Centabay Lodge and Backpackers

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 7.8
Rated good

Centabay Lodge offers budget accommodations right in the center of Paihia. Choose from a bed in one of the spacious dormitory rooms or stay in a private room to suit your budget. Free WiFi, a fully equipped shared kitchen, communal lounge and garden area with BBQ facilities and a hot tub are all included. Free limited on-site parking is also available. Guests can play table tennis and darts in the hostel games room (during low season) or ask the tour desk about nearby activities such as kayaking, cycling and hiking. Centabay Lodge is just a 2-minute walk from Paihia town center for restaurants, cafés and the wharf with ferries heading across to Russell. A 5-minute walk gets you to either Paihia Beach or Ti Bay Beach. The Waitangi Treaty Grounds are a 5-minute drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Paihia, this property has an excellent location score of 9.3!

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Suzanne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very helpful manager, friendly atmosphere, clean and nice outside space”
Elaine
Canada Canada
“Perfect location. Good kitchen space. Laundry facilities. Bathrooms and bedrooms new looking. Bathroom especially very clean. We had a ground floor double room which was beside a toilet shower - great location and still very quiet. lovely garden...”
Francine
Netherlands Netherlands
“Clean spacious room with a small kitchen area fit to prepare your breakfast. For real cooking there is a kitchen downstairs. The room is situated at the first floor and has a balcony. The location is perfect just a few minutes walk from the wharf...”
Sonja
New Zealand New Zealand
“Large spacious clean rooms, with good fridge and basic kitchen facilities in room and large kitchen, cooking area in the building. Close to all shops, amenities and waterfront. Location was excellent. Staff friendly and helpful. Would definitely...”
Katherine
New Zealand New Zealand
“excellent location. walkable to shops, eateries and beach. Friendly and helpful staff.”
Anthony
United States United States
“Wonderful stay. Clean bathroom and huge kitchen. Bring your food to cook and there’s complimentary condiments and cooking oils they don’t mind sharing with you. Free parking on premises and host was kind enough to allow us to leave the car a few...”
Claire
United States United States
“Centabay is in the best location, close to everything in town. It has a comfortable, laid back atmosphere, with a spa, hammocks, and a great shady patio surrounded by plants. They even offer Kayaks for hire at a great price.”
Bayer
United States United States
“There are so many positives to give, there really isn’t time. The gentleman who ran the hostel was extremely kind. The rooms were better than I had anticipated, and there were plenty of utensils and plates in the kitchen. The town of Paihia was...”
Para
New Zealand New Zealand
“Friendly owners. Close proximity to everything. Clean.”
Simon
New Zealand New Zealand
“Very cosy garden relaxing spots. Great for a sleepover after visiting the far north.”

Area info

Amenities of Centabay Lodge and Backpackers

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms

House rules

Centabay Lodge and Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00 PM to 9:30 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 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.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Any children must be specified at time of booking through the comments section.

Please inform Centabay Lodge and 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.

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