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On the Beach Backpackers
3 stars

On the Beach Backpackers

46 Buffalo Beach Road, Whitianga 3510, New Zealand
Whitianga, New Zealand
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8,5
Very good
based on 651 reviews
651 reviews
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Amenities at On the Beach Backpackers

  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Tennis
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Bicycle hire
  • Kitchen

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer

Things to do

  • Bicycle hire

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre

Fitness

  • Tennis

Basics

  • Wi-Fi

Reviews of On the Beach Backpackers

8.5
Very good
651 verified ratings
Wonderful
314
Very good
133
Good
118
Okay
45
Fair
25
Mediocre
7
Poor
9

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally appreciated the great location and cleanliness of the hotel. Many highlighted the friendly staff and well-maintained common areas. However, there were complaints about the comfort of the beds, with several reviews mentioning that the mattresses were too soft or small. Additionally, some guests noted issues with bathroom facilities and the lack of certain amenities.
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Cleanliness9.5 out of 10
Location9.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort2 out of 10
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Wonderful
Kenan, Feb 2018
Pros (+) Best backpackers Hostel.
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Location

46 Buffalo Beach Road, Whitianga 3510

What's nearby

  • Buffalo Beach0.4 km
  • Whitianga Beach0.5 km
  • The Lost Spring0.6 km
  • Dive Zone Whitianga1.4 km
  • Shakespeare Lookout2.7 km
  • Lonely Bay Beach2.8 km
  • Cooks Beach3.9 km
  • Mercury Bay Estate5 km
  • Cathedral Cove Beach7.9 km
  • Hahei Beach9.6 km
  • Kuaotunu Beach11.4 km
  • Hot Water Beach12.6 km

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Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 10:00

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FAQs when booking at On the Beach Backpackers

  • Where is On the Beach Backpackers located?

    On the Beach Backpackers is located at 46 Buffalo Beach Road, 0,2 km from the centre of Whitianga. Buffalo Beach is the closest landmark to On the Beach Backpackers.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at On the Beach Backpackers?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at On the Beach Backpackers.

  • How far is On the Beach Backpackers from the airport?

    On the Beach Backpackers is 1,1 km from Whitianga. On the Beach Backpackers is 67,8 km from Great Barrier Island.

  • How does KAYAK find such great On the Beach Backpackers hotel deals?

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0,2 km

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