YHA Hostels

100m from the beach, YHA Paihia is peaceful, central and renowned for its high standard of accommodation. Offering safety, comfort and friendliness, as well as ensuites in every room and covered outdoor dining, YHA Paihia feels just like home.

Paihia offers many exciting things to do - boat tours around the Bay of Islands, swimming with dolphins, kayaking, diving, snorkelling and sailing. Visit Waitangi, where the famous Treaty was signed, take a bush walk to Haruru waterfalls, catch the ferry to New Zealand's first capital Russell or just relax and unwind on the beach and watch the world go by. All of these activities can be booked by the knowledgeable staff.