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Ariki Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in New Plymouth with a rooftop terrace and a coffee shop

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Lobby sitting area
Shared kitchen
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area
Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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25 Ariki Street, New Plymouth, 4312
  • Place, Pukekura Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Fitzroy Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Bowl of Brooklands
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, New Plymouth (NPL)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room, Ensuite | Individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Family Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Queen Anne Suite with Ensuite | Individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Queen Anne Suite with Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Shared Dormitory (10 Person, Mixed) | Individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory (10 Person, Mixed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory (5 Person, Mixed) | Individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory (5 Person, Mixed)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory (6 Person, Mixed) | Individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory (6 Person, Mixed)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory (6 Person, Female Only) | Individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory (6 Person, Female Only)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

New Plymouth

Seaside stay .With a stay at this New Plymouth CBD hostel, you'll be steps from Richmond Cottage and Wind Wand. Centre City Shopping Centre and Real Tart Gallery are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Centre City Shopping Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pukekura Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Fitzroy Beach - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Bowl of Brooklands - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Taranaki Base Hospital - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • New Plymouth (NPL) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Laughing Buddha - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chaos Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪India Today Bistro & Tandoor - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sandwich Extreme - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Ariki Backpackers

Hostel perfectly located for exploring New Plymouth
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. Public spaces have WiFi and wired Internet for a fee. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. A rooftop terrace, a library, and barbecue grills are also featured at Ariki Backpackers.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this New Plymouth hostel.

  • 1 floor
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Ariki Backpackers offers 10 shared accommodations with air conditioning and blackout drapes/curtains. These individually decorated accommodations include desks. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 5 per 24-hour period); wired internet (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

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.

  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: NZD 5.00 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wired internet in public areas: NZD 5.00 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes 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.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Ariki Backpackers
Ariki Backpackers Hostel
Ariki Backpackers Hostel New Plymouth
Ariki Backpackers New Plymouth
Ariki Backpackers New Plymouth
Ariki Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Ariki Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation New Plymouth

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ariki Backpackers to the airport?

Ariki Backpackers is 7.3 mi (11-min drive) away from the New Plymouth (NPL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ariki Backpackers?

As of Oct 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ariki Backpackers on Oct 14, 2025 start from $48.17, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Ariki Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ariki Backpackers.

How close is Ariki Backpackers to the beach?

This hostel is 1 mi (3-min drive) from Fitzroy Beach and 3.6 mi (8-min drive) from Back Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ariki Backpackers offer free breakfast?

Ariki Backpackers does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ariki Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Ariki Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Ariki Backpackers?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Ariki Backpackers have a pool?

Ariki Backpackers does not have a pool.

Does Ariki Backpackers have a restaurant?

Ariki Backpackers is home to The Good Home Bar, which features Modern European cuisine, garden views, and al fresco dining.

Does Ariki Backpackers have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Ariki Backpackers to downtown New Plymouth?

Ariki Backpackers is 0.2 mi away from New Plymouth.