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Ariki Backpackers

Ariki Backpackers

New Plymouth
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 10:00 AM
Your basecamp for adrenaline awaits at Ariki Backpackers, where epic adventures start and end in ultimate comfort, steps from Richmond Cottage and Centre City Shopping Centre. This hostel is 3 minutes walk to Real Tart Gallery and 4 minutes walk to TSB Showplace.

Make yourself at home in one of the 10 individually decorated guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include desks and blackout drapes/curtains.

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Property Details

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a rooftop terrace and a garden. This hostel also features wireless internet access (surcharge), a television in a common area, and barbecue grills.

  • Meeting rooms
  • Wired internet access - surcharge
  • WiFi (surcharge)
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Television in common areas
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Wheelchair accessible – no
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-out
  • Business center
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Library
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Golfing nearby
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Use of nearby fitness center (discount)
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Terrace
  • Bicycle rentals on site

Check-in

Check-in is from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM. 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. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. 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.

  • 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

Other details

Satisfy your appetite with Modern European cuisine at The Good Home Bar, arestaurant where you can take in the garden view and dine alfresco. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe.

Featured amenities include wired internet access (surcharge), a business center, and express check-out.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Richmond Cottage - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Centre City Shopping Centre - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Real Tart Gallery - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Wind Wand - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
TSB Showplace - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Puke Ariki - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Govett-Brewster Art Gallery - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
War Memorial - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Coastal Walkway - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Taranaki Cathedral - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Saint Mary's Church - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Observatory - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Pukekura Park - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Kawaroa Park - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Te Henui Walkway - 1.4 km / 0.8 mi
The preferred airport for Ariki Backpackers is New Plymouth (NPL) - 11.8 km / 7.3 mi

  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Hotel policies

General

  • Professional property host/manager
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Essential workers only - NO
  • No elevators

Pets

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets not allowed

Other charges

  • 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)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Location

25 Ariki Street, New Plymouth, 4312, New Zealand
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