Description: Somewhere to stay away from the hustle, bustle and noise of a big city (which lets face it can keep you awake at night!) - but close (3km to city centre) to all Auckland has to offer?

Somewhere comfortable, clean, with style and atmosphere?

Oaklands Lodge may be exactly what you are looking for. We are a small owner-operated hostel in a quiet, (no through traffic), tree lined street on the slopes of Mt. Eden offering affordable accommodation for independent travellers. You will find us great value for your money as well as having a great time.

Oaklands Lodge is consistently rated one of Auckland's top backpacker hostels (BBH survey) and is proud to have been recognised by Let's Go (the world's best selling travel guide) and being able to display Let's Go Recommends 2000, 2001 & 2003 'for being one of the very best... as one of a small number of establishments to receive this commendation.' Lonely Planet 2002 states 'Oaklands is another laid back place setting a high standard'

The Lodge is a large two storied house built in the late Victorian era. It has has been recently renovated and includes a large kitchen, separate dining room/games room, TV lounge as well as a garden BBQ area.

In our games room you can play games or music or just chat. If you just want to relax, we have a reading room, you can watch TV or sit out in the garden. You'll never be far from friends and family with STD phones, a fax service and the Internet available for sending and receiving Email.

Our office is open from 8.30am -1.00pm and 4.00pm to 8.30pm. We may be able to accommodate arrivals outside these times if you let us know when you making the booking. Our normal check in time is 12.00 noon but if you are arriving earlier than that we will do our best to have your room ready as quickly as possible.

So don't miss out when you travel to Auckland. Come and stay with us and enjoy our hospitality. We look forward to welcoming you. We pride ourselves on being the best and friendliest backpacker Auckland accommodation.

Type: Hostels

• Amenities:
  Internet Access, Linen Included, Towels, Luggage Storage, Guest Kitchen, Telephone/Fax Facilities, Telephone/Fax Facilities, Travel Desk/Travel Info, Common Room, BBQ Area, WiFi in lobby, Web access in lobby, WiFi in room