YHA Bay of Islands, Paihia for Groups

Your host Andy knows this neck of the woods well and is passionate about supporting other local businesses and activity providers. We're well connected and can compile a memorable high-value package for your group to suit your needs and budget.

Any questions? We're happy to help. Email [email protected], or phone 09 402 7587.

Meals

Continental breakfast can be served in our group kitchen on request for $12 per person. It includes:

• A choice of three cereals
• Yoghurt
• Fruit
• Toast and spreads (butter, jam, honey, peanut butter)
• Tea, coffee, and fruit juice

A packed lunch option is available on request from $15 per person. We're happy to suggest local eateries appropriate for your group. All meals must be confirmed 48 hours prior to your arrival.

Free booking service

A free booking service is provided for all activities and land-based domestic travel including: Waitangi Treaty Grounds, boat cruises, bus tours, fishing trips, sky diving, sailing, parasailing, diving, kayak and bike hire, and Waitangi golf course.

We can assist you with booking the right transport option for your group. Meeting room and training facilities, tennis courts, and gym access are all easily arranged by the hostel.

To book group stays across multiple hostel locations please talk to our National Groups Coordinator, Rod: [email protected] | 0800 278 299

Activity Ideas

• Waitangi Treaty Grounds - Powhiri (welcome) and education tours available from Years 1-13
• Pompellior House - Former headquarters of the French Catholic mission to the Western Pacific.
• Stone Store -  New Zealand's oldest standing European building
• Rewa's Village - A full scale reconstruction of a Maori village
• Kawiti Glow worm caves - Historic glow worm and limestone caves
• Action World - Former world champion trapeze artists offer a series of circus options for students to try with a safe airbag landing system

Packages

Discover our birthplace package
A powhiri welcome and a guided tour of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds with overnight accommodation at the YHA Bay of Islands Paihia.

Dolphin Eco Experience
The Bay of Islands have the warmest waters in New Zealand and are perfect for swimming with the dolphins. See and hear dolphins and whales, and travel with staff that have an intimate knowledge of these wonderful creatures. Take this tour with overnight accommodation at the YHA Bay of Islands.

Testimonial

Perfect Place and Host for our Group:
"We brought a group of 16 university students to YHA Paihia for four nights in January. Our host, Andy Larsen, greeted us warmly when we arrived and attended to all of our needs during our stay. There is so much to do and see in the area, and Andy was always on hand to make our bookings.

Andy graciously agreed to provide us with a scrumptious breakfast every morning. Croissants, yogurt, fresh bread, granola, jams and even Marmite, which required an acquired taste for Americans to enjoy. The facilities were up-to-date and cleaned daily. Since we arrived after a few days on the road, the washer and dryers were much appreciated. The common kitchen was well equipped and organized with labels to claim your personal food and beverages.

What we enjoyed most was the vibe the hostel provided. We met many fellow travelers from around the world in the lounge and outside picnic tables. The hostel itself is on a quiet street to ensure a quiet evening. However, just around the corner one can find lively cafés and shops. The beach was a short two block walk and town center (where the island ferries were located) is a 5 minute stroll away.

Town center provides a supermarket along with bakeries, coffee shops and a variety of restaurants. Although our four night stay was just about right for a group, there were other guest who were quite content to spend much more time in Paihia. Our events included the Waitangi Treaty grounds, Waka canoe, trips to Russell, hole in the rock and swimming with the dolphins cruises. We would recommend all of these as essential activities.

A couple students enjoyed a walking history tour and visited some nearby waterfalls. Whatever you decide to do in Paihia, staying at the YHA Paihia is the place to meet new friends, save some money and enjoy a good night’s rest in a clean environment attend to by a fantastic host!"

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We can help to arrange your activity bookings or transport to local activities. Just let us know, we are happy to help!

Bus/Shuttle

The bus station is in the centre of Paihia about 600m from the Hostel. When travelling on Intercity, Northliner, please ask your driver at the time of boarding to drop you off on King’s Rd. Magic, Stray and Kiwi Experience all end their journeys on King’s Rd as does Naked Bus.

Ferry

On exiting the wharf, turn left and follow Marsden Rd then turn right into Kings Rd. The hostel is 200m along on your left.

Parking

We provide limited on-site parking; street parking is free.