Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with outdoor pool, near Lake Taupō

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Close to the scenic Lake Taupo, Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy the garden views, unwind by the outdoor pool or stay connected with in-room WiFi. Previous guests have praised its convenient location and helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Outdoor pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free area shuttle
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor swimming pools

Room options

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3 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

4 Bed Dorm

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Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

5 Bed Dorm

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Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

6 Bed Dorm 1

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

8 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

6 Bed Dorm 2

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
75 Scannell St, Taupo, 3330

What's nearby

  • Spa Thermal Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Taupō Museum and Art Gallery - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 10 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free area shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Indian Affair - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Replete Food Company - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Baked With Love Eatery - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪KY Takeaways - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel

Located just 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from the airport, Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel offers a free shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Also, this hostel is just a 5-minute drive from Lake Taupō.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 17 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 11 AM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 9:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)
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Offsite

    • Free area shuttle
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Free local shuttle

What to do

  • Pool table

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: NZD 20.00 per stay

Policies

This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Berkenhoff Lodge Taupo
Berkenhoff Taupo
Berkenhoff
Berkenhoff Lodge
Berkenhoff Lodge Hostel Taupo
Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel Taupo
Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Taupo

Frequently asked questions

Does Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel?

You can check in starting at 11 AM. Check-out time is 9:30 AM.

What is there to do at Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel and nearby?

Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel has an outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

What's the area around Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel like?

Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel is a short 18-minute walk from Lake Taupō and 13 minutes' walk from Spa Thermal Park.

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Reviews

Berkenhoff Lodge - Hostel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Very helpful staff

The owner /staff of the hostel is very friendly and also very helpful. Loved the relaxed feel of the hostel!!! The mattresses of the beds are a bit dated though. Otherwise all good.
Leander, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good value

The room didn’t look the greatest but the bathroom was sparkling clean and the fun atmosphere of the place was very nice. Overall I think it was great value.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very authentic place with unique atmosphere, highly recommend it.
Igor, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great value for an overnight stop in Taupo

Stayed in a family room with our baby. Great value close to Taupo centre. Beds ok for one night. Love the big kitchen. Friendly owners. Would stay again!
Anna, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Private and quiet.Clean and friendly also good parking.
2-night trip

6/10 Good

Simples, vale o custo benefício

Local simples, pecou um pouco pela limpeza das áreas comuns, porém tem uma boa cama e está situado em uma área muito tranquila da cidade.
Adriano, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very unique and welcoming. I found the bed quite uncomfortable, but I was not expecting luxury, so, in balance, this was not bad. I really liked that the operator had put the heater on in our room. This kind of service is what makes a difference. My grandson loved the games room and rated the lodge as the best accommodation of our 10 trip.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, their individual rooms are basic and clean.
2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Their facilites are quite dirty, shoddy, very run down.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The lodge is quirky and Brett is an excellent host.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very friendly host and helpful staff; fast and efficient check-in and check-out; fast wifi and full coverage of the property.
Evan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff were great. Bed was comfortable and shower pressure excellent
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The price was great and the location is ideal: close to everything yet quiet at night. It felt like a very nice community for all types of travellers and had a friendly and retro atmosphere.
DK, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The staff was friendly and very helpful/informative about the area! Unfortunately the room did not seem to be cleaned properly - there were pills left on the floor, there was hair on the bathroom floor and wall, as well as a half used soap bar also covered in hair... If the room had been cleaned properly I think our overall experience would have been great. A little unfortunate but I guess that’s all part of the travel experience.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Un hôtel dans une auberge de jeunesse

Superbe auberge de jeunesse avec un confort optimal dans les chambres double. On fait tout pour vous et c'est super !!!!
castillo, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Typical backpacker style accomodation but my private room had an ensuite and there is a pool. The location is a bit out of the way though
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The bedding was suprisingly nice for a backpackers !! And our private bathroom was very clean !
2-night trip

6/10 Good

Hotel is Okay for backpackers but not ideal for couple
Ashi, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean rooms. Good flatisaties, nice that family can have their own room together with bathroom it’s just a shame some of the stayers are loud by talking to each other loudly outside the doors and if they have a shower late or early in the morning you it’s a bit of a pain
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love this place...quiet, welcoming and very reasonably priced. Awesome friendly helpful host. Cant wait to come again. Thanks Brett so enjoyable.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hostel for the value, close to city as well. Reception was friendly and helpful
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

This Lodge is close to everything. Its close to the town center, supermarkets, restaurant, and even lake Taupo as well. The kitchen is pretty big and equipped, shared dinning room is pretty big, paid laundry is on site, and free parking.
Eric, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Service fantastic, friendly and welcoming. Clean and tiidy and in a quiet area. Only issue was the single bed in room 14 where you could feel the boards of the base thru the mattress. It made for an uncomfortable and browkn sleep.
1-night trip

6/10 Good

Experience was okay, but not great. Plusses - inexpensive, friendly staff, plenty of parking. Minus side - everything felt old and tired, room was small, no bathroom amenities - not even soap, some people didn't clean up well after themselves in the kitchen/eating area.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy to find and we also felt comfortable staying there
2-night trip