Located on the beachfront close to Napier city centre the YHA Napier hostel has character, fantastic sea views (all the way to South America!), spacious rooms, cheerful staff and a convivial atmosphere. Originally a waterfront hotel this rambling survivor of the 1931 Napier earthquake is now a top rated backpacker hostel by Hostelworld.com customers.

Backpacker accommodation at YHA Napier includes comfortable twin, double, shared and single rooms. The Napier hostel has a well-equipped kitchen, attractive cobbled courtyard and BBQ area and a TV room with a video and DVD player. Take some time in the lounge to read the poems and messages fellow backpackers have left on stones collected from the beach.
 
There's plenty to do in Napier and around the Hawke’s Bay, YHA Napier staff are happy to help you plan art deco, wine, food, gannet or sightseeing tours. This backpackers is close to all Napier’s seaside attractions: National Aquarium, Marineland, Ocean Spa, Mini Golf and Museum.

YHA Napier is considered to be one of the best hostels in New Zealand due to its beachfront location, homely atmosphere and knowledgeable staff who are committed to ensuring you make the most from your stay in the Napier and Hawke’s Bay region. 

Special features at YHA Napier that families love:

• Great variety of backpacker accommodation including single rooms.
• Very close to Napier city centre: shops, cinema, supermarkets, restaurants, cafes, bars, takeaways.
• Internet access and Wireless network.
• Deals and discounts on Art Deco tours negotiated with local Hawke’s Bay businesses as well as ‘insider’ information on the best available local wine and food tours.
• Free Napier region tour maps for guests who wish to DIY with notes and guidance from staff.