Harbourside City Backpackers

Newly opened and refurbished in October 2020, Wanderlust NZ is a waterfront hostel located in a historical building in downtown Tauranga. It features a large balcony area overlooking the harbour and free high-speed unlimited throughout.

Among the facilities at this property are 2 spacious, shared kitchens overlooking the water and a separate shared lounge area, and a specialised private group area. We have upmarket private rooms with ensuites to shared dorms with or without ensuites with eco-friendly bedding and tastefully decorated. This hostel has sustainability at its core.

There are a variety of bars and cafes situated a short walk from the hostel. The bus station is a 1-minute walk from Wanderlust NZ, and the Visitor Information Centre is located next door. The nearest airport is Tauranga Airport, 5 km from Wanderlust NZ.

There is no parking onsite but plenty of near parking. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property. Please inform Wanderlust NZ in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. Please note that for bookings of 6 or more guests we require a 50% non refundable deposit to confirm booking. The Also different policies and additional supplements may apply. For group of 4 or more guests, you can contact us first to confirm the allocation of the rooms which fit together before making reservation.

A 50% non refundable deposit is required for bookings over bank holiday weekends and with large festivals in town such as One Love, Bay Dreams and Jazz Festival.