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Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers

2.0 star property
Beach hostel near Picton Ferry Terminal

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Exterior
Exterior
Living area
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
75 High St., Picton, Marlborough, 7220
  • Picton Harbour
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Picton Foreshore
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Picton Ferry Terminal
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room Fits 4

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

3 Share Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room Fits 3

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Bed in 4-Bed Male Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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King Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Picton

Heart of Picton.Within a 5-minute walk of the hostel, you'll find Picton War Memorial and Picton Museum. Picton Harbour and Waitohi Recreational Reserve are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Picton Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Picton Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Picton Foreshore - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Picton Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lookout - 11 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Cortado - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Crow Tavern and Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Picton Village Bakery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Irish - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Barn Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers

Beach hostel near Picton Ferry Terminal
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Picton hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers offers 13 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. This Picton hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive key retrieval information

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra 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 and Mastercard.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Piwaka And Backpackers Picton
Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers Picton
Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers to the airport?

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers is 5.4 mi (8-min drive) away from the Picton (PCN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers.

Does Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers offer free breakfast?

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers offers free continental breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers have a pool?

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers does not have a pool.

Does Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers to downtown Picton?

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers is 0.3 mi away from Picton.

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 153 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rowan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Peer

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Small room. Good to stay 1 night. Windows leaky - put a towel there and to the door slit.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Rose

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
What you would expect for what was paid.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

HOMELY backpacker rooms

Felt very welcoming and homely. Nice to have breakfast to help yoirself to and tea and coffee available all day. Good location. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Megan

Liked: Staff & service
Property condition was not very good. Room was adequate fir one night
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

ZOLTAN

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The owner lady so lovely & friendly. The place is a bit noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Theresa

Traveled with group
Close to the ferry to the north island
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, Tauranga

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neat place, Everone was friendley ... right in town
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the genuine help i was given after problems with the boat crossing delays, the room was clean the tidy, the eating area was clean and well equipped for easy makeing food breakfast was good, the lady was friendly and helpfull, i would recomend it it others .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value. Everyone (staff & guests) really friendly. Owner was wonderful allowing us to leave our bags until we were ready to check in for ferry
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice warm, comfortable homely feel. Nicci and the staff are very friendly & having a free breakfast was a pleasant surprise AAA
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bich-Ha Henriette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nicci is an amazing host. She reserved a double suite with built-in bathroom. She kept the place tidy and clean and inviting. We had a wonderful time in Picton.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Stacey

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No comment
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yixin

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Viviane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely loved, my family and I will come back for sure. Very comfy, clean and homie place! Great and positive energy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money, lovely host. Clean and we will return when back in Picton
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jeremy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dodgy as. Walked through the facilities and then left.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, easy to locate and get to from Ferry terminal. Well worth the money.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Lauren

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room wasn't lockable which was concerning, but overall the room was as expected and sheets etc clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Serena

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Nicci and her staff were very accommodating. Excellent customer service. Value for money. Well done.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025