Backpack Oz - Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel with bar/lounge, walk to University of Adelaide
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Backpack Oz - Hostel

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Bar (on property)
Front of property
In-room safe, free WiFi
Reception
Exterior

Overview of Backpack Oz - Hostel

7.8

Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

144 Wakefield Street, Adelaide, SA, 5000
  • Popular LocationAdelaide Central Market10 min walk
  • Popular LocationRundle Mall11 min walk
  • Popular LocationAdelaide Oval3 min drive
  • AirportAdelaide, SA (ADL)15 min drive
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Room options

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 27 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Mixed Dorm)

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 Bed Female Dorm)

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 27 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Shared Dormitory (12 Bed Mixed Dorm)

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom, City View

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Adelaide

Backpack Oz - Hostel is located in Adelaide Central Business District, a neighbourhood in Adelaide. Adelaide Central Market and Rundle Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Glenelg Beach and Brighton Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Adelaide Oval or Adelaide Entertainment Centre.

What's nearby

  • Adelaide Central Market - 10 min walk
  • Rundle Mall - 11 min walk
  • Adelaide Casino - 18 min walk
  • Adelaide Zoo - 2 min drive
  • Adelaide Oval - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Victoria Square - Tarndanyangga Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Pirie Street Tram Station - 11 min walk
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Wakefield Hotel - 3 min walk
  • The Golden Wattle - 6 min walk
  • Coopers Alehouse at the Earl - 4 min walk
  • Earl of Aberdeen Hotel - 4 min walk
  • Louca's Seafood Restaurant - 1 min walk

About this property

Backpack Oz - Hostel

Hostel located in Adelaide Central Business District
Close to Rundle Mall and Adelaide Central Market, Backpack Oz - Hostel provides a free manager's reception, a terrace and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), multilingual staff and smoke-free property
  • A billiards/pool table, secured bike storage and a front desk safe
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and concierge services
Room features
All guest rooms at Backpack Oz - Hostel have perks, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

More

  • Floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe
  • Shared accommodation

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:30 AM and 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Bed sheets fee: AUD 2 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:30 AM and 5:00 PM

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Backpack Oz Hostel Adelaide
Backpack Oz Hostel
Backpack Oz Adelaide
Backpack Oz
Backpack Oz - Hostel Adelaide
Backpack Oz - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Backpack Oz - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Adelaide

Frequently asked questions

Is Backpack Oz - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Backpack Oz - Hostel?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Backpack Oz - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Backpack Oz - Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Backpack Oz - Hostel located?

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Adelaide Parklands and University of Adelaide. Adelaide Central Market and Rundle Mall are also within 15 minutes. Victoria Square - Tarndanyangga Tram Stop is 8 minutes by foot and University Tram Stop is 10 minutes.

Backpack Oz - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 97 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Staff & service
Nice place
Comfortable clean and tidy single room in the centre of the city. Staff were really helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good service desk
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Hitomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely gem that is centrally
This hostel was centrally located with a helpful and friendly staff. Room was very comfortable. Nice gem. Tours took off from hostel which wss great. Very clean and well stocked kitchen. Lots of room to hang out.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Of course breakfast is a plus (some French toasts with butter, peanut butter, Vegemite and apricot jam). On the other hand, I missed some selves next to the sinks to place the toiletries.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly atmosphere in everything the place the staffs the guest everyone the utility’s it’s easy and simple people from every corner of the world come together in harmony and respects even the location very close to the city. Thank you for the 3nights I have stayed st “OZ BACKPACKERS “ I will never forget and the friendship , next time I’m in Adelaide for sure I’ll come back to OZ BACKPACKERS thank you it’s been pleasures to meet and stay ..” AUSSIE..AUSSIE..AUSSIE.....OY...OY..,,,,GOD BLESS OZ BACKPACKERS ✝️❤️✌️👍👍👍
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Kihong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019