Hostel Bay of Islands - The Rock YHA
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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.
Onboard activities include
• Target Shooting
• Dusk Fishing
• Night Kayaking
• Island Walks
• Swimming
• Kayaking
• Snorkelling
Dinner and breakfast are relaxed affairs and a great time to swap stories with other guests. Whether travelling in a group, as part of a tour, or on your own, you will feel at home from the moment you step aboard.
Hostel bed capacity
| Beds per room: | Total beds |
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| Number of rooms: | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 36 |
Opening times
| Opening times (daily/weekly): | We cruise Monday,Wednesday, Friday, Saturday.(We depart more often in peak times please check availability) Office open 7am til 10pm 7 days a week |
| Opening times (over the year): | Open September til May |
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Facilities
| Discounts and concessions available | Family rooms available | ||
| Breakfast in price | Hostel open 24h | ||
| Groups welcome | Common room(s) | ||
| Sheets in price | Travel/Tour bureau | ||
| Credit card accepted | Café/Bar | ||
| Meals available | Female only | ||
| Games room | Individual traveller welcome | ||
| Luggage Store | Non smoking room/area | ||
| Green Hostel | Sports | ||
| Rates include local tax | BBQ |
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