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6 Mar - 8 Mar
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13 Mar - 15 Mar
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27 Mar - 29 Mar
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24 Apr - 26 Apr

Our top choices for Auckland hostels

Exterior

JO&JOE Auckland

JO&JOE Auckland
2.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (13 reviews)
"Super clean, friendly staff and a whole vibe. Will definitely stay again if given the chance. "
United States
Charisse
The price is NZ$117
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
JO&JOE Auckland
Balcony

Piha Beachstay - Hostel

Piha Beachstay - Hostel
1.0 star property
Piha
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (69 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay, very chilled. "
Australia
Ann
The price is NZ$189
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Piha Beachstay - Hostel
Exterior

LyLo Auckland

LyLo Auckland
5.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (277 reviews)
"Really well situated, great amenities in the hostel. The room was very clean and quiet. The beds were comfortable and privacy screen was a great idea. "
Canada
Ian
The price is NZ$111
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
LyLo Auckland
Lobby

Oceanic Hostel

Oceanic Hostel
1.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (8 reviews)
"Cleaned, efficient, decent rooms. Rock hard beds were the only downside "
Australia
Chris
The price is NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Oceanic Hostel
Reception

United Auckland

United Auckland
1.5 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (14 reviews)
"Good location, very clean. The small studio rooms are fantastic."
United Kingdom
Stewart
The price is NZ$89
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
United Auckland
Dining

Newton Lodge Auckland - Hostel

Newton Lodge Auckland - Hostel
2.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (10 reviews)
"Nice staff and clean. Excellent hostel !! "
United States
Sho
The price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Newton Lodge Auckland - Hostel
Exterior

Attic Backpackers

Attic Backpackers
4.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (48 reviews)
"This place accomplishes everything you are looking for when you are traveling on a budget."
United States
Tyler
The price is NZ$92
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Attic Backpackers
Garden

YMCA Hostel

YMCA Hostel
2.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (475 reviews)
"great place to stay"
Canada
Jenny
The price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
YMCA Hostel
Lounge

Haka House Auckland City

Haka House Auckland City
4.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (50 reviews)
"Clean room, big open kitchen with vending machines, has on site parking. Overall clean tidy, welcoming space "
Australia
Carl
The price is NZ$103
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Haka House Auckland City
Property amenity

Hobson Lodge - Hostel

Hobson Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (67 reviews)
"Great stay here, cleanliness in bathroom could be improved but overall no issues"
United Kingdom
Robert
The price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Hobson Lodge - Hostel
Lounge

Silverfern Backpackers

Silverfern Backpackers
1.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
6.8 out of 10, (13 reviews)
"Great staff indeed, location is great as well, the only issue is the showers, they are looking dirty and old… "
Australia
Hector
The price is NZ$77
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Silverfern Backpackers
Front of property

Choice Backpackers

Choice Backpackers
2.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (168 reviews)
"did not visit the kitchen as there are great food outlets around the place. The rooms are immaculate and so are the showers and toilets"
Australia
Lionel
The price is NZ$86
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Choice Backpackers
Porch

Verandahs Parkside Lodge - Hostel

Verandahs Parkside Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Freemans Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (130 reviews)
"Lovely property, clean, good facilities, great location. "
United Kingdom
Natalie
The price is NZ$108
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Verandahs Parkside Lodge - Hostel
Gift shop

Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers - Hostel

Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers - Hostel
2.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
5.2 out of 10, (302 reviews)
"Great location."
Australia
Griselda
The price is NZ$95
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers - Hostel
Private kitchen

Haka House Auckland K’ Road

Haka House Auckland K’ Road
2.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (214 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay with friendly staff and clean facilities. "
Australia
Yashas
The price is NZ$100
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Haka House Auckland K’ Road
Motel Family Rooms with King - 2 Bedrooms

Tidewater Motel and Tourist Park - Hostel

Tidewater Motel and Tourist Park - Hostel
2.0 star property
Coromandel
7.4 out of 10, Good, (31 reviews)
"As an 80-year-old woman trying to make it down a ramp and steps to the outside to walk to the bathrooms was an inconvenience I was not expecting."
United States
Eve
The price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Tidewater Motel and Tourist Park - Hostel
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Top Auckland Hotel Reviews

JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport

JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent modern room. Ideally situated for the car hire returns and Auckland airport."
John 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
JetPark Hotel Auckland Airport

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Auckland Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,779
Accommodation
27 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$77
Highest Price
NZ$189

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Auckland?
By going with a hostel, you can cut your spending on accommodations and set aside more of your trip funds for exploring during your holiday. We've heard good things about the waterfront and other attractions in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget-friendly prices and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Auckland?
Ready to book a hostel? These ones have the best reviews from our customers and could be a good place to look first: LyLo Auckland - Located within a 10-minute walk of SkyCity Casino and Sky Tower. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. Rooms come with bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. JO&JOE Auckland - Located within a 5-minute walk of University of Auckland. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. Rooms come with bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. YMCA Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of University of Auckland and SkyCity Casino. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as an arcade/games room. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets. Haka House Auckland City - Located within a 5-minute walk of University of Auckland. Property features include free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and a pool table. You'll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Choice Backpackers - Located within a 10-minute walk of University of Auckland and Sky Tower. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and an arcade/games room, as well as tour/ticket assistance. You'll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.
How many hostels should I expect to find in Auckland?
If you're searching for somewhere affordable to stay in Auckland, one of Expedia's 26 hostels could be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Auckland?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 13°C. Average annual precipitation for Auckland is 1209 mm.
What is there to see and do in Auckland?
Depending on what interests you, you might like to explore these things around Auckland. Get out into nature with places such as Kawakawa Bay, Albert Park and Victoria Park. Cultural attractions include Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, The Civic Theater and Aotea Centre. Visit landmarks such as Grafton Bridge, Karangahape Road and Ponsonby Road.
What's the best way to get to and around Auckland while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Auckland in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.), located 10.9 mi (17.5 km) away. An alternative is Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome), which is 50.8 mi (81.8 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to use public transport to get around. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Gaunt Street Tram Stop, Halsey Street Tram Stop and Daldy Street Tram Stop. To explore more of the area, hop on a train at Auckland Britomart Station, Auckland Grafton Station or Auckland Newmarket Station.

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