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Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel

4.0 star property
4-star golf hostel perfect for exploring Turangi

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Front of property
Lounge
Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
Terrace/patio
Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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26 Ngawaka Place, Turangi, 3334
  • Place, Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Tokaanu Thermal Pools
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, River Vineyard
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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Down comforters, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Ensuite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Down comforters, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Bed in 4 - Bed Female Only Dorm Room 10

  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Bed in 8 - Bed mix dorm Room 4

Bed in 8 - Bed mix dorm Room 4

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Down comforters, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Bed in 4 - Bed Mix dorm Room 5

  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Down comforters, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Down comforters, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

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

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Down comforters, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Premium Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Turangi

City center stay.At this Turangi hostel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre and 3 miles (5 km) of River Vineyard. Also, Tongariro National Trout Centre is within 3 miles (5 km) and Tokaanu Thermal Pools is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tongariro National Trout Centre - 3 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 4 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Lake Taupō - 5 min drive - 9.0 km
  • River Vineyard - 9 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Delta Coffee - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Turangi Fish & Chips, Chicken & Roast - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Turangi Bridge Motel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Ky Fast Food - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Turangi Bakery & Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel

4-star golf hostel perfect for exploring Turangi
As a guest of Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel, you'll find barbecue grills, ski storage, and tour/ticket assistance. Event space at this hostel measures 25 square feet (2 square meters) and includes conference space. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel also features a garden, a fireplace in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the indoor pool and outdoor pool at a partner property.

This 4-star Turangi hostel is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 25 sq ft of conference space
  • 2 sq m of conference space
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Lockers available
Tongariro River Retreat - Hostel offers 17 accommodations with fireplaces and DVD players. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Beds feature down comforters. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and rice cookers are provided.

Bathrooms include showers. 75-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include complimentary weekday newspapers and shared/communal kitchens.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Children's games
  • DVD player
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Rock climbing
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 75-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • DVD player
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Rice cooker
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.7 percent for credit card payments
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.7 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Long-term renters welcome.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

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