Featuring free WiFi, Oamaru Backpackers offers budget accommodations in Oamaru. Some rooms feature views of the sea or garden. You will find a shared kitchen and common area at the property. Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony is 0.7 mi from the property, while Steampunk HQ is just 1476 feet away. There are shops, bars and restaurants within close walking distance from Oamaru Backpackers.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
and
2 bunk beds
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.4
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.4
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See what guests loved the most:

  • John
    Russia Russia
    So clean and feels like a home. Probably the best hostel I've stayed at in New Zealand
  • Jia
    Taiwan Taiwan
    Clean, warm, feels like home. They have various free food, like cereal, jam… tea, biscuits… and seasonings. And a beautiful garden where you can pick lettuce or some herb for you meal. Can’t expect a backpacker has a massage chair! Surprise!
  • Sivan
    Israel Israel
    The place was really nice. It was pretty snall so it felt homie and comfortable. The rooms were beatiful and the sleeping beds were comfortable and felt private. Also loved the garden outside.

Area info

Amenities of Oamaru Backpackers
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Game room
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
  • Executive lounge access
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Spa
  • Locker rooms
  • Massage chair
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

House rules

Oamaru Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of NZD 100 is required on arrival. That's about USD 59. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Oamaru Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note children under the age of 16 years cannot be accommodated in dormitory rooms. They are permitted to stay in a private room with an adult.

From 3 December 2021 until further notice, All eligible guests will be required to have a ‘My Vaccine Pass’. All guests 12 years old and over, staying at Oamaru Backpackers will either need to be fully vaccinated or have a legitimate exemption from vaccination. The lead booking name is responsible for communicating this to all guests within their group.

All guests 12 years old and over will be required to provide proof of vaccination status (fully vaccinated or exempt) at the time of check-in.

Failure to provide this may result in your booking canceled and you will need to arrange accommodations elsewhere.

Please inform Oamaru Backpackers of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

A damage deposit of NZD 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Oamaru Backpackers

  • The nearest beach is 1,000 feet from Oamaru Backpackers. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Oamaru Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Oamaru Backpackers is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Oamaru Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Game room
    • Locker rooms
    • Massage chair

  • Oamaru Backpackers is 1,950 feet from the center of Oamaru. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.