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Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University

2.0 star property
Hostel near University of Waterloo in Waterloo

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Private kitchen
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fitness facility
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Free toiletries, hair dryer

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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200 King Street N, Waterloo, ON, N2J 2Y7
  • Place, Wilfrid Laurier University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Waterloo Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Waterloo
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 3 Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 4 Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 5 Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Waterloo

In Waterloo .Within a 10-minute walk of the hostel, you'll find Wilfrid Laurier University and Waterloo Park. Also, University of Waterloo is within half a mile (1 km) and Knox Presbyterian Church is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Wilfrid Laurier University - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Waterloo Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Waterloo - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Waterloo Visitor & Heritage Information Centre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Kitchener Station - 10 min drive
  • Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Williams Fresh Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rosel's Authentic Filipino Food - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Noon Moment 鮮飲時刻 - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University

Hostel near University of Waterloo in Waterloo
Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Waterloo hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 guestroom or unit
  • Meeting rooms
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
Air-conditioned accommodations at Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University offer complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.

Property is also known as

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Backpacker College @ Wilfrid Laurier University Waterloo
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Backpacker College @ Wilfrid Laurier University
Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University Waterloo

Frequently asked questions

How close is Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University to the airport?

Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University is 10.1 mi (17-min drive) away from the Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University.

Does Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University offer free breakfast?

Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University have a pool?

Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University features an indoor pool.

Does Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University to downtown Waterloo?

Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University is 0.6 mi away from Waterloo.

Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was simple, big, lots of space. We had a college apartment style dorm, so it didn't have the amenities of a full service hotel. However, we simply needed a place to stay that was convenient and cost effective.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sahaj, Kingston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Ahmed, ON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice affordable student housing with all basic amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018