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About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: The Crossing Lodge & Backpackers in Erua offers family rooms with private bathrooms, kitchenettes, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy a sun terrace and outdoor seating areas. Convenient Facilities: The hostel features a lounge, shared kitchen, games room, and indoor play area. Additional amenities include free on-site parking, electric vehicle charging, and bicycle parking. Activities and Location: Located 99 km from Taupo Airport, the property is near Mount Ruapehu (21 km), Taranaki Falls (22 km), Whakapapa (28 km), and Turoa (48 km). Guests can enjoy skiing, hiking, and cycling.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
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Availability
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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2 single beds and 1 double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 double bed | ||
1 single bed and 1 double bed and 2 bunk beds | ||
1 bunk bed | ||
1 bunk bed | ||
2 bunk beds | ||
1 single bed and 1 bunk bed | ||
1 bunk bed | ||
1 bunk bed | ||
4 bunk beds | ||
4 bunk beds | ||
4 bunk beds | ||
1 bunk bed | ||
1 single bed and 1 bunk bed and 1 large double bed | ||
1 bunk bed | ||
1 bunk bed | ||
1 bunk bed | ||
2 single beds and 1 double bed |
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jo
New Zealand
“Cheap and cheerful, all we needed for our action packed weekend of outdoor activities” - Cian
Ireland
“So easy to get into the property, it’s self serve and 24 hours. Place was nice and warm too” - Tai
New Zealand
“What a fantastic place to stay, the atmosphere the people and location was absolutely amazing.... The vending machine has everything which blew me away. The wooden themed hallways and stair cases had our kids believe they were in a tree house...” - Debby
New Zealand
“Love the Narnia hidden room for the children! A great place to stay with children. Not too big, easy for the children to locate where they want to be. Awesome!” - Christiaan
New Zealand
“most of it Just a pity someone has damaged the pooltable and equipment But the rest was reël value for money” - Martin
New Zealand
“Great value for money, easy check in and secure process. Awesome facilities, and clean.” - Jenny
United Kingdom
“The crossing lodge was really good value for money. It was super inexpensive so was not expecting much but it was clean, had good kitchen facilities and a good dining area. The dining area had a big window so could see outside which I enjoyed. For...” - Susie
New Zealand
“Good clean facilities and glad there were private showers and private toilets as an option in the hallway. Had everything you needed.” - Inoka
New Zealand
“The place is warm and nice everywhere inside. Spacious kitchen, dining area. Specious room.” - Yi
Switzerland
“I cooked my own breakfast. Pretty standard, the kitchen was convienient to make some simple food.”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
This property does not feature a reception desk.
This property offers self-check-in only.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.