The Ohakune Central Backpackers & Cabins

Property class: 1.5
Hostel in Ohakune

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The Ohakune Central Backpackers & Cabins puts you a short five-minute drive from Tongariro National Park. Free perks include WiFi and self-parking.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • BBQ(s)
  • Free self-parking

Room options

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Family Cabin

  • 32 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Queen One Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin One Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Apartment

  • Mountain view
  • 85 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Map
2 Moore St, Ohakune, Manawatu-Wanganui, 4625

What's nearby

  • Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Big Carrot - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ohakune Disc Golf - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Tongariro National Park - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Turoa Ski Area - 25 min drive - 26.5 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 102 min drive
  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain Kebabs - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Powderkeg - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Utopia Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kings Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Ohakune Central Backpackers & Cabins

  • The Ohakune Central Backpackers & Cabins puts you a short five-minute drive from Tongariro National Park. Free perks include WiFi and self-parking.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 13 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Skiing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Library
  • Television in common areas

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property class

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Also known as

Ohakune Central Backpackers Hostel
Ohakune Central Backpackers
The Ohakune Central Backpackers
The Ohakune Central Backpackers & Cabins Ohakune

Frequently asked questions

Does The Ohakune Central Backpackers & Cabins offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Ohakune Central Backpackers & Cabins does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Ohakune Central Backpackers & Cabins?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Ohakune Central Backpackers & Cabins?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ohakune Central Backpackers & Cabins?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

What is there to do at The Ohakune Central Backpackers & Cabins and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities such as skiing. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around The Ohakune Central Backpackers & Cabins like?

The Ohakune Central Backpackers & Cabins is a short 11-minute walk from Big Carrot and 17 minutes' walk from Ohakune Disc Golf.

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Reviews

The Ohakune Central Backpackers & Cabins Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Exceptional

Room was super clean and tidy. Great facilities. Staff were very welcoming and helpful. Awesome location. Highly recommend.
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8/10 Very good

Perfect accommodation for a ski weekend trip

Basic accommodation, clean and convenient. Everything you need for a short weekend ski trip. Very good communication regarding our late arrival. Good value, recommended
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10/10 Exceptional

Will visit again

Love it. So clean and comfortable.
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10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location, very warm. Facilities clean and 10/10 service.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and freshly refurbished . Warm and comfortable , great common room and kitchen and spa was spotless, hot and crystal Clear and clean . Great spot, great value , will be back 🤗👍
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10/10 Exceptional

It´s our 2nd time staying at this motel in Ohakune and it has always been a pleasant stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

Well recommended

This was a great friendly place to stay. Both staff and guests were very easy to get on with and very accomodating as well
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10/10 Exceptional

Overall a good stay.Nice, clean unit. Just perfect for a solo traveler.Located right in the centre of the town.
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice room good reception would stay again
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8/10 Very good

We had a double room. Clean and tidy, not huge. Brief walk to "central" Ohakune with cafes shops etc. Worked out very well.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were an excellent help, so nice and accomodating. The wifi is superb. The hot tub doesn't hurt. Overall a fantastic deal. Would stay again. And due to certain circumstances, we did.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and helpful staff. Affordable price.
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10/10 Exceptional

Really enjoyed our stay here. Room was better than we imagined. Clean n tidy and warm. Great location close to town. And the spa pool was great after a day out on the snow.
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10/10 Exceptional

Exactly what we were looking for to sort out a last minute ski trip. Communication with Dennis was excellent, key was available for a late check in and the lights and heaters were on for a nice welcome.
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8/10 Very good

I stayed there for 2 night and it was an excellent service with an affordable price. Looking forward to staying again. Thank you
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10/10 Exceptional

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10/10 Exceptional