Ariki Backpackers

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Staff

9.5

Located on the west coast of New Zealand's North Island, Ariki Backpackers is just 328 feet from New Plymouth's shops, pubs and bus terminal. It offers a restaurant, a tour desk and a communal kitchen. Located above Icons Sports Bar, New Plymouth Ariki Backpackers is 2 minutes' walk from well-known coastal art piece The Wind Wand. It is 6 minutes' drive from both Stadium Taranaki and Brooklands Zoo. This friendly hostel offers a guest lounge with satellite TV, a communal kitchen and a large outdoor patio with BBQ facilities. There are internet facilities, a DVD library and a guest laundry. The tour desk books mountain trips, surfing, farm tours, seal watching and cultural tours. Ariki Backpackers offers dormitories and private rooms. Rooms with private bathroom facilities are available. There are female-only and male-only dorms on offer.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Availability

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See what guests loved the most:

Julian
United States United States
“Friendly reception and central location + proximity to Taranaki”
Wilfried
Belgium Belgium
“Nice backpackers place, worked well for us as a couple, staff was friendly, it had all we needed.”
Brittany
United States United States
“Honestly fantastic place to stay in New Plymouth. Beds, room, and common area were clean and there were lots of boardgames in the common area for sharing. Good kitchen too. And the staff was really friendly and helpful as well!”
Nicolas
France France
“Staff was amazing, really welcoming and helpful. Thanks to her again!”
Salvatore
United States United States
“It was what we needed and the owner was very nice.”
Duncan
Canada Canada
“Great location right in downtown, by the water and plenty of restaurants.”
Miri
United States United States
“Friendly staff, big kitchen, TV in the private room, and big windows”
Brigita
Croatia Croatia
“Friendly staff. great location in city center. clean room and bathroom, you also get the towel. well equipped kitchen.”
Sophia
New Zealand New Zealand
“Great location, fantastic value for money, lovely staff and good vibes abound at Ariki Backpackers.”
Sanjaya
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
“Excellent location, very central and easy access to entire town.”

Area info

Amenities of Ariki Backpackers

Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities

  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

House rules

Ariki Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of NZD 30 is required on arrival. That's about $17. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 15 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 15 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Ariki Backpackers of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

A damage deposit of NZD 30 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Ariki Backpackers