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20 Taniwha Street, Taupo, 3330 (show map)
Hostel Overview
Formerly YHA Taupo Finlay Jack's Backpackers
Before February 2024 Finlay Jack's Backpackers was known as YHA Taupo Finlay Jack's Backpackers
Before April 2019 Finlay Jack's Backpackers was known as Finlay Jack's Backpackers

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Facilities of Finlay Jack's Backpackers
General
Free parking, On-site parking, Parking, WiFi everywhere
Activities
Table tennis
Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi
Food & Drink
BBQ facilities
Front-desk/reception area services
Lockers, Luggage storage, Tour desk
Common areas
Games room, Garden, Shared kitchen, Shared lounge/TV area, Sun terrace, Terrace
Entertainment and children services
Evening entertainment
Cleaning services
Daily maid service, Laundry
Miscellaneous
Family rooms, Heating, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout
Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Air Conditioning, Bathroom, Carpeted, Entire unit located on ground floor, Hairdryer, Heating, Linen, Private entrance, Seating Area, Shared Bathroom, Shared Toilet, Shower, Toilet, Towels, Tumble dryer , Wardrobe/Closet, Washing Machine
Hotel Policies
Check-In
From 14:00:00 hours
Check-Out
Untill 10:00:00 hours
Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.
Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine print
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 will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Traveller reviews

“An excellent hostel with friendly people, would definitely stay again!”
14 Jul 2025
The room was clean and the staff were very friendly. The shared kitchen facilities were well-supplied and a nice environment overall.

“Very good. Like this accommodation.”
12 Jul 2025
Clean, friendly staff, heat pump and spacious bathroom. Kitchen is also nice place to hang out.

“Very good”
08 Jul 2025
The vibe was good, and self-check-in really helps for late arrivals like us. Overall, a good experience, simple but works for a night or two.

“Very good”
06 Jul 2025
-comfortable cabin beds with some space around -plugs in bedcabin -lockers in room -bed got your name written on it -two pillows for more comfort -lovely garden and outdoor area, ideal for the summer -music instruments in common area