Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Enjoy 2 restaurants at this National Park Village hostel

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Exterior
Front of property
Family Room, Shared Bathroom
Breakfast area
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • BarBarBar
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
35 Mackenzie St, National Park Village, Manawatu-Wanganui, 3989
  • Popular LocationMarton Sash and Door Cycling Park6 min walk
  • Popular LocationTongariro National Park10 min drive
  • Popular LocationWhakapapa Ski Area21 min drive
  • AirportTaupo (TUO)78 min drive

Room options

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Family Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the area

National Park Village

In National Park Village .Within a 10-minute walk of the hostel, you'll find Fishers Track and Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park. Tongariro National Park is within 6 miles (10 km) and Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Marton Sash and Door Cycling Park - 6 min walk
  • Tongariro National Park - 10 min drive
  • Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre - 12 min drive
  • Whakapapa Ski Area - 21 min drive
  • Turoa Ski Area - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • Schnapps Bar - 11 min walk
  • Eivins Bistro Bar - 7 min walk
  • The Station Cafe and Restaurant - 8 min walk
  • Basekamp - 1 min walk
  • Macrocarpa Cafe - 13 min walk

About this property

Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel

Enjoy 2 restaurants at this National Park Village hostel
There are 2 restaurants and 2 coffee shops/cafes on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. A train station pick-up service and a train station drop-off service are free. A terrace, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room are also featured at Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel. Self parking is free.

This National Park Village hostel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel offers 15 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is provided daily.
There are hot springs open between 9:00 AM and 8:30 PM.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 1-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 35 kilometers
  • Free roundtrip train station shuttle from 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
  • Train station shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants and 2 coffee shops
  • 3 bars/lounges

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Hot springs access available from 9:00 AM to 8:30 PM.
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 1-device limit.

Property is also known as

Manowhenua Lodge
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel National Park Village
Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Manowhenua Lodge - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 74 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

gaston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
tracy and thomas are the friendliest hosts i ever met!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Clean as they come. The management is providing the best customer experience. I would go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tracy and Thomas are friendly and responsible. The bathroom and toilet were clean. The communal kitchen is very well-equipped with everything you need to cook meals just like at home. My kids especially loved the activity room, which is quite spacious and contains a ping pong table, snooker table, and board games that kept them entertained. My family and I really appreciated the hospitality and facilities during our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kealie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

May Ann

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners are very nice, accomodating and friendly. It's our first time to check in with this type of motel. The dining, toilet and living room are separate from our room. It's really unique but we still want our privacy and would like to have our own toilet in our room. Overall it was a nice experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful, friendly hostel
Very friendly staff for this hostel. Our family had our own room with a double bed and twin bunks. Worked great for us. There was a communal kitchen with bins in the fridge to keep our stuff separate; bathroom and showers down the hall were very clean--nice hot water showers! Our kids loved the hang out room which had Foosball, ping pong, and pool table. Great location close to Tongariro National Park.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

HUGO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tracey was so friendly and welcoming. I would stay in this place again. Highly recommended 😄. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rechelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most friendly, welcoming hostel I have stayed in!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mette

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023