This isn't a real entry, just a little note about the hostels I have stayed in, and if anyone is thinking about coming to NZ you know which ones to avoid!! Auckland - Base ACB - Bloody awful!! dirty, small rooms! (but thats Base hostels all over!) Kitchen was average, but communal area felt uncomfortable! Roturua - Base (again!) I have to say this was a decent hostel considering it is a base, the room was clean and the facilities were good! Taupo - YHA Urban Retreat - Really helpful staff, great kitchens! Rooms are on the small side, but clean and tidy! Bathrooms also really clean! Wellington - YHA - Again the staff knew everything about the city and couldn't be better!! The kitchens are bathrooms were perfect. It was a bit pricey $27 a
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