Waiheke Backpackers Hostel

This hostel is truly a little paradise! I felt very welcomed and well looked after during my stay. Every corner—the rooms, the kitchen, the bathrooms, and the common areas—is spotless and cozy. The outdoor area is simply magical, with a breathtaking view of the ocean. But what makes this place unforgettable are the people. Victoria and Diego are the heart and soul of the hostel, radiating warmth and kindness, and the entire staff is equally amazing—friendly, attentive, and always ready to share a smile or a conversation. I felt completely at home here, like a second home far away from my own.

Amazing hostel! The staff were incredible especially Diego, he recommended us walks and was very helpful during our stay. The hostel is right next to the beach and a bus stop so it’s easy to get around the island. Just a really nice vibe place!

The staff were AMAZING highlight of the accommodation. They gave good help and advice on what to do on the island. The rooms were comfortable. Kitchen was well maintained and clean as well as the bathrooms. One of the best backpackers hostels I have been to. Thank you so much.

8 days in paradise And I’m not just talking about the view. Traveling is much more than finding a good bed, a nice kitchen, or being close to the center. It’s about feeling at home, even far away from home — and that’s exactly what I found here. A big thanks to Diego, Vic, and the rest of the team for always being welcoming, helpful, and ready with advice about the island. Even on rainy days, they didn’t hesitate to offer a lift or a hand when needed. If you’re looking for a place that’s more than just a stay — a place where the vibe feels right — you’ll find it here. Highly recommended!

Very friendly staff. The room was clean, and it felt very safe. Strongly recommend! The hostel is located a 5 min walk from a beautiful beach.

Loved the island and had a great time at the hostel, the people working there are very friendly and helpful and make you feel at home. The kitchen is big and well equipped so there’s space for everyone and you can sit outside with the best view on the sea while eating dinner! They have hot and spacey showers, games and recommendations for around the island! Would always stay again :)

This hostel has soo beautiful views and a calm atmosphere! The stairs are great, you can run there and go for a swim afterwards! I came for 3 days, stayed for 8 nights. Diego is so welcoming and hospitable, mil gracias! :) I hope to be back to this hostel one day!

This place is an absolute dream. The staff are welcoming and friendly, they’re always working hard to make sure the hostel is the nicest it can be. Considering the amount of people using the shared facilities they are maintained to a very high standard. All staff also had great local knowledge and helped me plan my adventures around the island. 5 min walk to a glorious beach! I loved it here and will certainly be back. Thank you Waiheke Backpacker Hostel, you’re awesome ✨

The location of this backpackers on Waitangi Island is spectacular, and while there is not much of a view from the actual hostel, it's only a short walk down to the beautiful Onetangi Beach. When I say a short walk, there are actually like 200 stairs to descend, but it doesn't take very long and the beach is worth the walk. It's climbing back up which is the shit part anyway. The backpackers itself doesn't have that much going for it in terms of the actual rooms and the condition of the place, but it is a backpackers don't forget, and it is cheap; You can't really expect a resort. The Staff are nice, and I met some good people here. As there are not many cheap accommodation options on Waiheke Island, this hostel is a decent and inexpensive place to stay.