Centabay Lodge
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#11 of 14 hostels in Paihia
4.5 of 5 bubbles
Location
3.5 of 5 bubbles
Rooms
3.7 of 5 bubbles
Value
3.5 of 5 bubbles
Cleanliness
3.7 of 5 bubbles
Service
3.3 of 5 bubbles
Sleep Quality
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HOTEL CLASS
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2.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Budget
Languages Spoken
English, French, Spanish, German and 1 more
Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Hot bath
Vending machine
Bicycle rental
Canoeing
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
BBQ facilities
Secured parking
Wifi
Game room
Hiking
Billiards
Darts
Table tennis
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Shared kitchen
Shared lounge / TV area
Sun terrace
Laundry service
Room features
Safe
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Kitchenette
Hair dryer

Location

27 Selwyn Road, Paihia 0200 New Zealand
Getting there
Great for walkers
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Grade: 96 out of 100
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Kerikeri Airport
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Whangarei Airport
59.9 km
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Candice W wrote a review Jan 2020
Brisbane, Australia
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Overall a good stay. We were in a twin room with shared bathroom. Definitely think they need some more showers and toilets located throughout the hostel. There was only one upstairs and there was soooo many products like razors and shampoo bottles in the shower too. People should clean their stuff up or it should be emptied daily by staff. Only issue we had here was parking. Our car got blocked in by someone who stays in the hostel and had gone to work... we were delayed almost 2 hrs because of this so lucky we didn’t have a flight or anything. The girl on reception was lovely and knew who’s car it was so she sent a message to the owner. But she didn’t reply... We Could tell the staff member felt bad. But An hour later a gentleman who works there asked us what we were waiting for and we explained the situation, he then went to get the keys from the owner to let us out. Thankfully he did and we could get on with our day. So just be careful where you park and book a room with your own en-suite if you can. 😂 Otherwise good price and nice people!
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Date of stay: December 2019Trip type: Travelled with friends
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TravellinStallion wrote a review Aug 2024
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Booked a private double bed room which was comfortable and spacious. Room had everything we needed for our stay.
Located in the township. Close walk to the wharf & shops.
Only issue is the parking. Only a few available onsite otherwise there is off street parking but has to be moved at a specific time. This is also a backpackers so there are shared spaces available & kitchen for cooking.
Staff were friendly and helpful.
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Travelled on business
Room Tip: Parking availability. Only a few onsite available.
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Caitlyn L wrote a review Jan 2016
Perth, Australia
3.0 of 5 bubbles
I stayed here for a week in November. While the weekly rate was the cheapest around, the hostel was dirty and smelly. In a dorm room of 5 people, our floor was not vacuumed once and our bin was not emptied once, despite it overflowing. The kitchen smelled too. The management was friendly and the price cheap, but overall not the best.
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Date of stay: November 2015Trip type: Travelled solo
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Chiara M wrote a review Dec 2024
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Great vibe, great price. I felt at home. I arrived late in the evening, but the owner waited for me. Full of young happy people. There's also a hot pool, but I didn't stay long enough to try it. The kitchen is big and fully equipped. The bathroom facilities are well distributed. The location is perfect, just a couple of minutes from the maritime station where all boat and bus tours/trips depart.
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Date of stay: December 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled solo
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Marie B wrote a review Jan 2025
Auckland, New Zealand
5.0 of 5 bubbles
What a fantastic place to stay. We had 3 self contained rooms, all beautiful and clean.
The manager was very helpful.
Nothing was a problem, great meeting the different people staying there.
The bbq area was set up is a great location for many people to sit around.
Very handy to town.
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Date of stay: December 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: A perfect place to stay and meet people from all over the world.
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Oliver F wrote a review Feb 2024
2.0 of 5 bubbles
We found the hostel facilities here to be perfectly decent but our two night stay was really marred by the bad attitude of the owner. In every interaction we had with him he was rude, unsmiling and weirdly accusatory and hostile, even though we had done nothing wrong and had nothing to complain about in turn. Other staff were friendly and helpful but with so many lovely places to stay in Paihia we'd recommend avoiding the bad atmosphere at Centabay Lodge.
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Date of stay: February 2024
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
1.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Catrin J wrote a review Mar 2024
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Avoid this hostel if you can.

Booked and paid for 1 family room $140 and didnt get much sleep. People screaming and shouting into the early hours, walls wafer thin, rooms hot and humid, bathroom dated and in need of upgrade.

Overall, feel (in comparison to other accomodation) it was waaaay overrated.You dont get what you payn for in this instance.
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Date of stay: March 2024
1.0 of 5 bubblesValue
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
2.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Mfita wrote a review Jan 2021
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Centabay lodge back packer hostel accommodation in Paihia was alright. When I came with my family for a visit and for
Accommodation the white guy owner/manager was rude and aggressive communicating to customers. He doesn’t like to greet and smile to customers I felt intimidated and sad. The room was average, the bathroom was average, the toilet is dirty etc. The bed wasn’t comfortable and the room get hot in the night but there is fan though. The owner/ manager is very stingy and unwelcoming and rude.
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Date of stay: January 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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keith m wrote a review Jan 2020
London, United Kingdom
2.0 of 5 bubbles
I've stayed in many backpackers hostels and have always got what I booked but not this time. My Booking.com confirmation clearly showed a room with two pairs of bunk beds and a single bed in a 'dorm for 5 people'. My booking clearly stated 'single bed' I was told 'we do not offer specific beds, you get what's available'. NO. I get a refund (which I did for 2 of the 3 nights I had booked) and go elsewhere.
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Date of stay: January 2020
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
2.0 of 5 bubblesService
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Dakota Varcoe wrote a review Jul 2020
Wellington, New Zealand
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Booked this place for one night since this was the cheapest place I could find in Paihia, and I guess you really do get what you pay for. The staff were rude and condescending, my room was cold and dirty with rubbish across the floor, and after going into the common room to warm up I found myself surrounded by people heavily drinking, smoking weed and vaping indoors. I didn't bother hanging around after that - found myself a much nicer place to stay the night.
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Date of stay: July 2020Trip type: Travelled solo
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Marie B wrote a tip Jan 2025
Auckland, New Zealand55 contributions8 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"A perfect place to stay and meet people from all over the world."
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TravellinStallion wrote a tip Aug 2024
41 contributions5 helpful votes
3.0 of 5 bubbles
"Parking availability. Only a few onsite available."
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_grass_esposti wrote a tip Jan 2019
Matakana, New Zealand23 contributions8 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Definitely book a large upper private suite"
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RRMalar wrote a tip Mar 2018
Melaka, Malaysia28 contributions7 helpful votes
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"Need to know it is Backpackers lodge. Well equipped kitchen for your own cooking."
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taniamr2017 wrote a tip Jan 2018
Whangarei, New Zealand30 contributions9 helpful votes
3.0 of 5 bubbles
"For quiet, book a room upstairs facing the road."
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PRICE RANGE
$93 - $98 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandNorth IslandNorthland RegionBay of IslandsPaihia
NUMBER OF ROOMS
25
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Frequently Asked Questions about Centabay Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to Centabay Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Paihia Harbour (0.2 km), St Paul's Anglican Church (0.4 km), and The Cabbage Tree Shop (0.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Centabay Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and a hot tub.
What food & drink options are available at Centabay Lodge?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Centabay Lodge?
Yes, free parking, secured parking, and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Centabay Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Third Wheel Coffee Co., Terra Restaurant, and JFC Paihia.
Is Centabay Lodge located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.1 km away from the centre of Paihia.
Are pets allowed at Centabay Lodge?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Centabay Lodge?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, and Portuguese.
Are there any historical sites close to Centabay Lodge?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Pompallier Mission and Printery (3.3 km), Waitangi Treaty Grounds (1.7 km), and Flagstaff Hill (3.9 km).
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