Finlay Jack's Backpackers

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

Staff

9.2

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About this property

Finlay Jack's Backpackers offers an ideal location in Taupo. The hostel offers single bed dormitory's. Taupo is an absolute mecca for all things outdoors – including hiking the famous Tongariro crossing, trout fishing, skydiving, jet boating, white water rafting, mountain biking and sailing on the Great Lake with the hostel's yacht 'Fearless'. If relaxing is more your style, you can treat yourself to a thermal hot water spa or experience a taste of Maori culture. Taupo is bustling with tourists and locals alike, allowing you to discover a real sense of New Zealand.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

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

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Free Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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1 twin bed
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
3 twin beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Georgina
New Zealand New Zealand
“I enjoyed the variety of entertainment options in the TV room/kitchen.”
Gus
New Zealand New Zealand
“All the staff are amazing and friendly! Events put on with the hostel to encourage group activities to meet new people. In the kitchen there's amazing utilities and on the walls a bunch of solid recommendations on how to fill your time in Taupo...”
Dobisova
Netherlands Netherlands
“I really loved the general vibe of the hostel, all the people I've met there amazing and super friendly. I think the set up of the common area and shared facilities was a huge contributor to that. Also, the bed provided a lot of privacy with the...”
Duncan
Canada Canada
“Good vibes, great places to hang out and it really feels like the owners care about the place.”
Isabel
United States United States
“Got to enjoy a packed movie night, everyone was so welcoming! Really enjoyed the amenities of my cozy pod. Cute and lovely kitchen. Pretty walkable location.”
Michael
New Zealand New Zealand
“Close to supermarket. While not particularly close to other places it is kind of central between the bars, restaurants, bus stop, lake or walk to Huka Falls. Staff were nice though usually seemed to be only single one on at time and with other...”
Julie
Australia Australia
“Good location. Clean. Friendly staff. Comfy beds. Good ensuite.”
Arnold
United States United States
“A positioning stay before we did the Tongariro Northern Circuit. The pod beds were comfortable with enough room at the foot of the mattress for my backpack. Light and charging point at the head of the bed was nice, as was the curtain for...”
Emily
United States United States
“Loved the privacy of the pods and everything was clean.”
Britney
Canada Canada
“Very cute common area outside, the facilities inside were laid out goos, lots of room to cook and prep.”

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House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 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.
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive after 20:30 please contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note for bookings of 10 or more guests, different policies and procedures may apply. For further information please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.