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Next weekend
20 Nov - 22 Nov
In two weeks
27 Nov - 29 Nov
In one month
11 Dec - 13 Dec
In two months
8 Jan - 10 Jan

Our top choices for Big Bay hostels

A spacious room with large windows offering a view of a lush forested mountain.

1. Piha Beachstay - Hostel

Piha Beachstay - Hostel
1.0 star property
Piha
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (73 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay, very chilled. "
Australia
Ann
The price is NZ$208
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Piha Beachstay - Hostel
A room with a view of a city skyline, a red balcony railing, a round table with a vase of flowers, and yellow chairs.

2. United Auckland

United Auckland
1.5 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (26 reviews)
"Very accessible - Easy access to the vaious amenitirs etc. Well serviced!"
United Kingdom
GORDON
The price is NZ$82
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
United Auckland
A historic building with a classic architectural style, featuring arched windows and a brick facade.

3. JO&JOE Auckland

JO&JOE Auckland
5.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (77 reviews)
"Great place, good rooms, friendly and helpful staff"
Australia
Anita
The price is NZ$137
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
JO&JOE Auckland
A modern kitchen with a wooden table, stainless steel appliances, and a brick wall.

4. Haka House Auckland K’ Road

Haka House Auckland K’ Road
4.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (223 reviews)
"Great place, great people. Would definitely recommend anyone looking for somewhere to stay in Auckland to go here."
United Kingdom
Jamie
The price is NZ$93
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Haka House Auckland K’ Road
A modern hotel room with a bunk bed, a small desk, a sink, and a mirror.

5. LyLo Auckland

LyLo Auckland
5.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (339 reviews)
"Staff are great here, very helpful and polite! The facilities are really good, very nice for a hostel. Miss Lucy’s cafe has great coffee!"
Australia
Bonnie
The price is NZ$92
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
LyLo Auckland
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view of trees, a bedside table with a lamp, and a shelf with a plant.

6. YMCA Hostel

YMCA Hostel
2.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (491 reviews)
"It is conveniently located within walking distance of the Sky Tower, though there is an uphill walk to get to the hostel from there. The staff were friendly and handled an issue of my bed being occupied by someone else."
Japan
KARIYA
The price is NZ$118
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
YMCA Hostel
A covered balcony with a view of a city skyline, including a tall tower, and a well-maintained lawn.

7. Verandahs Parkside Lodge - Hostel

Verandahs Parkside Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Freemans Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (132 reviews)
"Lovely property, clean, good facilities, great location. "
United Kingdom
Natalie
The price is NZ$111
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Verandahs Parkside Lodge - Hostel
A cozy room with a foosball table, sofas, and a television.

8. 234 BACKPACKERS

234 BACKPACKERS
1.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
The price is NZ$70
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
234 BACKPACKERS
A modern building with a prominent red and black facade, a glass entrance, and a sign reading "TSB Bank".

9. Choice Backpackers

Choice Backpackers
2.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (181 reviews)
"User friendly, active managers, quiet place easy to sleep. All your basic needs meet in an excellent way."
Australia
Roderick Arnold Staples
The price is NZ$81
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Choice Backpackers
Rooftop terrace

10. SpinCity Lodge Auckland

SpinCity Lodge Auckland
1.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
6.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"Clean and tidy rooms and kitchen, it was quiet and no drinking rules, air conditioning in rooms, extremely helpful staff they were ace."
United Kingdom
Djo
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
SpinCity Lodge Auckland
A room with large windows, a flat-screen TV, and a bookshelf.

11. Newton Lodge Auckland - Hostel

Newton Lodge Auckland - Hostel
2.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (12 reviews)
"Nice staff and clean. Excellent hostel !! "
United States
Sho
The price is NZ$182
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Newton Lodge Auckland - Hostel
A room with a large window, a bed, and a view of a cityscape and water.

12. Garden Hostel

Garden Hostel
1.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"Good location, quite outdated but very well priced"
Australia
Alex
The price is NZ$78
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Garden Hostel
A historic hotel with a prominent tower, large windows, and a classic architectural style.

13. Attic Backpackers

Attic Backpackers
4.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (55 reviews)
"This place accomplishes everything you are looking for when you are traveling on a budget."
United States
Tyler
The price is NZ$120
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Attic Backpackers
A modern interior with a wooden table and black chairs, large windows offering a view of a cityscape and a red car outside.

14. Haka House Auckland City

Haka House Auckland City
5.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (63 reviews)
"Lovely stay, thank you"
Australia
Samantha
The price is NZ$100
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Haka House Auckland City
A reception area with a wooden floor, a reception desk with a vase of flowers, a brown sofa, and a mirror on the wall.

15. 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$83
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Oceanic Hostel
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white shelving, and a tiled floor.

16. Hobson Lodge - Hostel

Hobson Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (69 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United Kingdom
Robert
The price is NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hobson Lodge - Hostel
A multi-story building with a central vertical banner, storefronts at the ground level, and a traffic light in the foreground.

17. Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers - Hostel

Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers - Hostel
2.0 star property
Auckland Central Business District
5.2 out of 10, (310 reviews)
"Good location, close to everything. Wi-Fi stable, kitchen is easy and convenient."
United States
Jinghe
The price is NZ$95
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers - Hostel
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Top Big Bay Hotel Reviews

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were beyond helpful, really professional and lovely. Upgraded my room for free. The room itself was immaculate. My only (small) issue is that there was a large wait time/line on checking in and out."
Anna 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

Find out more about Big Bay

Big Bay Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,693
Accommodation
29 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$70
Highest Price
NZ$208

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Big Bay?
You might like the prices at this top lodging option in the surrounding area, which gets good reviews from our travellers: Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group - 14.7 mi (23.7 km) from the heart of Big Bay. Located within a 5-minute walk of University of Auckland. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar at this hostel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Big Bay?
The weather is important 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 18°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Big Bay is 1312 mm.
What is there to see and do in Big Bay?
Get out into nature with places such as Whatipu Beach, Waitakere Ranges and Ambury Regional Park. Cultural attractions include New Zealand Film Archive, Auckland War Memorial Museum and Auckland Museum. Locals like to shop at Dress Smart Outlet Shopping Centre and Westfield St Luke's Shopping Centre.
What's the best way to get to and around Big Bay while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Big Bay 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.), 8.3 mi (13.3 km) from the city centre.

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