YHA Bay of Islands - The Rock

Pahia Wharf, Paihia, New Zealand, Distance from city centre: 0.2km

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The Rock is New Zealand's biggest house boat, she is purpose built and offers a warm, homely, stable environment for cruising the Bay of Islands. With a capacity of 36, the Rock is suitable for travellers of all ages who enjoy great company, new experiences, and who don't mind getting their feet wet.

Our overnight cruise allows guests to encounter everything the Bay has to offer and reflects the adventurous Kiwi spirit. The Rock features a spacious and open downstairs living area that includes a bar, dining area, lounge, pool table, piano and open fire.

Outside has an open deck that is the ideal platform for the onboard activities. Upstairs all cabins have sea views and doors that open onto observation decks perfect for viewing the scenery and wildlife.

Please note prices include Dinner and Breakfast, Accommodation as well as all activities on your 22 hour cruise.
Prices are per person per night.

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Hostel Facilities
  • Bar
  • BBQ
  • Breakfast Included
  • Common Room
  • Linen Included
  • Pool Table
  • Restaurant
  • Towels For Hire
Cancellation Policy
This property has a 1 day cancellation policy. Failure to cancel within this time will result in a cancellation charge equal to the first night of your stay.

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To get from Auckland to Paihia, Bay of Islands.

1.Take State Highway 1 north out of Auckland. (This is the main North/South Motorway that runs through Auckland.)
2.From Kawakawa the Bay of Islands is signposted.
3.The Paihia Wharf is in the middle of the small township and is easy to spot on your right hand side as you drive into town.

Located Near

Just three hours north of Auckland lies 144 unspoiled sub-tropical islands and a myriad of secluded beaches. These are world renowned for game fishing and abundant marine life including wild dolphins, penguins and occasionally Orca. The islands have many examples of the area's rich Maori history. The calm waters, sandy beaches and exhilarating scenery, makes it obvious first choice for international sailing yachts as well as Kiwi holiday makers. This natural beauty of the Bay of Islands has to be seen to be believed and shouldn't be rushed.

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