Mount Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in Tauranga, near Mount Maunganui

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Mountain view
Dining
Shower, hair dryer, towels
Lobby
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 12 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Double or Twin Room (Tri-Bunk)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
87 Maunganui Road, Tauranga, 3116

What's nearby

  • Maunganui Beach - 5 min walk
  • Pilot Bay Beach - 8 min walk
  • Mount Hot Pools - 8 min walk
  • Blake Park - 2 min drive
  • Mount Maunganui - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dixie Browns - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Latitude 37 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Rice Rice Baby - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Deckchair Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Mount Backpackers

Hostel near Mount Maunganui
At Mount Backpackers, you can look forward to a terrace, a library, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Bike rentals, a TV in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Barbecue grills, a front-desk safe, and a vending machine
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and a reception hall
Room features
All guestrooms at Mount Backpackers offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers
  • Communal kitchens and portable fans

Languages

Dutch, English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 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 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: NZD 30.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Mount Backpackers Hostel Mount Maunganui
Mount Backpackers Hostel
Mount Backpackers Mount Maunganui
Mount Backpackers Tauranga
Mount Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Mount Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Tauranga

Frequently asked questions

Is Mount Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Mount Backpackers?

Mount Backpackers doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Mount Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Mount Backpackers?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Mount Backpackers located?

Located in Mount Maunganui, this hostel is steps from The Mount Mainstreet and Mount Maunganui Beach. Maunganui Beach and Pilot Bay Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Mount Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 25 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Meda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, good price. Bit noisy and has student house vibe
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Melvin

Liked: Staff & service
Close proximity to the beach
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the friendliness of the people who stay and work there. From Rob calling me to check that I was still coming to stay and waiting till I arrived to chexk me in, to the other residents making it feel like a home away from home. I will be back again next year to stay for work. 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exactly what I expected and more
It’s a hostel in the centre of Mount Maunganui, so you’re going to get noise from the bars, clubs on its doorstep. But that’s totally expected, so the loud music from the club downstairs on the Friday night I stayed was no issue whatsoever. The hostel itself is great, staff are super friendly and helpful, the kitchen has all you need and there’s a nice relaxed vibe. The location is amazing for the Main Street and all it has to offer in shop, bars and restaurants. The main beach is a 5 min walk so you’re spoiled for choice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Francis, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tidy bedrooms and clean toilets. Kitchen and lounge reasonable in size relative to the maximum capacity of the backpackers. Approachable, accommodating and friendly staff. I was able to choose my own bunk bed. Good wee community of backpackers, all we’re friendly and welcoming. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
central location. friendly & efficient staff. room & premises is cleaner than most hostel type accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice hostel
Nice hostel but a little small for the amount of people. Rooms were a bit cramped. Clean and good location so good for a couple of days.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good for the price
Kitchen was clean, communal bathrooms are clean, friendly staff, good location, rooms were a tad bit old, but clean. Reasonable for the price. The staff was incredible. Katie, at reception, was gracious enough to even loan me her coat.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location! Great Vibe!
I could have stayed here for a long time! It’s a hostel. So it’s what you’d expect from a hostel. Busy rooms (I was in a 16 person room) but the people were all so nice. It’s clean enough for a hostel. You’re right in the centre of everything and beach is amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Jo, UK

Convenient location close to Mount Maunganui, the beach, and lots of cafes and restaurants. The accommodation itself was okay, it is a hostel so you get what it says on the tin; it was quite noisy at night but there is a 11pm curfew.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
A simple, friendly backbackers in a great location. The beds mattresses were very soft and therefore I didn't sleep the best, but the room was cozy and it was nice to have bedding provided and not staying in a sleeping bag like I expected
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ally, New Zealand - Hawkes Bay

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Jane, New Zealand - Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great cafes and nightlife all in the vicinity

8/10 Good

Phil, New Zealand - Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Facilities: Everyday, Unpretentious; Value: Inexpensive, Economical; Service: Professional, Friendly, Courteous; Everything an easy walk away

8/10 Good

Scott, New Zealand - Waikato

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Nice ; Value: Bargain; Service: Friendly; Cleanliness: Neat;

8/10 Good

CID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Sehr zentral gelegen, trotz vollerBelegung im Dorm war es relativ ruhig
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

MINJIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
좋은사람들과 좋은지역
숙소는 청결했고, 모두가 친절했다. 위치또한 좋았다. 귀여운 고양이가 한마리 있다.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018