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Ariki Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in New Plymouth with rooftop terrace and coffee shop/cafe

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Lobby sitting area
Shared kitchen
Shared kitchen
Twin Room, Shared Bathroom
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$81
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July

Room options

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Shared Dormitory (5 Person, Mixed)

Shared Dormitory (5 Person, Mixed)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Shared Dormitory (10 Person, Mixed)

Shared Dormitory (10 Person, Mixed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
Desk
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
Desk
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Queen Anne Suite with Ensuite

Queen Anne Suite with Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Family Room, Ensuite

Family Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Shared Dormitory (6 Person, Mixed)

Shared Dormitory (6 Person, Mixed)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Shared Dormitory (6 Person, Female Only)

Shared Dormitory (6 Person, Female Only)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Map
25 Ariki Street, New Plymouth, 4312

What's nearby

  • Centre City Shopping Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pukekura Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Fitzroy Beach - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Bowl of Brooklands - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Taranaki Base Hospital - 5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • New Plymouth (NPL) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪India Today Bistro & Tandoor - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Laughing Buddha - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ms White - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Hour Glass - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ozone Coffee - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Ariki Backpackers

Hostel located in New Plymouth CBD
Consider a stay at Ariki Backpackers and take advantage of a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Active travellers can enjoy cycling at this hostel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities.
Additional perks include:
  • Bike hire, express check-out and a front desk safe
  • Barbecues, luggage storage and a TV in reception
  • Meeting rooms and coffee/tea in reception
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens and desks

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 5 per 24-hour period); wired internet (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Good Home Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Shared accommodation

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: NZD 5.00 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wired Internet in public areas: NZD 5.00 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Ariki Backpackers
Ariki Backpackers Hostel
Ariki Backpackers Hostel New Plymouth
Ariki Backpackers New Plymouth
Ariki Backpackers New Plymouth
Ariki Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Ariki Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation New Plymouth

Frequently asked questions

Is Ariki Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ariki Backpackers?

As of 1 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ariki Backpackers on 6 Jul 2025 start from NZ$81.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Ariki Backpackers?

Ariki Backpackers doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Ariki Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ariki Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Ariki Backpackers located?

Located in New Plymouth CBD, this hostel is steps away from Richmond Cottage, Centre City Shopping Centre and Wind Wand. Puke Ariki and Real Tart Gallery are just steps away.

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Ariki Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 154 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Really good place the manager was a cool dude was very welcoming definitely recommend this place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

The staffs are very good and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Safe, quiet, good vibes from staff and other backpackers. A bit outdated could use some upkeep. Overall good spot for solo travellers.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Lovely refuge and great spot to visit central attractions and sea walks.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10

It was nice
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Great little backpackers! Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

Super friendly with a very homely vibe
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

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Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10

Only had one issue, but it was a frustrating one. Had a room with a shower. Went to take a shower around 9pm and there was NO hot water! Fortunately, I tried again around 11, and took a quick shower for fear of running out of hot water. Outside of this issue, the room was fine
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Fantastic place. Great location for coastal walkway, right in town. Bars, restaurants all handy. Manager was so friendly and welcoming, also very efficient. Best hostel I've stayed in NZ.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

Have stayed there for 3 nights so far, 1 next week. Everyone has been great. Some of the mess is from the Backpackers being lazy and not doing their dishes and leaving pizza boxes for the staff to clean up. Very good for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10

Everything was excellent. Except the mattresses. The mattresses were so bad that one of our group said they would have preferred kicking a policeman in the nuts and spend the night in the cells. Even the noise of the bar directly under the backpackers was bearable. The mattresses - not so much. Staff were friendly, and helpful. The kitchen was large enough for several parties to be cooking at once and you can’t beat the location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10

Location very convenient and helpful staff. Noisy at night especially Friday and Saturday nights.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

I liked a lot!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10

Great service and accommodation. The only thing I'd take issue with is the parking which you have to either pay for from 9am-5pm or not drive at all. Don't let this overshadow your stay though, as it's a lovely place.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10

The only thing I didn’t like was parking. I had a car and there was no parking facilities near the backpackers. Outside of this it more more than adequate! The attendant was friendly & helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Enjoyed two nights in the family room. Excellent value with air conditioning, TV and own bathroom. All linen supplied. Excellent location right in the centre, next to mall, restaurants and costal walkway. Excellent staff service. I would have liked to rate cleanliness higher, but some guests did not always leave the kitchen clean or wash and dry their dishes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

I meant to put 2 stars about property conditions. It is clean and beds you cannot fault. The building and some chattels could eg paint and carpets. Some Backpackers leave the kitchen messy too. Thry need
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

2/10

Was not a pleasant experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10

The location was brillriant. Chris was super friendly, welcoming and helpful. Everything was great. Unfortunately, sleep was disturbed by the noise from the bar / party next door until the small hrs. Plus we had thought that the backpackers had a car park, which it didnt. Facilities were good though and we would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024