife all in the vicinity

8/10 Good

Phil, New Zealand - Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Facilities: Everyday, Unpretentious; Value: Inexpensive, Economical; Service: Professional, Friendly, Courteous; Everything an easy walk away

8/10 Good

Scott, New Zealand - Waikato

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Nice ; Value: Bargain; Service: Friendly; Cleanliness: Neat;

8/10 Good

CID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Sehr zentral gelegen, trotz vollerBelegung im Dorm war es relativ ruhig
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020