Riverstone Backpackers

Set in a leafy residential neighbourhood 1 kilometre from State Highway 1, this laid-back hostel is a 7-minute walk from Volcanic Activity Centre and a 5-minute walk from Rafting New Zealand.

Featuring free Wi-Fi and shared bathrooms, the relaxed accommodations include rooms, and dorms with bunk beds. Upgraded rooms add en suite bathrooms.

Amenities include a communal lounge with a TV, and a kitchen for guest use. There's also a garden and a deck.