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Centabay Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a hot tub, a short walk to Bay of Islands

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Outdoor spa tub
Fireplace
Basic Shared Dormitory (5 or 6 Bed)
Front of property - evening/night
Studio | Living area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$83
includes taxes & fees
12 June - 13 June

Room options

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Studio

Studio

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Double or Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Basic Shared Dormitory (5 or 6 Bed)

Basic Shared Dormitory (5 or 6 Bed)

Highlights

Heating
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Map
27 Selwyn Road, Paihia, Bay of Island, 0200

What's nearby

  • Paihia Wharf - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Paihia Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Haruru Falls - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Russell Beach - 27 min drive - 15.4 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Marina Cafe Opua - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hone's Garden - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Paihia Wharf - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Charlotte’s Kitchen - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Centabay Lodge - Hostel

Hostel near Bay of Islands
At Centabay Lodge - Hostel, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and an arcade/games room. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Express check-out, a front desk safe and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket information, a billiards/pool table and smoke-free property
  • A TV in reception, a vending machine and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Centabay Lodge - Hostel include amenities, such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens and heating

Languages

English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish

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includes taxes & fees
12 June - 13 June
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

Property is also known as

Centabay Lodge Paihia
Centabay Paihia
Centabay
Centabay Lodge
Centabay Lodge - Hostel Paihia
Centabay Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Centabay Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Paihia

Frequently asked questions

Is Centabay Lodge - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Centabay Lodge - Hostel?

As of 11 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Centabay Lodge - Hostel on 12 June 2025 start from AU$82.57, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Centabay Lodge - Hostel?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Centabay Lodge - Hostel?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Centabay Lodge - Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Centabay Lodge - Hostel located?

Situated near the beach, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Bay of Islands, Paihia Wharf and Te Ti Bay. Paihia Beach and St Paul’s Church are also within 10 minutes.

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Centabay Lodge - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 99 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

the big T.V was everything 🙌 😍 Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

The location was perfect for our requirements.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Nice and clean, walking distance to everything, friendly staff, had everything we needed and the price was right.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

Good price, gret location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Friendly helpful checkin/ good shared kitchen/ nice garden/ hot tub & games room a plus/ clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10

Quiet, comfortable location walking distance from the center of Paihia.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10

Very nice and central
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10

Was handy to the town centre and easy to find . Staff were friendly 😀
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10

Check in was easy. Staff friendly and courteous. Gave clear instructions about property. Centabay Lodge so handy for the Banana boat ocean series swim between Paihia and Russell. Thank you for a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10

It was good for a short stay. It is close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Enjoyed very much. Will definitely stay again. Nice room, good position to waterfront, and friendly owner. Enjoyed our time immensely.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Studio was prefect size, plenty of room. Walkable to everything in Paihia. Really happy with our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

Good central location & value for money. A little noisy at night time. Staff were excellent & very helpful thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10

Veey handy to everything in central piahia. Had studio unit 3 singles perfect for what we needed. And reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10

First time staying in a backpackers motel. Although we got a room with an ensuite, the atmosphere being around other people was fun facilities were good and close to everything in the township. Only thing was the parking is limited based on a first come first serve basis which was ok with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10

For the number of people staying there, it needed more toilets. The staff were great. Liked the spar pool.

10/10

Studio room in a hostel. Lovely staff. Clean all round. Room of a decent size with newly fitted kitchen and cooker in good condition
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10

The best service from a human I have experienced at a hostel. She was great. Only had 2 toilets and showers, which is not enough (one toilet was out of service.) room was only 5 beds which is very nice. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10

Everything seems to be a bit damp inside, but maybe that's just a Paihia thing...
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10

Our room was pretty dated and small but had everything you needed. Lovely fluffy towels and soap supplied. No toilet paper in the communal bathroom. Kitchen area is really spacious and well stocked. Lots of fridge space and well set out.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10

Comfy beds. Quiet considering it is next to the fire department. Kitchen could use a little work or at least people could clean up after themselves (maybe this is just the old person in me). 😀. Bathrooms all in good shape and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10

room was alright and as on the photos, but noisy and busy/crowded around the clock, (mixed) bathroom was below expectations and disappointing. Probably good place to stay if you want to meet new people, but would not recommend if you want to relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

It was very hot without ac but I knew that going in. Nice for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10

Would only recommend to people under 25 / hardly got any sleep as walls are paper thin - might as well of been a curtain, noisy people in other rooms till 1.30am Facilities were not maintained very well & had to wait at least an hour or so each night to cook or get a table - tip do that at 5pm. Stayed at a number of lodges & caravan parks while in NZ, none were like this one. Lucky it was our first stay on our trip & would rate it as our worst experience in over a months travelling.

8/10

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025