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City: AUCKLAND
Name: Fat Camel Hostel and Bar
Address: 38 Fort Street, Downtown Area, Auckland City
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A central location: walking distance to the harbour, inner city shopping and the America's Cup Village. Easy access to their very own Camel Bar ('Third Rock' cafe and bar) and facilities to make your stay all the more enjoyable.

City: CHRISTCHURCH
Name: Stonehurst Backpackers
Address: 241 Gloucester Street, Latimer Square, Christchurch
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It's a five minute walk from Christchurch's central city and its lodging combines quality and economy. It's a 'backpacker's' with facilities that are hard to beat.

City: QUEENSTOWN
Name: Resort Lodge Backpackers Hostel
Address: 6 Henry Street, Queenstown, NZ
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One of Queenstown's newer backpacker's, centrally located but on a quiet street. It's a modern three-storey building with views of the town, a sun-trap terrace with a BBQ, and an outdoor garden area. There are also phones in every room.

City: Te Anau
Name: Te Anau Lakefront backpackers
Address: 48-50 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau 9681, New Zealand
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Te Anau is the gateway town to the Fiordland World Heritage National Park. There are some lovely views of the lake and mountains from our balconies or you can lie in front of the hostel beside the lake to admire the view. Behind the hostel is a BBQ and garden area in which to relax.

We have a luxury spa with massage jets to soothe those aching trampers' muscles. The hostel has a fully equipped community kitchen and self catering units are also available. Dorms are ensuite and all rooms have heaters. There is a lounge for the T.V and video and two other lounges, one with a log fire, 25-disc CD player, piano, guitar, games etc. We have a coin-operated laundry and a drying room. There are card and coin phones available.

City: Auckland
Name: Auckland Central Backpackers
Address: Cnr. Queen St. & Darby, Level 3, 229 Queen Street, Auckland, New Zealand
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Auckland Central Backpackers: winner of the New Zealand Tourism Award for "Best Budget Accommodation" 1999, 1994 & finalist in 1996 & the 1997 Finalist for "Retail".

Go ahead, treat yourself to Auckland's best! Experience Auckland Central Backpackers. We have a broad variety of accommodation for you to choose from; if you wish you can book with us online.

Your holiday probably won't just be here in Auckland and so that's where ACB Travel Centre comes in. We have the best up-to-date information and great exclusive deals. The Travel Centre Crew are NZ Travel & Adventure experts, something you just can't get elsewhere. Advice for the independent traveller, you can get everything you need here - you don't have to pre-purchase your travel before you arrive. For the holiday planner, we can help out as well; contact us on-line and let us help you plan the best holiday - it will make your trip one to remember always.

ACB isn't just a hostel, it's more of a lifestyle, (buy the t-shirt!) We have done our best to provide you with the things you need when you are out and about, full stop. Never closed, we are open 24/7 because we know travellers are living outside of the daily nine-to-five.

City: Auckland
Name: Albert Park Backpackers
Address: 27-31 Victoria Street East, Auckland, New Zealand
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Albert Park Backpackers is situated in the heart of Auckland city, ideally located just 100 metres from Albert Park, Auckland's inner-city oasis.

This is the ideal place to stay while organising your New Zealand experience, just minutes from shops, banks, restaurants, movies, Poste Restante and the Information Centre.

You will be welcomed by friendly cheerful staff who will instantly make you feel at home, and who are keen to help you make the most of your stay in New Zealand.

City: Auckland
Name: Base Auckland
Address: 16-22 Fort Street, Auckland, NZ
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Base Auckland is the cleanest, newest, purpose-built hostel in town. The hostel has 425 beds, ranging from multi-share rooms to doubles and twins with en suite facilities. All beds are made with crisp linen and duvets and there is a secure storage box for each person. Other facilities include a jacuzzi and sauna on the roof, panoramic views from the communal kitchen and BBQ area and a female-only floor, SANCTUARY, with special luxurious touches.

Party on at the base bar 'first base' - open seven nights - with cheap drinks, DJs, and great nightly specials. Other services include an all day café, internet, storage, mail direct, laundry and the airport bus drop off at front door.

Rates:
Dorms from NZ$22
Double/twin room NZ$85 per room

City: Wellington
Name: Downtown Backpackers
Address: 1 Bunny Street, Wellington, NZ (postal address: P.O. Box 3071, Wellington, NZ)
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If you want to make the most of your stay in Wellington then make sure you choose Downtown Backpackers as your first choice for accommodation.

Situated directly opposite the railway station, Downtown Backpackers is ideally located, being the closest hostel to trains, buses and the inter-island ferry, and the new stadium, the city area and Te Papa, Wellington's fabulous Museum of New Zealand.

Downtown Backpackers is located in Wellington's historic Art Deco Waterloo Hotel, a former high class hotel which was chosen for the Queen's 1953 Coronation Tour.

We want Wellington to be a highlight of your NZ experience and we have lots of information to help you to plan your stay.

Finalist NZ Tourism Awards 1999, 2000 and 2001.

Rates:
Dorm beds NZ$23
Twins from NZ$50 per room
Doubles from NZ$52 per room
NZ$1 VIP Discount

City: Auckland
Name: Queen Street Backpackers
Address: 4 Fort Street, Auckland, NZ
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Welcome to Queen Street Backpackers - budget accommodation located in the heart of Auckland city, New Zealand.

Our central Auckland backpackers' hostel is in an old hotel built around the turn of the century so it has plenty of charm and character. As a purpose built hotel our hostel has large windows and hand basins in most rooms.

We look forward to meeting you!

Rates:
Dorms NZ$24 per night/NZ$144 per week
Double/twin NZ$60 per night/NZ$360 per week
Discounts with VIP and ISIC Cards

City: Wellington
Name: Wildlife House Backpackers
Address: 58 Tory St, Wellington, NZ
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Without a doubt Wildlife House is recognised as one of the premium backpacker/budget accommodation providers in New Zealand. We are proud to be a Qualmark rated 4 star plus backpackers. You can check prices and avaliability and book and confirm online.

Wildlife House is located in central city Wellington, meaning all the buzz of a capital is just around the corner.

Also within an easy walking distance are the museum of New Zealand better known as Te Papa, a huge supermarket, Queens Wharf and the waterfront along Jevois Quay.

As Wildlife House is run by international travellers for travellers, we understand better than most what travellers want. A comfortable bed, a clean environment and a hot shower are part of a minimum standard but what about a sense of space, a warm comfortable environment and a friendly welcome? Our place is a place where you can enjoy your own space, socialise and party, take a rest - just whatever you feel like. At Wildlife you can be assured that we have gone the extra mile for your comfort.

City: Taupo
Name: Action Downunder YHA Backpackers
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Hi and welcome to Taupo's most modern hostel - purpose-built and only a two minute walk to the lakefront, shopping centre, bus station, pubs and cafes. We attract and accommodate a variety of guests of all ages and nationalities, welcoming the independent traveller, families and groups.

Where else on earth can you stand on active volcanoes, massive craters, see boiling mud pools, exploding geysers, native forests and Maori culture?

Treat yourself to the best!

A great night's sleep is guaranteed with our clean, comfy rooms and accommodation to suit everyone from tent sites to shared dorms or private doubles/twins and family rooms with ensuite bathrooms. All rooms are heated, serviced daily, and supplied with fresh linen and thick, cosy duvets free of charge.

Rates:
Dorms NZ$20 per person
Double/twin NZ$46 per room
Ensuite double/twin NZ$52 per room
Tent pitches NZ$10 per person

City: Lake Taupo
Name: Burkes Lodge & Backpackers
Address: 69 Spa Road, Lake Taupo, NZ
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Centrally located, just a two minute walk to a supermarket and six minutes to the lake. You can enjoy a quiet, clean hostel with TV lounge, internet, pool table, BBQ, spa and laundry, or just relax in the garden and courtyard with a good book. Our heated dorms (with bathrooms in each unit) and doubles have ensuites. The kitchen is large, clean and has up-to-date facilities for your convenience. "Doug & Jan - at your service"

City: Taupo
Name: Taupo Central Backpackers
Address: 7 Tuwharetoa Street, Taupo, NZ
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We’re situated right in the centre of town, close to shops, bars and restaurants, only a few minutes from the bus station and seconds away from the lake.

Every room has its own bathroom, linen and bedding and most of our dorms only have four beds. None have more than six beds.

We have friendly and knowledgeable staff, with a booking office to arrange all local activities. We’ve tried it all ourselves, from skydiving to fishing, bungy to scuba, kayak to jetboat, Tongariro Crossing to Rock 'n' Ropes. Use our experience to ensure you get the best Taupo has to offer.

We have our own rooftop 'Trouts' bar, (named after our owner). It’s the funky backpackers' bar in Taupo, with cheap nightly bar specials and meals. We have a barbecue/meeting area with superb views of the lake and the volcanos. After a hard day holidaying it’s a great place to chill with a cold drink, and watch the fantastic Taupo sunsets.

City: Turangi
Name: Club Habitat Turangi
Address: P.O. Box 174, Turangi, NZ
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Nobody could ever question that the central North Island offers scenic attractions and holiday activities in abundance. The real question is - where's the best place to stay that's conveniently located for all this spectacular region has to offer?

Easy. Club Habitat. You'll find Club Habitat on a carefully laid out nine-and-a-half acre site at Turangi, about half-an-hour's drive south of Taupo. Club Habitat could hardly be more central - it's exactly half-way by car between Auckland and Wellington.

Club Habitat is the ideal year-round base for just about any type of recreational activity. The skifields are conveniently close. In winter shuttle transfers run daily.

City: Auckland
Name: Auckland City YHA
Address: Corner City Road & Liverpool Street, PO Box 68-149, Auckland, North Island, NZ
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Located at the top of Queen Street, this former hotel is comprised mainly of twin & double rooms with some multi-share rooms. Home cooked breakfasts and evening meals are available at 'Tommy’s', the in-house bistro, which can also cater for groups on request. An on-site travel booking service is available seven days, 8am to 5pm, where local activities as well as domestic travel throughout NZ can be booked. Facilities include self catering kitchen, luggage storage (but no bike storage), mail holding & forwarding and a comprehensive national & international hostel reservation service. Staffed 24 hours. This is the ideal hostel to start or finish your NZ adventure, all in the excitement of the city in a safe & secure environment.

Rates:
Dorms NZ$23
Double/twin NZ$30 per person

City: Coromandel
Name: Tidewater Motel and Backpackers
Address: 270 Tiki Road, Coromandel, NZ
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Seeking quiet, private motel accommodation or backpacker accommodation in Coromandel? Tidewater Tourist Park Motel and Backpackers is situated in the heart of Coromandel Town overlooking the Coromandel Harbour.

Set in the grounds of an historic Coromandel villa, all motels have harbour views and are constructed individually to ensure your complete privacy.

All accommodation is immaculately clean, modern and fully self-contained including TV and radios.

Tidewater Tourist Park is on the main road into Coromandel Town, two minutes' walk from our wonderful restaurants, cafes, art and craft studios and shopping centre.

Rates:
NZ$70 - NZ$120 (2 persons) Seasonal rates apply

City: Gisborne
Name: Gisborne YHA
Address: 32 Harris Street, Gisborne, North Island, NZ
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This cosy and charming hostel is set in spacious grounds, 15 mins walk from the information centre, 500m from the city centre. Single, twin, double, family and shared rooms are available with 24-hour access. Large common room with TV, well-equipped kitchen, cardphone and fax are all available.

Rates:
Dorms from NZ$18
Double/twin NZ$21 per person

City: Alexandra
Name: Two Bobs Bed & Breakfast Homestay
Address: 30 Marshall Road, RD1, Alexandra, NZ
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Pauline and Lloyd have relocated to Marshall Road with brand new accommodation in the form of bed and breakfast homestay, smoke-free.

Pauline is an experienced outdoor person whose interests are mountaineering, rock climbing and mountain biking. Lloyd is a builder, a volunteer firefighter, and has an interest in photography.

Two Bobs Bed & Breakfast Homestay is four km out of Alexandra in a rural area with views of the Old Man Range, Cairnmuir, Dunstan and Hawkdun Mountains.

Rates:
Bed and Breakfast for two NZ$95
Bed and Breakfast for one NZ$75
Dinner NZ$25 per person including a complimentary glass of local wine (book before 10am)

City: Arthur's Pass
Name: Arthur's Pass Alpine YHA
Address: SH73 Main Road, PO Box 4, Arthur's Pass, South Island, NZ
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Arthur's Pass is a cosy and friendly hostel set in the depths of the Southern Alps. Set up for trampers and walkers, it provides a base camp for exploring the many day and multi-day walks in the surrounding mountains. It has a warm and welcoming atmosphere, with a fire going for nine months of the year! Free gear storage for guests. Large bike shed.

Rates:
Dorms from NZ$20
Double/twin from NZ$24 per person

City: Christchurch
Name: Christchurch City Central YHA
Address: 273 Manchester Street, Christchurch, South Island, NZ
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Situated in the heart of the city, this modern and spacious hostel is the perfect base for your Christchurch experience.

This hostel has most things you require with great staff and full facilities including two fully equipped kitchens, a pool table and information service. Our domestic travel booking service can arrange any land-based travel or tour within NZ and book local activities. The hostel is staffed 24 hours.

If you are arriving outside reception hours (7am-12pm) please contact the hostel prior to arrival to make your booking. Facilities for people with disabilities are available. Contact the hostel for more details.

Christchurch YHA guests can join the free guided tour of Canterbury Museum, every Tuesday at 3pm. These tours are designed uniquely for YHA guests, who will gain unique insights into the Garden City along the way. Contact the hostel directly for further enquiries.

Rates:
Dorms from NZ$25
Double/twin from NZ$28 per person

City: Christchurch
Name: Rolleston House YHA
Address: 5 Worcester Blvd (cnr Rolleston Ave), Christchurch, South Island, NZ
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Rolleston House is centrally located along the tram route and opposite the Arts Centre (with its colourful weekend art and craft markets), the Canterbury Museum and Botanic Gardens. This hostel is also situated close to Hagley Park, offering acres of parkland - golf, tennis, petanque and rollerblading.

Late night entry for prior bookings arriving on late flights and buses. Lock-up area for bicycles. Domestic travel booking service. For TranzRail reservations, a courtesy service operates twice each morning from the hostel to the rail depot.

Christchurch YHA guests can join the free guided tour of Canterbury Museum, every Tuesday at 3pm. These tours are designed uniquely for YHA guests, who will gain unique insights into the Garden City along the way. Contact the hostel directly for further enquiries.

Rates:
Dorms from NZ$22
Twin rooms from NZ$25 per person (no doubles)

City: Dunedin
Name: Stafford Gables YHA
Address: 71 Stafford Street, Dunedin, South Island, NZ
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Stafford Gables is a beautiful 100-year-old building with spacious rooms, friendly staff, and a ‘ghost'. Rooms range from singles, twins, doubles and triples to multi-share rooms - some with balconies. Dining room with piano, peaceful common room and courtyard. All guests can relax on the sunny rooftop garden.

Rates:
Dorms from NZ$22
Double/twin rooms from NZ$26 per person

City: Franz Josef Glacier
Name: Franz Josef Glacier YHA
Address: 2-4 Cron Street, PO Box 12, Franz Josef Glacier, South Island, NZ
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Qualified for site visit stage of the Tourism Awards, 2003. Comfortable and modern with a warm atmosphere and a rainforest in the backyard. Recently refurbished, this hostel offers double, twin (nine with ensuites) and family rooms, all with heaters. Spacious, fully-equipped kitchen, free video nights, bike storage, drying room, TV lounge, pool table, sauna, internet and coin operated laundry available. No banking between Hokitika and Wanaka. Note: Ensuite rooms incur additional costs.

Rates:
Dorms from NZ$24
Double/twin from NZ$28 per person

City: Wellington
Name: Wellington City YHA
Address: 292 Wakefield St (Cnr Cambridge Tce), Wellington, North Island, NZ
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Stay in the heart of Wellington's buzzing cafe, bar, club and theatre district. Recently redeveloped, our hostel provides a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere teamed with fantastic facilities: two well equipped kitchens and dining rooms, comfortable common areas, laundry, games room and two TV/video lounges. A great selection of private and shared accommodation with or without ensuite facilities is available.

Our travel booking service boasts experienced staff that are happy to plan, reserve and ticket a huge range of activities, land & sea based transport and accommodation for you.

Very clean, atmospheric and well maintained. This is backpacking in style. Check out our famous Activities Program including pub and quiz nights and special DVD movie theatre nights.

Rates:
Dorms from NZ$25
Double/twin from NZ$30 per person

City: Paihia
Name: Pipi Patch Lodge
Address: 18 Kings Road, Paihia, Bay of Islands, NZ
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We are a stone's throw from the beach and a minute's walk along the beach from the shops, cafés and bars. Choose between your own private unit or shared dorms; singles, doubles and twins are all available. Every room is heated & comes with ensuite & kitchen. Relax by the pool, crank up the BBQ, soak in our hot spa under the stars, or kick back with a beer out on the sundeck. Play a game of pool in the guest lounge or basketball in the courtyard. Full reception services include internet/e-mail, phone cards etc.

Conveniently book all your travel and activities with us; we are major booking agents for all the popular operators.

Rates:
Dorm beds NZ$22
Double room NZ$60
Ensuite double with own kitchen NZ$80
NZ$1 VIP Discount

City: Rotorua
Name: Hot Rock Backpackers
Address: 1286 Arawa Street, Rotorua, NZ
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Those you meet on the road will tell you this is the place to stay in Rotorua, with its top accommodation facilities situated overlooking the beautiful, historic Kuirau geothermal park. Staying at Hot Rock Backpackers puts you within minutes' walking distance from the city's exciting cafes, shops and the downtown information & bus station complex. Go no further than Reception: Hot Rock can set you up with all kinds of local and national travel activities, email and heaps of other backpacker services.

When you want to relax, treat yourself to one of Hot Rock's three geothermally heated, hot mineral pools. You can meet up with old friends or make some new ones during a fun evening in our very own, funky Lava Bar. Hot Rock boasts 140 beds - with most rooms having their own bathrooms and balconies; many of them have their own kitchens. We could go on about the BBQ, email service, laundry, sunny dining area and much more - but it's far better if you discover Hot Rock for yourself.

Rates:
Dorm beds from NZ$20
Double/twin room NZ$30 per person
Triple share room NZ$26 per person

City: Wanaka
Name: Purple Cow Backpackers'
Address: PO Box 367, Wanaka, NZ
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Gapyear.com member Rebecca Mills writes...

"A popular hostel with spectacular views of Lake Wanaka from the lounge / dining area. A friendly, modern hostel with a ‘ski lodge’ feel, good facilities and a sociable atmosphere. A great hostel for meeting fellow backpackers and watching the sunrise over Lake Wanaka while having breakfast. Bike and kayak hire are also available."

City: Christchurch
Name: Chester Street Backpackers'
Address: 148 Chester Street East, Christchurch

Gapyear.com member Rebecca Mills writes...

"A small, comfortable and friendly hostel with a homely feel and good facilities. Located in a quiet residential area yet close to the city centre. Ideal for those who have just flown into Christchurch and need a quiet place to sleep, relax and make travel plans. Friendly resident pets add to the homely flavour, but be aware those with allergies!"

City: Kaikoura
Name: Cray Cottage
Address: 190 Esplanade, Kaikoura, NZ

Gapyear.com member Rebecca Mills writes...

"A small, quiet and very clean hostel just on the edge of Kaikoura, close to the seal colony. Run by a lovely lady called Diana who likes making her guests feel welcome by sharing her local knowledge and delicious home-baked muffins! Not for party animals as there is a ‘no noise after 10pm’ policy, but ideal for those seeking a refuge from the noisier, busier and less personal hostels."

City: Franz Josef
Name: Glow Worm Cottages
Address: Glow Worm Cottages, 27 Cron Street, Franz Josef, NZ
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Gapyear.com member Rebecca Mills writes...

"A cosy hostel with log fires, comfortable lounge area and good facilities. Mouth-watering homemade soup is served free of charge at 6pm and is perfect for warming you up if you have spent the day walking or climbing on the glaciers. Backpackers bring in their own bread to share, making for a sociable atmosphere and a good place to make friends with fellow travellers."

City: Kaitaia
Name: North Wind Lodge Backpackers'
Address: Henderson Bay, RD 4, Kaitaia, NZ
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Gapyear.com member Rebecca Mills writes...

"A quality hostel that is well-run by helpful staff. It is slightly off the beaten track and only accessible by car down an unsealed road. Perfect for those who love surfing, boogie boarding, sand tobogganing, fishing or the beach in general, as it is located near a fantastic stretch of beach. Modern and spacious with picture postcard views."