Taupo Urban Retreat
65 Heuheu Street, Taupo 3330 New Zealand
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Welcome to Taupo Urban Retreat! Free WIFI, comfy beds and hot, high-pressure showers. we are just a couple of streets away from the busiest bars and restaurants and the shores of the stunning Great Lake Taupo - yet far enough away to get a good night’s sleep. We are only minutes away from the bus stop and supermarkets, and there is plenty of free off-street parking available. Help yourself to our free tea and coffee too, mingle in our in-house guest bar, soak up some rays in our sunny garden courtyard, or snuggle up with a good book in your dorm room. Our friendly staff can help you book your activities including the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, Skydiving, Bungy jumping, Jet boats or Rafting. Whether you’re looking to spend or save we can help you fill your day! Still have energy to burn? We have bikes for hire at reception so your adventure begins at our front door.
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Free parking
Free internet
Bar / lounge
Bicycle rental
Game room
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Self-serve laundry
Wifi
Paid wifi
Vending machine
Billiards
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Shared kitchen
Shared lounge / TV area
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65 Heuheu Street, Taupo 3330 New Zealand
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My partner received a telephone call to confirm booking. Upon arrival we forgot to read our email about instructions to key code for door & placement of key. The owners are down to earth & very friendly. Accomodation met our needs & is affordable clean, tidy & orderly. The premises is located in town close to everything. We were very pleased with our short stay & we will be definitely recommending & booking again :)
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Brilliant hostel: stylee / textural: super clean. Bunk bed with lake view, albeit over Parisian rooftops! Urban meets wilderness. Super service too. Very well designed: feature timber floor: shall def return.
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Date of stay: March 2021Trip type: Travelled solo
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I would recommend Urban Retreat. A little gem in the centre of town but in a quiet spot with a lovely garden. Close to i site and bus stops All the usual amenities you would expect from a well managed backpackers. Areas to mingle or Relax in the TV lounge Good choice of rooms at reasonable prices & very friendly LOTS to see and explore in Taupo . I am staying a while !
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Date of stay: October 2020
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Twin private room upstair with very nice mountain view. Kitchen is well equipped, with freezer :) Wifi is only accessible in the bar/ kitchen area. Plenty of shared toilets and bathrooms and they are clean.
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Date of stay: June 2020
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The showers on the upstairs corridor were genuinely the best I've had in NZ - one even has beautiful views of the lake and mountains. Apart from the wonderful heat and water pressure of the showers, the hostel is lovely. In such a great location only a street away from everything in town and the lake, with free and easy parking. The bedrooms are clean, bunks sturdy and there are loads of little chillout areas to make yourself at home. A really nice, convenient place to stay and go exploring.
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Date of stay: June 2020Trip type: Travelled solo
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Had the best stay at Taupo Urban Retreat. The staff were super friendly and really helpful with booking our activities. The kitchen was kept very clean and the bar was really cheap! Will definitely be staying again if passing back through Taupo!
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Date of stay: May 2020Trip type: Travelled with friends
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My husband and I stayed just one night during our visit to Taupo. Our 4-bed dorm room was small but comfortable. The beds were really cosy. Not too many plug outlets and no lockers though. Downstairs showers (next to the laundry room) were clean and really hot. (I didnt use the ones on our floor, but I think they were busier.) Bar in the hostel. We didnt use the kitchen area. Taupo itself is really cool!
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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I've been to New Zealand twice now and on both occasions have stayed at Taupo Urban Retreat. It's just the best - clean rooms; friendly and super helpful staff; great atmpshere AND they offer a monster deal on their chilli! Honestly if you stay there (and you SHOULD when in Taupo) then try their chilli. They also have an on-site bar so that's fun, said that it is not a party hostel and you can have a good night sleep. 100% recommend this hostel!
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Date of stay: December 2019
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We stayed in a four person dorm for a couple of nights and it was one of the nicer hostel experiences we had in NZ. The beds were comfortable, the sheets were clean, the room was tidy and not too cramped. The room also had good wifi. The kitchen area is open with plenty of shelf- and fridge space for visitors and has plenty of equipment you can use. There's a pub in reception, you can have your drinks outside in the garden or in the dining area. The staff is friendly and cooperative. You can also order dinner (chili) from reception, and it's delicious. The location is very convenient as it's only a short walk away from the i-site, the lake and Pak-n-save.
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Date of stay: December 2019
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Not a bad hostel, has good deals on drinks and dinner. Bathrooms were okay, not the best facilities but clean and hot showers so good enough. The beds were terrible though. Foam mattresses so worn through that I was sleeping on the slats. Very uncomfortable. Apart from that though, this hostel is decent and in a great location being close to lots of activities and sights in the area
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Frequently Asked Questions about Taupo Urban Retreat
Which popular attractions are close to Taupo Urban Retreat?
Nearby attractions include Lake Taupo (0.3 km), Lake Taupo (0.3 km), and Taupo Museum (0.3 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Taupo Urban Retreat?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a lounge, free parking, and free internet access.
What food & drink options are available at Taupo Urban Retreat?
Guests can enjoy a lounge and barbeque facilities during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Taupo Urban Retreat?
Conveniently located restaurants include Malabar Nepalese and Indian Kitchen, Incredible India Restaurant and Bar, and Master of India.
Is Taupo Urban Retreat located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.3 km away from the centre of Taupo.