Title: Haka House Bay of Islands - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Haka House Bay of Islands Beach hostel in Paihia ![Books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10230000/10228100/10228007/4f42e696.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10230000/10228100/10228007/af90337b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10230000/10228100/10228007/d38b2622.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double Ensuite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10230000/10228100/10228007/1e2f10fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10230000/10228100/10228007/5d7e48d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Haka House Bay of Islands provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Housekeeping - Laundry - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 28 - Oct. 29](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=10228007&PinnedHotelID=10228007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=10228007&PinnedHotelID=10228007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 29 - Oct. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=10228007&PinnedHotelID=10228007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=10228007&PinnedHotelID=10228007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=10228007&PinnedHotelID=10228007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=10228007&PinnedHotelID=10228007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=10228007&PinnedHotelID=10228007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=10228007&PinnedHotelID=10228007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 13 of 13 rooms ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, Select Comfort beds, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10230000/10228100/10228007/075e3ef1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 4 Bed Dorm 8.0 Very good 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating Hypo-allergenic bedding Select Comfort bed Hair dryer Cookware/dishes/utensils Daily housekeeping - 71 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![Double Ensuite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10230000/10228100/10228007/1e2f10fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Ensuite ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Select Comfort bed Hair dryer Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Cookware/dishes/utensils - 86 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Twin Ensuite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10230000/10228100/10228007/b711bfd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Ensuite ### Highlights Heating Hypo-allergenic bedding Select Comfort bed Hair dryer Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Cookware/dishes/utensils Daily housekeeping - 86 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Bed in 6 Bed Dorm](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10230000/10228100/10228007/d2ddcf20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 6 Bed Dorm ### Highlights Heating Hypo-allergenic bedding Select Comfort bed Hair dryer Cookware/dishes/utensils Daily housekeeping - 71 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, Select Comfort beds, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10230000/10228100/10228007/075e3ef1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 4 Bed Dorm - Female ### Highlights Heating Hypo-allergenic bedding Select Comfort bed Hair dryer Cookware/dishes/utensils Daily housekeeping - 71 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10230000/10228100/10228007/4282ce0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room ### Highlights Heating Hypo-allergenic bedding Select Comfort bed Hair dryer Cookware/dishes/utensils Daily housekeeping - 71 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, Select Comfort beds, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10230000/10228100/10228007/d179ea43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - Sleeps 1 ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, Select Comfort beds, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10230000/10228100/10228007/ce63a4d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Ensuite - Sleeps 2 ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, Select Comfort beds, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10230000/10228100/10228007/0da79a39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Ensuite - Sleeps 2 ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, Select Comfort beds, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10230000/10228100/10228007/d179ea43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room - Sleeps 1 ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, Select Comfort beds, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10230000/10228100/10228007/64722b4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed In 6-Bed Dorm - Sleeps 1 ### Twin Room - Sleeps 2 ### Economy Twin Room - Sleeps 2 ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPaihia-Hotels-Haka-Lodge-Bay-Of-Islands.h10228007.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPaihia-Hotels-Haka-Lodge-Bay-Of-Islands.h10228007.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Paihia, Haka House Bay of Islands is on the waterfront. Waitangi Treaty Grounds and Treaty House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Action World and Makana Chocolate Boutique. Bay Of Islands Vintage Railway and Makana Confections are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and skydiving. [Visit our Paihia travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Paihia.dx9637) [View more Hostels in Paihia](https://www.expedia.ca/Paihia-Hostels.d9637-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-35.28118%2C174.09150&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kfZ-q66zr_8dm5Zps2fRyN9Q41k=) 76 Marsden Road, Paihia, 0200 ### What's nearby - Paihia Wharf - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Paihia Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - St Paul’s Church - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 5 min drive - 3.0 km - Russell Beach - 26 min drive - 15.0 km ### Getting around - Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 22 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪El Cafe - ‬7 min walk - ‪Paihia Sports Bar - ‬2 min walk - ‪Bad Habits - ‬1 min walk - ‪CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen - ‬2 min walk - ‪Ti Bay Takeaways - ‬9 min walk ## About this property ### Haka House Bay of Islands Hostel near Bay of Islands Haka House Bay of Islands provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and a vending machine - Books, an elevator, and tour/ticket assistance Room features All guestrooms at Haka House Bay of Islands have amenities such as free WiFi. 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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Elevator (40 inch wide door) - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator - Wheelchair-accessible public washroom ### More - 1 building - 1 floor - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Built in 2015 - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Select Comfort mattress ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private or shared bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils ### More - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Heating - LED lighting - Recycling ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM Contactless check-in available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 18 are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) 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 and cash This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit ### We should mention Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property ### National rating For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system. ### Property is also known as Haka Paihia Haka House Bay of Island Haka House Of Islands Paihia Haka House Bay of Islands Paihia Haka Lodge Bay of Islands Hostel Haka Lodge Bay of Islands (Paihia) Hostel Haka House Bay of Islands Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Haka House Bay of Islands Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Paihia ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Haka House Bay of Islands pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Haka House Bay of Islands? > As of Oct 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Haka House Bay of Islands on Nov 1, 2025 start from CA $68.49, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Paihia-Hotels-Haka-Lodge-Bay-Of-Islands.h10228007.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Haka House Bay of Islands? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Haka House Bay of Islands? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability). ### Where is Haka House Bay of Islands located? > Offering direct access to the beach, this Paihia hostel is steps from Bay of Islands and Paihia Wharf. Paihia Beach and Te Ti Bay are also within 5 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Haka House Bay of Islands Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 89 8 - Good 42 6 - Okay 7 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 3 ### 9.4/10 Cleanliness ### 9.2/10 Staff & service ### 8.8/10 Amenities ### 8.8/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.6/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly Jun 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great value and location. ##### Kelly Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alan Aug 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Haka Lodge reflects its past as a YHA hostel with all the facilities and ambience of the youth hostel which encourages interaction with other guests. We were impressed with the helpfulness and pleasantness of the staff in answer to our questions about Paihia and Russell. The facilities are clean, well kept and presented. ##### Alan Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kory Mar 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Didn’t want to leave… Haka House is a fantastic hostel, I can’t imagine there’s a better option for a stay in Paihia, especially on a budget. Great location, spectacular views from dining and main area. Excellent service with terrific front desk support, Byron deserves a raise. I highly recommend this place, and will stay here again if the opportunity brings me back. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/D71F76CDD6573B48F70F784383113939F9A740C11743022191710.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Kory Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Lynette Nov 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Good for backpackers accommodation. Rooms with ensuite available which is good ##### Lynette Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fay Jan 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Execellent location, view and staff!!! One of the best hostel I’ve stayed. Beautiful view from kitchen/lounge. CLEAN and great staff from manager Pablo to Martin, Marika and unsure of name but a female staff from France. Friendly, professional and engaging. ##### Fay Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Henriette Apr 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice location but bad accomodation It’s a worn down hostel, and since it is a part of the Haka Hostel chain, where I have stayed at other locations, I was surpriced at the low standard. The staff is very serviceminded and friendly, but that doesn’t outwieght the small and badly ventilated rooms. ##### Henriette Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shelby Oct 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely private room with ensuite. Staff were eager to help ##### Shelby Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Bruce Apr 27, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Great staff (thanks Martin) and a very comfortable bed. BUT ... most main showers had no liquid soap, and all of the ventilation fan inlets above those showers were blocked solidly with lint. The hand soap dispenser in our room was so high on the wall it was virtually impossible to use properly, plus the washhand basin is stupidly installed. We do not recommend this accommodation. ##### Bruce Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Christine Oct 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice view ##### Christine Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma Feb 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place to stay. A calm and clean place. Only thing I can think to complain about is the shower pressure. One time it was fine, then the next time it was barely a dribble, despite no one else using the showers at the same time. Otherwise was a perfect stay. ##### Emma Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Deann Mar 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Had a fantastic stay, nice private curtains in dorm but my one qualm was the bed was very hard and the room was hot, making for an uncomfortable sleep. Other than that I loved the hostel ##### Deann ### 4/10 Poor #### Helene Dec 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort It was way to hot in the rooms - No air-con or windows to open definetely the worst sleep ever. My other room-mates couldn’t handle it either. ##### Helene Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca Mar 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beautiful and Relaxing seaside hostel The hostel was very friendly and safe. There was a fantastic lounge area that we used for cooking and leisure time. The view was beautiful and they let us leave our large bags in a locked room and use the bathroom and facilities after we checked out (while we waited for the bus). It was very clean and the only negative is that the shower door didn't hang completely straight. I would definitely book again! ##### Rebecca Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Peter Apr 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Very clean and functional. Well suited to a young person/people. I did feel I get get better value for money by spending a little bit more and staying else where. ##### Peter Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Taylor Apr 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The hostel is so central in Paihia it makes walking around to the many eating and shopping locations easy. We were in room 11 which was at the end of the hallway and did not get a lot of AC and the window didn't open. The small TV which is steictly facing one of the beds and cant rotate, also doesnt have cable or casting abilities. There was a DVD player so we grabbed a couole movies from the lounge just to find out the DVD player was broken so we ended up watching a movie on a laptop. I had messaged, emailed, and done the online check in to say I was going to be arriving late and still got a bit of sass from the staff when I called looking for check in instructions. The email with the info came through an hour after we checked in. Otherwise, it was average at best, but you get what you pay for! ##### Taylor Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Anne-Marie Jun 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Pros: Mostly clean, very quiet (I was there during winter), friendly staff, good location, large lounge area, strong wifi. Cons: Very loud cooling system in private room; bitten by insects/bugs overnight; clutter (unneeded fans) in private room; uncomfortable pillows; sheets feel old and stained; odd cleanup rules in kitchen (everything has to be hand dried and put away right away, so you're essentially using the same set of crockery/flatware as others throughout the day). I slept very badly and had to check out two nights early. ##### Anne-Marie Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Shawn Mar 28, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beware! Bed Bugs!! BEWARE! BEDBUGS! More concerning lack of accountability! No accountability or support at all. Oh yes…No staff on premise or stationed on property after 9pm… so I had to spend the night in the common area lounge that night due to infestation nevertheless. Seasoned traveler here (visited over 75 countries) and after reporting being bite by bedbugs in the room (with provided proof of photos of bites and stained blood sheets after killing on the bugs) managed refuses to accept any responsibility and claims they “were” mosquitoes bites! It was 15Degrees at night and I didn’t even open the bedroom windows?? And how to explain all the bites on the legs and areas of my body covered under the blankets… or would “mosquitoes “ get to me there too ?? Furthermore, we all well know and recognise bed bug biting patterns that was evident in the photos provided. Stay stay clear away! Imagine. Did or will they even fumigate /look into this seriously?? Decide for yourself… Worst experience ever! ##### Shawn Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacqueline Apr 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It's all about location and staff here, particularly Gillian. (And, they answer their phone!) She was extremely helpful, professional, and kind. It's thanks to her and her knowledge of the North Island that I found some cool spots to hang out in. The kitchen and common room have a beautiful (although somewhat obstructed) view of the ocean, and are spacious. There were enough showers to go around, although I think some additional common toilets could be added--two per gender weren't enough. I stayed in a private room two nights and a dorm for one. Both were comfortable stays. When I moved to the dorm, I was worried about noise as it was right next to the common areas. But staff were good about closing the door at 10:30pm. Some hooks or additional racks would be handy in the private room bathrooms. I would have no hesitation in recommending this property. ##### Jacqueline ### 2/10 Terrible #### Vaibhav Jan 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Disliked: Property conditions & facilities The uniqueness of property is its location bang opposite to shore. Staff is very helpful, resourceful and kind. Unfortunately, room allotted to me had no window or air duct. It was a bright shine warm day and temperatures were in early 30s. Inside room temp was hot & humid. I spent almost till 11:30 in dining area so that inside room temp is bearable and once you are so tired and sleepy you do not feel anything around. Same was complaint from other guests. Rooms have no air duct or window. Fans were also average at least coolers would have somehow helped. But other than this drawback everything else is super cool. ##### Vaibhav Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### AMANDA Oct 30, 2023 Liked: Staff & service, amenities It was my first time in a very long time in a back packers sharing all common areas. I feel a cleaner should be on hand to clear the areas left messy by alot of people with low cleanliness standards. The kitchen shared equipment needs to be update ie fridges & cupboards. The room I shared was stuffy with no windows and a noisy air vent humming all night so this was uncomfortable. A lovely senior staff member helped with our non working room facilities. Air con should be in every room esp with 2 or more people sharing. The view and location was amazing. Linen clean and comfy beds. I would request a room with windows next time. As we were on a road trip parking was an issue when unpacking our personal effects. possibly obtaining a few spaces in the back of the complex would be convenient. all in all a pleasant 2 day stay. ##### AMANDA Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### William Apr 14, 2025 ##### William Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Cheryl Mar 30, 2025 Liked: Staff & service, amenities Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Very central location for activities, food, buses, wharf. Some areas of the hostel are looking a bit tired. ##### Cheryl Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lambertus Mar 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Paihia Prima verblijf midden in het centrum van het dorp. 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