Geothermal Parks
Hells Gate
Geothermal reserve (20 minutes drive east), combos include free transport
Te Puia
Adjacent to Whakarewarewa and has closer views of Pohutu geyser, but offers a very similar experience to the above. They also have our national Kiwi bird. 8am – 5pm (Apr to Sept). Public bus #11 takes you there from iSite, Arawa Street.
Whakarewarewa
Maori Village and Thermal Valley includes hourly guided tours, cultural shows, geothermal lakes and views of Pohutu geyser! 8.30am – 5pm daily. Hangi lunch costs extra and is available between 12-2pm. Public bus #11 takes you there from iSite,...
Kuirau Park
(10 minutes walk from hostel) FREE!
Wai-O-Tapu
Self-drive (25 mins drive south) or transport with Headfirst Travel (book with us)
Waimangu
Self-drive (20 mins drive south) or transport with Headfirst Travel (book with us)
What our previous guests have said
Good location, decent rooms and common areas. All the facilities were as described. Great budget hostel, has everything you need and is clean. Very good
Bianca
Super friendly staff, very helpful. Hostel is clean warm and has lots of space. Group area is a relaxed place where you can escape the hustle of travelling.
Driver Telli from Wild Kiwi Tours – February 2020
I recently stayed here for 5 days with my group of over 80 people. We were more than pleased with the facilities, service, location, and most of all price.
Hohepa Tamehana – April 2018