Property Location Located in Taupo, Finlay Jack's Backpackers is minutes from Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and Barbary. This hostel is within close proximity of Taupo Bungy and Taupo Hot Springs.
Room
Amenities Make use of convenient amenities such as wireless Internet access (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills.Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Pricing
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At Travel Concierge, we take pride in being able to negotiate the best holiday deals at Finlay Jack's Backpackers. Use the search form below to find holiday prices at Finlay Jack's Backpackers. Our Finlay Jack's Backpackers holiday search will provide prices up to 11 months in advance of departure. We can book Taupo holidays at Finlay Jack's Backpackers in 2026 and 2027. For all Finlay Jack's Backpackers 2026 holidays and Finlay Jack's Backpackers 2027 holidays you will have to call us for pricing.
Location
Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 11 guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Wireless Internet access (surcharge) is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.
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Reviews
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Rating
308 Reviews
Average ratings
TripAdvisor Traveller reviews
KiwiKid0
One of the best hostels anywhere
Stayed here three days and enjoyed the whole experience. The hostel is spotlessly clean, the most important thing for me and the double room though sparse was very comfortable and cosy. Great bed...
Dazzer999
Taupo backackers
A great location in Taupō. Friendly staff and a relaxed vibe at this backpackers. Rooms are a little tired, but adequate. Communal areas are clean and functional. Free tea and coffee make up for no...
Kristin F
Perfect hostel experience in Taupo
A perfect hostel experience! The staff were lovely, the kitchen was clean and the bedrooms were very cozy. A cute garden with flowers, hammocks and benches to relax outdoors gave it the little extra...
