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Wanderlust NZ

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8.5Excellent
(633 Ratings)
"Really great hostel! Amazing location and view over the sea. The staff was also very kind! Everything was clean and the kitchen had everything you need. The room was also very spacious! Would definitl..."
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8.5 / 10
Excellent(633 Ratings)

Hostel in Tauranga

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About this hostel

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 harbor and free high-speed unlimited throughout.

Amenities

Free WiFi/internet
Non-smoking
Heating
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Shared living spaces
Smoking allowed
Accessible by lift
Key access
Housekeeping available
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products

Map of Tauranga

city location on map

Nearby attractions

Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours
29.6 mi
Rotorua Canopy Tours | Zipline Experience
29.7 mi
Hobbiton Village, New Zealand
29.3 mi
Karangahake gorge
30.5 mi

Available Rooms

Ratings and reviews

8.5 / 10
Excellent(633 Ratings)
100% verified reviews
9 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
Loved the Murals, the location and the friendly staff.
8 / 10Excellent·Jun 2026
Location is great...however it does not have any parking spots
Too few powerpoints
8 / 10Excellent·Apr 2026
Location
Nothing specifically
6 / 10Average·Jun 2025
Location
Cold
$$$$
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FAQs

Is parking included with this hostel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Wanderlust NZ. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hostel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Wanderlust NZ pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Wanderlust NZ?

We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, non-smoking, heating, kitchen, and wifi/internet.

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