Media Release
18 November 2016
Refurbished YHA Auckland City Re-Opens
By YHA New Zealand
Auckland: YHA New Zealand has re-opened the completely refurbished YHA Auckland City hostel. The hostel, located in central
Auckland, has been closed since May for a $3m refurbishment that sets a new standard for backpacker accommodation in
Auckland.
“This investment reflects YHA’s commitment to quality generally, but also the importance of Auckland to our nation-wide
network. It is where international guests arriving into New Zealand get their first experience of YHA, and that
experience influences their future accommodation choices as they travel through the country” says Mark Wells, Chief
Executive of YHA.
The refurbished hostel includes a significant increase in ensuite rooms. “Providing ensuited accommodation is
increasingly an expectation of many of our guests, both international and domestic. Having said that, there is still
high demand for multi-share accommodation, so our room mix better meets the different needs of our guests” says Mr
Wells.
YHA Auckland City, which has 144 beds, re-opened on 24 October, and bookings are already strong. “Both of our Auckland
hostels enjoy very high occupancy, and the coming summer is no exception. We are sure that guests at YHA Auckland City
will appreciate the hostel upgrade”.
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About YHA New Zealand
The Youth Hostels Association of New Zealand, (YHA New Zealand) is a not-for-profit association that was established in
1932 in Canterbury. With a network of 45 hostels in both islands, YHA New Zealand provides high quality budget
accommodation to New Zealanders and international travellers. For more information please visit: http://www.yha.co.nz.