Tombstone Backpackers
About
In North Island, Tombstone Backpackers is a hostel at 16 Gravesend Place, Picton 7220, New Zealand. The venue is known for its position in Picton, where the Cook Strait ferry service between the two main islands docks. Its website, http://www.tombstonelodge.co.nz/, carries the details of what is on offer. A 4.7 out of 5 average across 454 reviews places it among the better-reviewed hostels on the island.
First-time visitors can expect a base that suits travellers arriving or leaving by ferry, with the town centre and the waterfront within walking distance of the door. The hostel trade here runs on shared facilities and a sociable common area rather than private rooms.
Picton sits on North Island, and the surrounding region is served by the same ferry network that reaches Waiheke, the Hauraki Gulf islands and Stewart Island. English is the main language and te reo Māori is also official, so Māori place names appear throughout the country.
Fish and chips, meat pies and flat whites are everyday takeaway staples across New Zealand, and they are easy to pick up near the ferry terminal. Auckland, Wellington, Rotorua, Taupo, Hamilton, Tauranga, Napier and New Plymouth are all within reach for travellers continuing north. The 4.7 out of 5 average from 454 reviews reflects how consistently the hostel satisfies its guests.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of business is Tombstone Backpackers?
Tombstone Backpackers is a hostel on North Island, offering backpacker-style accommodation. Its website, http://www.tombstonelodge.co.nz/, carries the details of what the venue provides.
What should first-time visitors expect at Tombstone Backpackers?
First-time visitors to Tombstone Backpackers can expect a hostel stay on North Island, with the venue's own website giving the practical information about its set-up. English is the main language and te reo Māori is also official, so Māori place names appear throughout the country, including around Picton.
Where is Tombstone Backpackers located on North Island?
Tombstone Backpackers sits at 16 Gravesend Place, Picton 7220, on North Island. Picton is a natural stopping point for travellers using the Cook Strait service that links the two main islands, and ferries also reach Waiheke, the Hauraki Gulf islands and Stewart Island.
How do visitors rate Tombstone Backpackers?
Tombstone Backpackers holds a rating of 4.7/5 from 454 reviews, reflecting strong guest satisfaction at this North Island hostel. That score places it among the better-reviewed places to stay for backpackers in the region.
Is Tombstone Backpackers easy to reach from the main resorts or towns on North Island?
Tombstone Backpackers is within reach of centres such as Wellington, Auckland, Rotorua, Taupo, Hamilton, Tauranga, Napier and New Plymouth. Wellington is the closest of these to the venue's Picton setting, connected by the Cook Strait ferry service.
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