The Crossing Lodge & Backpackers
9 Erua Road
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Why people book this hotel
“great vibes, quiet, easy check in and out, big kitchen, warm”
“Nice accommodation, good beds and spacious room with a little outdoor seating sp…”
“Clean and tidy”
“It was extremely quiet due to being out of season, so everything was cleaner tha…”
“All well even with no staff present”
“Thanks for hosting us”
“Dood location and cleanliness of the room”
“Location was nice and the bed was very comfortable”
“Easy parking right in front (you do need a car to stay here)”
“Oh, and WiFi was strong”
Overview
Located in Erua, within 21 km of Mount Ruapehu and 22 km of Taranaki Falls, The Crossing Lodge & Backpackers provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk for guests. Selected rooms come with a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and an oven. Guests at the hostel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Erua, like hiking, skiing and cycling. Whakapapa is 28 km from The Crossing Lodge & Backpackers, while Turoa is 48 km away. The nearest airport is Taupo Airport, 99 km from the accommodation.
Traveller reviews
Nataliia
couple
June 14, 2026
“Trawling”
Dood location and cleanliness of the room
Miyuru
family_with_children
June 2, 2026
Easy self check in process
Andre
couple
June 1, 2026
“Very much enjoyed it and it was clean and tidy”
Location was nice and the bed was very comfortable. Amenities were great and the games room was very nice
Angela
solo_traveller
May 31, 2026
“Great value for money. I’ll stay there again”
Easy check in via computer, provided. Clean and tidy. All well even with no staff present. Responsible guests.
Eden
couple
May 29, 2026
great vibes, quiet, easy check in and out, big kitchen, warm
Freja
extended_group
May 13, 2026
“Great accommodation in a good location to explore the national park”
Nice accommodation, good beds and spacious room with a little outdoor seating space. Big common areas with a well equipped kitchen. Easy parking right in front (you do need a car to stay here)
Freja
extended_group
May 13, 2026
“Great accommodation in a good location to explore the national park”
Nice accommodation, good beds and spacious room with a little outdoor seating space. Big common areas with a well equipped kitchen. Easy parking right in front (you do need a car to stay here)
Sophie
couple
May 8, 2026
“Great, very affordable and comfy clean accommodation”
Stayed here previously to hike, this time was driving cross country. It was extremely quiet due to being out of season, so everything was cleaner than last time. Lots of cooking equipment and everything you need. It was nice and warm inside, the showers are good pressure and hot. The lodge has a cosy feeling, and nice decor. The double room was better than last time, a bit more cosy, very comfy bed and 4 pillows.
Sophie
couple
May 8, 2026
“Great, very affordable and comfy clean accommodation”
Stayed here previously to hike, this time was driving cross country. It was extremely quiet due to being out of season, so everything was cleaner than last time. Lots of cooking equipment and everything you need. It was nice and warm inside, the showers are good pressure and hot. The lodge has a cosy feeling, and nice decor. The double room was better than last time, a bit more cosy, very comfy bed and 4 pillows.
Lauty
solo_traveller
May 1, 2026
Amazing place to stay. So beautiful place. Thanks for hosting us
Miyuru
family_with_children
April 26, 2026
“Good location and value for money”
Fully automated check - in system. Cenralized heat to the room, nice and clean bathrooms and showers. Nice dinning area
Sanne
family_with_children
April 22, 2026
“Good value for money”
Great is a very quirky way. Televisie room and biljart table are great. Family rooms are good.
Hayley
solo_traveller
April 22, 2026
“Very clean, well put together”
Love the feel of the place. Met some pretty cool people
Kate
couple
April 16, 2026
“Highly recommend perfect location to explore Whakapapa gorge”
Great shared facilities clean bathroom and kitchen had everything we needed. Easy self check in process
Leo
solo_traveller
April 13, 2026
Perfect stay for night prior to tongariro crossing. Had everything we needed, a nice big tv, comfy beds.
JEAN-LUC
couple
April 5, 2026
I liked that the kitchen was very well equipped with multiple gas hobs and utensils. The whole setup was practice too. And kudos to the cleaners - great work!! The location is central to both northern and southern walks near the mountains. Overall it was a good stay with a nice social vibe. I would definitely stay again but in a larger room far from the kitchen noise. Oh, and WiFi was strong.
Benjamin
solo_traveller
April 5, 2026
“Cheap choice bad sleep”
The staff was really friendly.
Lyster
family_with_children
April 5, 2026
“Clean and good value of what you have paid for.”
Complete stuff in kitchen, it’s also spacious.
Samuel
couple
April 4, 2026
The bathroom doors to the female bathrooms were stuck open and the stalls did not allow any privacy. This is a safety issue for female guests when passersby can look and enter straight into the stalls from outside the bathrooms.
Pierre
couple
March 30, 2026
Clean and spacious hostel, Self check-in, read carrefully the instructions, Everything was great and a big support to the staff,
Facilities
Activities
Skiing, Games room, Billiards, Hiking, Cycling
Cleaning services
Laundry room
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
General
Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, WiFi available in all areas, Bicycle parking, Indoor fireplace
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Sun terrace
Parking
Free parking, Parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, First aid kit available
Self check-in
Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Services
Shared lounge/TV area, Shuttle service, 24-hour front desk, Express check-in/check-out, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge)
Family Room
The family room provides a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 3 beds.
Family Room
The family room provides heating, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. In the fully equipped kitchenette, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster. The spacious family room offers a dining area, a wardrobe, an electric kettle, a carpeted floor and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 3 beds.
Family Room with Balcony
Guests can make meals in the kitchenette that comes with a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster. This family room includes a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a patio. The unit offers 3 beds.
Budget Double Room
This double room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a shared bathroom. The unit has 1 bed.
Deluxe Double Room
This double room includes a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a private bathroom. The unit offers 1 bed.
Budget Triple Room
The triple room features a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 2 beds.
Budget Twin Room
The twin room features a carpeted floor and heating, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Economy Twin Room
The twin room features a carpeted floor and heating, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Standard Twin Room
The twin room features heating, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Economy Quadruple Room
The quadruple room features a carpeted floor and heating, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 4 beds.
Economy Quadruple Room
The quadruple room provides a carpeted floor and heating, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 4 beds.
Economy Quadruple Room
The quadruple room provides a carpeted floor and heating, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
Economy Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
The quadruple room provides a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 4 beds.
Studio with Balcony
The spacious studio features a dining area, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a bidet. In the well-equipped kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. This studio has an electric kettle, a high chair for children, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a patio. The unit has 1 bed.
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