Situated opposite Buffalo Beach, On the Beach Backpackers Lodge offers both private rooms with en suite bathroom and shared dormitory accommodation Guests have free use of kayaks and bodyboards Facilities at Whitianga On The Beach Backpackers include a shared kitchen, guest lounge area and an outdoor seating area Laundry facilities are also available for guests All major bus services stop outside of On the Beach Backpackers Lodge, which is located 10 minutes walk from Whitianga town centre The hostel provides spades for digging at Hot Water Beach, 30 minutes drive away