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Kiwi Airport Backpackers

2.0 star property
Travelers can enjoy a refreshing drink at the on-site bar while getting expert assistance planning tours that showcase the best local experiences

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Kiwi Airport Backpackers in Mangere Bridge offers travelers a comfy base with practical amenities. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, relax at the bar, or use the gym. Free WiFi keeps everyone connected, and laundry services aid longer stays.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Room options

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Soundproofing, free WiFi

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bed in 7-Bed Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Map
144 McKenzie Road, Auckland, North Island, 2022

Getting around

  • Auckland Otahuhu Station
    7 min drive
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    12 min drive

About this property

Kiwi Airport Backpackers

Hostel near Rainbow's End
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services at Kiwi Airport Backpackers. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a gym.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a billiards/pool table
  • Tour/ticket information, bike parking and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Kiwi Airport Backpackers offer comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other amenities include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers
  • Communal kitchens, heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Shared accommodation
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: NZD 50.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 10 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 5.00 per person (one way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 5.00 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Kiwi Airport Backpackers Hostel Mangere
Kiwi Airport Backpackers Mangere
Kiwi Backpackers Mangere
Kiwi Backpackers Auckland
Kiwi Airport Backpackers Auckland
Kiwi Airport Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Kiwi Airport Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Kiwi Airport Backpackers?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kiwi Airport Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kiwi Airport Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Kiwi Airport Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NZD 5.00 per person applies.

Where is Kiwi Airport Backpackers located?

Located in Mangere Bridge, this hostel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Ambury Regional Park, Villa Maria Auckland Winery and Otuataua Stonefields. Butterfly Creek is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free at Kiwi Airport Backpackers and receive a full refund?

Yes, Kiwi Airport Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to Kiwi Airport Backpackers cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Kiwi Airport Backpackers Reviews

6.2

6.0

Cleanliness

6.6

Location

7.8

Staff & service

5.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 49 reviews

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Backpackers small building was crowded (taken over) by a bunch of thugs, having meetings inside.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Horrible bunk rooms. Smelled. Dungy mattresses. Nice free shuttle
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Renee

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Room for improvement

The staff were great and the hostel rooms were clean, but the rooms were cramped (you could barely open the door to get in for the bed posts) and there was nowhere really in the rooms to store your luggage that wasn't in the way. The room setup meant you practically woke people up every time you entered. The bathrooms were not very clean and by having the toilet and showers in the same room it seemed to lack enough amenities for the number of rooms. Great location for proximity to the airport which was all i needed at the time. I wouldnt like to stay for longer then 1 night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Ash

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location and transfers for Auckland airport. Very cheap. Very dirty mattresses and mattress covers. Clean sheets.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Mary

Disliked: Cleanliness
The bathrooms were filthy and there wasn’t even soap in the bathroom to wash your hands. The bed was comfortable enough. I would only recommend staying here if you are flying in late and just need a bed to sleep. The bathrooms were so bad I didn’t shower here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exactly what you want from an inexpensive accommodation, for a single night, near the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

First of all, I had a super difficult time finding this place as I didn't have a map or any navigational aids. The check in and check out was very easy. The parking area is adequate if not a bit lacking, but I didn't have to walk far if I didn't find a spot in front. My 7 person room was full for the three days I stayed but the TV and kitchen area were always open and had space available to seat or make food to eat. Beds were comfortable and clean, although I had the top bunk for all three days. Bathrooms were private and showers had plenty of hot water. Now that I know my way around the Mangere area in Auckland a little better, the place is not so difficult to find and since I was there to go sightseeing, my stay was good enough for what I paid to have a place to sleep and shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I stayed in a dorm room, and it was fine for one night. Not glam, but you wouldn’t expect it to be! Bathroom, kitchen and bedrooms all clean and tidy. Everyone in my dorm room was just doing the one night before setting off to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
The receptions was quick and were very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Atsuko

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

また使うと思います

とにかく空港からのバスが便利。イエローバスです。予約いらない！運転手に宿を言うだけ
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff were lovely and helpful. The kitchen was clean, the bathroom was very worn and not super clean. The bed was worse than a pull out couch, with springs sticking out of it hurting my back. I wasn’t able to sleep at all which was pretty frustrating considering I had to leave for the airport at 5am. Also the linen was stained. I wasn’t expecting anything fancy for the price but a bed you can actually sleep in is important.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

匿名

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
空港からの送迎バス(有料)の使い方も迷い、往復分のチケットを購入したのにホテルから空港に向かう際は無料のバスチケットをホテル側から出してくれました。事前に空港送迎についてメールで連絡のやり取りをしてたのにその詳細がなくて6ドル無駄にしてしまった事に多少不満はありました。 部屋はドミトリーに宿泊しましたが、とても狭く荷物を広げられるスペースもなくコンセントももちろん人数分もなければロッカー等も一切なし。エアコンもなく蒸し暑く窓が開いていましたがものすごい蚊で不眠と蚊の餌食でした。 掃除もシーツの交換のみなのか床・窓等とても汚く安やだけの魅力でもう次は泊まらないと思いますしおススメはできないホテルです。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
I only stayed overnight, arriving late but it seemed ok value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Das letzte Hostel auf der Reise...das teuerste und qualitativ schlechteste Hostel. Bad veraltet...aber sauber. Bett muss man selber beziehen. Das ist nicht toll, wenn die Leute zu unterschiedlichen Zeiten und vor allem spät abends vom Flug kommen. Küche mäßig eingerichtet aber okay. Sofas und TV im Gemeinschaftsraum/ Küche. Im 2.Bad ist die Toilette vom Bad durch eine Schiebetür getrennt...diese ist aber defekt und aus den Angeln gerissen
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
good value hostel for a nights sleep near the airport... yellow bus free pickup worked well... staff friendly ... dorm room and bathroom a bit musty but ok for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

ZHI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great staff and service, the Backpackers just need new blankets that aren't itchy or irritating on the skin, new toilets sliding door and sprucing up a little on decor for toilet and bathroom for both bathroom in the unit I stayed in. Otherwise, it's a decent place to stay and extra marks for great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Gill

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bathroom was dirty and in great need of repair/upgrade. Beds were unmade on arrival and covers were woollen scratchy with no middle sheet for hygiene. Beds had not be cleared for new guests being allocated bunk.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff. Really good value as an overnight bed between flights. Just a bit short of space for luggage.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Value for money. Clean, comfortable. Friendly staff and restaurant on site.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
You had to give the bathroom door a full body shove to close it. Then the toilet door felt as if it was going to fall off it’s rail. I didn’t even try closing that door I just locked the bathroom door instead as I felt that door would have less of a chance of breaking apart. The bed was comfy but it is Auckland and still the cold season they should be giving you more than one thin scratchy blanket and a fitted sheet as well as the flat sheet. You either had the choice of sleeping straight on top of the mattress with the sheet protecting you from the scratchy blanket or sleeping on the sheet and being attacked by itchiness all night. That being said the staff were amazing 😊
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice property

Everything's in good condition, quick and easy checkin checkout.. room all good very comfort andclean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

IVIANE

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Local sujo e longe

Local afastado do centro e longe do aeroporto, quanto sujo, banheiro sujo, cozinha compartilhada suja.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

hyung choon

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
남여 공용이긴 하지만 시설도 낧고 화장실 겸 샤워장도 1개라 불편
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Xin Mei

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Meh...

We stayed in the dorm. It was okay.. clean, small, with heater. However the kitchen only have two electric stoves so makes it hard when there are a lot of people. And the kitchen basin was clogged (only one basin). Only Two toilets/bathrooms available. One of the toilet was clogged during my stay. Supermarket is located 7mins walk away. There are free parking at the premise. Overall it was ok since it was the cheapest I could find near airport so no complaint.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

I wouldn't stay again

It just seems like it was a converted staff quarters. Not well designed. Bunk numbers written on the walls. Not many eating places around it. I'd only stay there again if I was desperate.