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Turtle Cove Accommodation - Hostel

1.0 star property
Suburban hostel within easy reach of Buffalo Beach

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Billiards
Cathedral Cabin, Shared Bathroom

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8.4 out of 10
Very good
Turtle Cove Accommodation - Hostel is a haven near Buffalo Beach, where you can start the day with a hearty breakfast. Enjoy relaxing moments in the garden or on the sunny terrace, and challenge friends to a game of billiards. Previous guests have loved their stay.

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Non-smoking
  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (10)

  • Near the beach
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (4)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited onsite parking

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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room, Private Bathroom

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Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Lonely Bay Cabin, Shared Bathroom

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Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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HaHei Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

HaHei Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

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Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Ensuite Room

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Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Cathedral Cabin, Shared Bathroom

Cathedral Cabin, Shared Bathroom

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Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room, Shared Bathroom

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room, Shared Bathroom

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Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room, Shared Bathroom

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room, Shared Bathroom

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Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Map
14 Bryce Street, Whitianga, 3510

What's nearby

  • Mercury Bay Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Buffalo Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cathedral Cove - 39 min drive - 36.7 km
  • Cooks Beach - 52 min drive - 36.9 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The French Fig - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Coroglen Tavern - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Beach Takeaway - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Espy Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Turtle Cove Accommodation - Hostel

Enjoy your visit to Whitianga with a stay at Turtle Cove Accommodation - Hostel. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and scuba diving. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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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
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Children

    • Children (17 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
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Parking

    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol served onsite
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Hot springs nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 2005
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Freshen up

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

Fees & policies

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Turtle Cove Accommodation
Turtle Cove Accommodation Hostel
Turtle Cove Accommodation Hostel Whitianga
Turtle Cove Accommodation Whitianga
Turtle Cove Accommodation Hos
Turtle Cove Accommodation - Hostel Whitianga

Frequently asked questions

Does Turtle Cove Accommodation - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Turtle Cove Accommodation - Hostel 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Turtle Cove Accommodation - Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Turtle Cove Accommodation - Hostel?

Yes. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Turtle Cove Accommodation - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Turtle Cove Accommodation - Hostel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and hiking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Turtle Cove Accommodation - Hostel like?

Turtle Cove Accommodation - Hostel is a short 2-minute drive from Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) and 11 minutes' walk from Buffalo Beach.

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Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Nice budget stay

Not a five star hotel experience but good place to crash for the night and explore whitianga, cathedral cove and the area.
Nikita, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice place to stay

Refreshing hostel. Finally a hostel that isn't trying to get as much money from it's guests as possible. Free wifi, free breakfast that includes toast, butter, jam, cereal and milk. Pool table in the back. Friendly staff, clean common rooms. Close to the supermarkets and a couple blocks from the town center. Only negative was there wasn't much of a social atmosphere, but i was there during low season.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Quality hostel

Easy walk into town, decent hostel
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, Comfortable, and Secure Hostel

My stay at Turtlecove Accommodation was very comfortable, and I would highly recommend it to travelers passing through Whitianga. It is located within walking distance of the town centre, two grocery stores, and a number of lovely beaches. The staff members were extremely helpful and the facilities were kept very clean. The rooms were tidy and well ventilated and the common areas were spacious.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place!

I was only for a one night stay but would be worth staying a couple of night. Great to meet new people! Nice clean room.
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Great stay aside from loud guests

The accommodation was nice and exactly what expected from a backpackers hotel. The kitchen was nice and clean. Very rowdy guests were staying when we stayed and made us feel unsafe during the night. They were up until about 2-3am and got into a fight with other guests. Other than the guests, a very comfortable stay & would recommend. Very close to the beach and shops and safe neighborhood.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Dece

Decent place. A little noisy because private rooms are adjacent to bathrooms or kitchen, but the sound was minimal at night because they close the common areas. Friendly staff.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Quiet place to relax

We only stayed one night, but it was a great place to relax after travels around the Coromandel with some peace and quiet. Has everything you need. Great value for money if you're not wanting to spend too much on accommodation.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Coromandel stay

This was our first experience of a backpacker's hostel and we didn't know what to expect. We were more than happy with tbe room and the facilities were clean and nearby. We were probably the oldest couple on the site but this won't put us off 'backpacking' again as everybody was really friendly and helpful.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice location and very helpful staff!

Location was great and staff were very accomadating. Free parking was available and staff were willing to give advice based not there local knowledge. Enjoyed my stay and would definitely go back!
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Accessible, affordable and comfortable

Stayed here for a weekend while visiting Whitianga - all of the main attractions are a bus/ferry/walk away, and there are plenty of good food places nearby. Staff were helpful and friendly, and the room was clean (we stayed in an ensuite double room). Overall, a very positive experience and would definitely stay here again.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place!!

Great place!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Loved it

Clean and very nice
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Turtle Cove Is Cozy

Turtle Cove is a Backpacker or Hostel. We had a room with twin beds, which we knew about before we booked. Our hosts were very helpful even lending us shovels for digging at the Hot Water Beach. Breakfast of cereal, toast, coffee and fruit was substantial. We particularly enjoyed meeting other travelers. We could not have had a better location. So happy we stayed there.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Facilities: Home away from home; Service: Go the extra mile; Cabin was great for 3 of us. Clothes line between cabins would be good for togs & towels. We used the power cords instead.
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

Good value

Good, clean accomodation in a good location for restaurants and bars in town. Great value as includes basic breakfast.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Clean & Comfortable

Very comfortable hostel. Rooms were lovely with plenty heating etc. Showers & toilets nearby. Would use again.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Facilities: Modern; Value: Affordable; Service: Courteous; Cleanliness: Pleasant;
Verified Wotif guest review

4/10 Fair

If you are not a backpacker, stay somewhere else

The only room with an ensuite at this place is of a size of a shoebox, located in the middle of the kitchen and 'entertainment area' where a dozen of backpacker are cooking their meals, laughing and drinking from early morning till late. Linens and pillowcases are really old. The breakfast (which included bread, butter spread, two jams and a cereal on the counter) can not be a reason to stay here either. Overall impression, this is a paradise for backpackers and a nightmare for all the rest. It was the worst accomodation in NZ for the money we paid.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Facilities: clean and well presented; Value: Bargain; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Spotless; Short walk to town centre
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

Right in the middle of town

Convenient location. Reasonable room. The cooking utensils in the common kitchen need up graded
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Expensive for what you get

Rooms okay, very small, beds comfortable. Shared baths were really shared. Two showers in one room. Only one toilet in another room. Had to ring for front desk if you wanted anyone, they were never there. Nothing close in the neighborhood but Whitianga is not big so easy to walk around.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Facilities: Outstanding; Value: A steal; Service: Remarkable, Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Spotless;
Verified Wotif guest review