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Set in Kerikeri, 20 km from Opua Forest, Relax a Lodge offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hostel provides garden views and a terrace. Friendly and welcoming group of people. Clean and comfortable, homely.

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9
Superb
261 reviews
Price from
US$42
per night

Haka House Bay of Islands is a welcoming and stylish hostel located just across from the scenic Paihia wharf, offering cosy, practical accommodations with million-dollar views of the stunning surroundings. The best Hostel I have been, the Manager Pablo and Martin and the other staff were amazing and made me feel like home. The Hostel was always super clean.

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8.1
Very good
727 reviews
Price from
US$23
per night

The reception tour desk can book all tours, often with discounts, including cruises and sailing trips to the Bay of Islands and Far North. The lodge also offers a shared kitchen, dining room and indoor outdoor dining with BBQ facilities in the garden patio area. Great location. Excellent value for money.

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8.3
Very good
987 reviews
Price from
US$20
per night

Centabay Lodge offers budget accommodation right in the centre of Paihia. Choose from a bed in one of the spacious dormitory rooms or stay in a private room to suit your budget.

Free WiFi, a fully equipped shared kitchen, communal lounge and garden area with BBQ facilities and a hot tub are all included. Free limited on-site parking is also available. Guests can play table tennis and darts in the hostel games room (during low season) or ask the tour desk about nearby activities such as kayaking, cycling and hiking. The staff is very friendly, they help you Outlook as much as they can. I was very confortable in my apartment. The kitchen is very well equipped.

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7.8
Good
867 reviews
Price from
US$19
per night

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