Hostel · Bay Of Islands
Pickled Parrot Backpackers
9.2
188 reviewsQuirky, affordable, close to the wharf.
- Dorm bed
- NZ$28–40
- Wi-Fi
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Bay Of Islands
North Island · New Zealand
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- A day
- ~NZ$137
- Best
- Nov–Apr
- Dorms from
- NZ$28
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Island paradise
Why Bay Of Islands
- Swimming with wild dolphins in their natural habitat
- Sailing, kayaking, and island-hopping in a stunning subtropical bay
- Warmest climate in New Zealand
- Beach weather from October to April
The Bay of Islands is a subtropical paradise of 144 islands scattered across a sheltered bay in Northland, the warm top of the North Island. Paihia is the main backpacker base, with a waterfront strip of hostels, tour operators, and fish-and-chip shops. The bay offers some of the best marine experiences in New Zealand — dolphins, sailing, diving, and kayaking — alongside deep Maori and colonial history at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds.
A day in Bay Of Islands
- Hostel dorm
- NZ$51
- Food
- NZ$37
- Transport
- NZ$15
- Activities
- NZ$101
- About a day
- NZ$137
Where to stay in Bay Of Islands
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- PPPickled Parrot Backpackers
9.2 · NZ$28–40 dorm · quirky, affordable, close to the wharf
- HLHaka Lodge Bay of Islands
9.2 · NZ$28–40 dorm · modern, ocean views, excellent social areas
- YBYHA Bay of Islands (Paihia)
8.6 · NZ$28–40 dorm · clean, well-run, great kitchen
- BBBase Bay of Islands
8.4 · NZ$28–40 dorm · large social hostel with pool and bar
- PLPeppertree Lodge
8.1 · NZ$28–40 dorm · budget-friendly, variety of room types
Hostel · Bay Of Islands
Haka Lodge Bay of Islands
9.2
317 reviewsModern, ocean views, excellent social areas.
- Dorm bed
- NZ$28–40
- Wi-Fi
Hostel · Bay Of Islands
YHA Bay of Islands (Paihia)
8.6
495 reviewsClean, well-run, great kitchen.
- Dorm bed
- NZ$28–40
- Wi-Fi
- Kitchen
Hostel · Bay Of Islands
Base Bay of Islands
8.4
168 reviewsLarge social hostel with pool and bar.
- Dorm bed
- NZ$28–40
- Wi-Fi
- Bar
- Pool
Hostel · Bay Of Islands
Peppertree Lodge
8.1
438 reviewsBudget-friendly, variety of room types.
- Dorm bed
- NZ$28–40
- Wi-Fi
Things to do in Bay Of Islands
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Water · Bay Of Islands
Go sailing with Barefoot Sailing Adventures
Go sailing with Barefoot Sailing Adventures (relaxed day trip with snorkelling and BBQ)
Water · Bay Of Islands
Kayak to Haruru Falls from Paihia
Kayak to Haruru Falls from Paihia (half-day guided tour or self-guided)
Water · Bay Of Islands
Snorkel or dive at the Poor Knights Islands
Snorkel or dive at the Poor Knights Islands (day trip from Tutukaka, 1.5 hours away)
Water · Bay Of Islands
Swim with wild dolphins on a Dolphin Encounter tour
Swim with wild dolphins on a Dolphin Encounter tour ($135-185 NZD)
- Price
- NZ$135–185
Food · Bay Of Islands
Visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds for Maori cultural performances and history
Getting to Bay Of Islands
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