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Attention all adventurous travellers! If you're in search of some hot travelling tips, look no further. Our blogs are tailor-made for budget-conscious globetrotters like you, offering a wealth of information on affordable travel options, exhilarating events to fuel your wanderlust, and adrenaline-pumping adventures that will leave you with unforgettable memories.

Our friendly team is here to provide personalized advice, ensuring you navigate uncharted territories with confidence and make the most of your adventures in the beautiful Bay of Plenty....

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Working holidays visas return

It's the moment that we all have been waiting for.....time to starting welcoming all the amazing working holiday visa holders back into our country. Did we miss you? Absolutely!

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Kiwifruit Picking season

The kiwifruit picking season is almost underway! Yay!

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Waterfall Adventures in the Bay

There’s nothing better than to sit back and relax by the serenity of a waterfall. New Zealand has lots of hidden gems amazing waterfalls. We have created the ultimate list for you to go explore, hike, swim and have a picnic by the most beautiful waterfalls around the Bay of…

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Christmas in Mount Maunganui, New Zealand

It’s that time of year when people gather when family and friends to celebrate the holidays—however, this looks a bit different when you’re celebrating in New Zealand! Here are some of the things you can expect if you’re spending the holidays with us at Pacific Coast Lodge…

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Top 10 Things to Do in Mount Maunganui

When the Surf is Flat there is heaps to do and explore!

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Our Commitment to Sustainability

At Pacific Coast Lodge, we have a long-standing commitment to recycling and promoting sustainability in the tourism industry. Recently, we were just award the Gold Level by Tauranga’s Resource Wise Program—a huge achievement and one that we’d like to share with you!

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Life at Pacific Coast Lodge

Pacific Coast Lodge is not just a hostel—it’s a place where memories are made! We went around and asked our guests a few questions about what makes our hostel different from others in New Zealand. Here’s what they had to say

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5 Tips for backpacking in NZ

No matter where you end up in beautiful Aotearoa, you’re going to want to be outside. From sandy Mount Maunganui to snowy peaks in Queenstown and Wanaka, all the best stuff happens outdoors.

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What makes New Zealand 'Kiwi As'

So you're thinking of whether or not you should hop across the 'ditch' to visit New Zealand? We might be a little biased, but we've gathered a few of the special things that you'll find here in our little island nation, these are the things that make us 'Kiwi As!'

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People Say...

- Awesome Mount Accommodation -

"The whole accommodation has a good vibe, great music in the common areas during the day. Many possibilities for spending free time, cooking, relaxing. The beds were very comfortable and everything was very clean. I definitely recommend and hope to come back here again! "

- Wonderful place 💛 -

"The relaxed and welcoming atmosphere made me feel at home from the moment I arrived. The staff went above and beyond to ensure that I had a fantastic experience throughout my stay. Their exceptional service, friendliness, and attentiveness truly made a difference."

- Best Backpackers in NZ! -

"Pacific Coast Lodge is one of the best hostel that I have ever stayed in. It has a big clean kitchen, a nice tv room with Netflix (which is especially nice in rainy days when everyone snuggle all together), the staff is so nice and the vibes are immaculate. If you wanna stay longterm and make loads of friends it’s the place to go."

- 5/5 The most fun hostel I've ever been! -

"The energy of this hostel is the best thing about it! Eating meals listening to music, finding fun people to talk to, it was undoubtedly the hostel with the most focus of cool people I have ever been! Would go back again a thousand times!"

- 5/5 Great for surfers! -

"Location was awesome, close to the surf break, and they offer free surf boards! Bright, friendly hostel, with nice people. Big lounge, large communal kitchen which was neat and clean. The ping-pong table was also a highlight."

- 5/5 Perfect for Groups! -

""What a neat experience, they went above and beyond to make sure our school group had everything we needed. The  Backpackers has a awesome vibe, is very clean and is an affordable way to stay with large groups. Highly recommended - we will be back!"."

- 5/5 Favourite hostel in NZ -

"Amazing hostel! Extremely friendly staff and safe environment, staff gave great advice on how to get a job! I felt very safe and this has to be one of my favorite hostels I have ever stayed in! Could not recommend more."

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