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BoBs Hostel
2.0 star property

Hostel with free breakfast, walk to Lake Taupo
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BoBs Hostel

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Reception hall
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Twin Room with Ensuite
Dining

Overview of BoBs Hostel

Reviews
6.8

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • BarBarBar

Explore the area

Map
CNR Tuwharetoa & Tongario Street, Taupo, 3330
  • Popular LocationTaupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre2 min walk
  • Popular LocationTaupo Marina and Boat Ramp6 min walk
  • Popular LocationTaupo Hot Springs5 min drive
  • AirportTaupo (TUO)9 min drive
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About the area

Taupo

BoBs Hostel is located in Taupo. Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp and Golf Club Taupo are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Taupo and Waikato River. A.C. Baths and Spa Thermal Park are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 2 min walk
  • Taupo Museum and Art Gallery - 5 min walk
  • Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp - 6 min walk
  • Spa Thermal Park - 4 min drive
  • Taupo Hot Springs - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 5 min walk
  • Dixie Brown's - 3 min walk
  • Master of India - 4 min walk
  • Finn Maccuhal's Irish Pub - 1 min walk
  • Plateau - 4 min walk

About this property

BoBs Hostel

Property highlights
Free continental breakfast, a terrace and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at BoBs Hostel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A front desk safe, luggage storage and free newspapers
  • A reception hall, tour/ticket information and barbecues
  • A TV in reception
Room features
All guest rooms at BoBs Hostel have amenities, such as free WiFi.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM–11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • No housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Floor
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

BoBs Hostel Taupo
BoBs Taupo
BoBs Hostel Taupo
BoBs Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
BoBs Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Taupo

Frequently asked questions

Is BoBs Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at BoBs Hostel?

This hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at BoBs Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at BoBs Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is BoBs Hostel located?

Situated in Taupo, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Lake Taupo. Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp are also within 10 minutes.

BoBs Hostel Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 56 reviews" "

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
As per online description , bathroom and toilet attached with room but shower wasn't working.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

4/10 Poor

Ronja

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location. Get what you pay for.
Overall, good stay. The staff were friendly and helpful. I got what I paid for -- a small, single room, with no frills. Common bathrooms are very clean. They do a great job communicating that they are above a bar, so plan accordingly. (They also provide ear plugs.) The location is ideal, and there are plenty of parking opportunities if you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s a great back packers nicely situated and we didn’t find it too noisy. Repairs are needed to facilities. Overall an acceptable place for a limited budget.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Close to bus stop and lake. The hostel is very close to the late night bars great for partying however you have to be prepared for loud music
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its central! A for tge accommodation its !! Dark drab entrance, extremely strong smell of fumes like petrol and paint in building! Kitchen area & esting area drab, uninviting, and smelt of old wet mops! Rooms, yuck floor, keep your shoes on, we had our own toilet & shower! Old! Aweful! Smelt! my suggestion is shut the place down,. Yes its for backpappers but don't insult them by offering disgusting accommodation like you don't care ! As for the lounge seating its dirty! Get rid of Netflix and buy some decent sofas! A little bit of comfort goes a long way when your away from home!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Edna

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great location for Tongario Crossing
Stayed for one night to hike Tongario Crossing. Great location as bus picks you up right out front. Reception was hit or miss with friendliness, but suffice it to say everyone has a bad day. However, one of the friendly employees lent me her jacket! Facility is a bit run down and the “extended stay” guests were .... well. Overall good location for Tongario. Free parking was easy to find. Kitchen was well equipped. Standard hostel rooms/beds.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019