YHA Paihia communal kitchen and dining area

YHA Paihia outdoor picnic area with shelter

YHA Paihia double bedroom lounge ensuite

YHA Bay of Islands, Paihia for Groups

overview

YHA Bay of Islands, Paihia is a purpose built two level backpacker hostel including a variety of room types, many with ensuite bathrooms. Staff are on-call 24 hours a day, and this comfortable accommodation has a cosy lounge, self-catered kitchen and outdoor dining areas making YHA Bay of Islands, Paihia ideal 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.

Hostel Details & Location

Group Coordinator: Andy Larsen

Check in: 2:00 pm Check out: 10:00 am

Contact: +64 9 4027487 Email this hostel

Reception: 1 Oct-30 Apr: 8am – 8pm. 1 May–30 Sept: 8am – 1pm, 4pm - 7pm.

Location: 11 Macmurray Rd,

Paihia

100m to beach

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How to get here

YHA Bay of Islands, Paihia is only a 100m stroll from the beach. Nearby attractions include fishing, kayaking, swimming with dolphins, hole in the rock cruises, scenic flights, horse riding or explore one of the many local walkways right on the hostels doorstep. Don't miss the powerful journey to Waitangi - walk in the footsteps of our ancestors and experience where our country's founding document was signed.

Great for groups:

Free WiFi
Outdoor area
Breakfast options
Fully-equipped kitchen
Free booking service
Luggage storage options
Towel hire
Bed linen included

Shared facilities:

Free WiFi
Communal lounge
Communal dining area
Fully-equipped kitchen
Food storage area
Recycling stations
Outdoor area
BBQ
Herb garden
Wheelchair accessible
Laundry facilities
Free onsite parking
24 hour guest access

Entertainment and activities:

Guitar
Communal TV
Free movies
Book exchange
Games available

Services:

After-hours check in on request
Luggage storage options
Hair dryers
Hot water bottles
Towel hire
Travel & activity bookings
HI bookings

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

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hostel capacity

YHA Paihia can cater for up to 52 people across 12 rooms.

Shared rooms

2 x 8 bed multishare rooms with ensuite facilities
1 x 6 bed multishare room with ensuite facilities
3 x 4 bed multishare rooms with ensuite facilities
1 x 3 bed multishare room with ensuite facilities

All bedding is provided (duvets, sheets and pillows) and towels can be hired for $1 each. Depending on room allocations, groups may be divided across the hostel but will always be close to group leaders.

Private rooms for group leaders and supervisors

4 x double rooms with ensuite or semi-private facilities
1 x twin room with ensuite facilities

These rooms include all bed linen and towels. Please note that private rooms with ensuite facilities are subject to availability.

Safety and Security

Safety and security is a top priority at YHA. Download our Group Health & Safety information to help with planning or school board approvals.

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YHA Bay of Islands, Paihia

100m to beach

Free WiFi
Outdoor area
Breakfast options

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