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By going with a hostel, you can spend less on lodging and set aside more of your money for going out during your trip. You’ll find local tours and other activities to enjoy, and the beaches create an appealing natural setting.

These dorm-style accommodations come in many shapes and sizes, but they have a few things in common, including budget prices, a social atmosphere and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).

Ready to book a hostel? These options have the highest reviews from our guests and might be a good place to start looking: Centabay Lodge - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Bay of Islands. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and an arcade/games room, as well as tour/ticket assistance. You’ll find towels, hairdryers and bed sheets in all rooms. Haka House Bay of Islands - Located within a 5-minute walk of Bay of Islands. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, tour/ticket assistance and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers and hairdryers. Palm Tree Lodge & Backpackers - Located within a 20-minute walk of Bay of Islands. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets. Bay of Islands Lodge - Located within a 5-minute walk of Bay of Islands. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets. Base Bay of Islands - Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Bay of Islands. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool, as well as a bar. Rooms come with towels, showers and TVs.

If you’re in the market for an affordable place to stay in Paihia, one of Expedia’s 6 hostels could be a great choice.

The weather is important when you’re discovering new places, so here’s a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Paihia is 1139 mm.

Generally, Paihia is known for its beaches, dolphins and local tours. Get out into nature with places such as Paihia Beach, Bay of Islands and Opua Forest. Cultural attractions include Hundertwasser Public Toilets, Pompallier Mission and Russell Museum. Locals like to shop at The Old Packhouse Market.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Paihia on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands), 10.2 mi (16.5 km) away from the city centre.