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Point Break Backpackers

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Located close to Rawhiti Domain and Travis Wetland, Point Break Backpackers provides an adjacent golf course, a free daily manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Stay connected with in-room WiFi (surcharge), and guests can find other amenities, such as an arcade/games room and a library.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

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  • 15 sq m
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  • 15 sq m
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  • 15 sq m
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About the area

Located in New Brighton, a neighbourhood in Christchurch, Point Break Backpackers is in the suburbs and near the beach. Eastgate Mall and The Palms are worth visiting if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore New Brighton Beach and Rawhiti Domain. Don't miss out on a visit to Travis Wetland. Visit our Christchurch travel guide
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6 Union Street New Brighton, Christchurch, 8641

What's nearby

  • A yellow building with arched windows and a sign for 'Pizza Hut'.
    New Brighton Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A wooden pier leading to a calm body of water with a sunset sky.
    Avon Heathcote Estuary
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • New Brighton Pier
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • He Puna Taimoana Hot Pools
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rawhiti Domain
    6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station
    16 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jo's Mart & Sushi
    7 min drive
  • Under the Red Verandah
    8 min drive
  • Seaview Fish And Chips
    2 min walk
  • Bp
    7 min drive
  • McDonald's
    8 min drive

About this property

Point Break Backpackers

  • Hostel near New Brighton Beach
  • Located close to Rawhiti Domain and Travis Wetland, Point Break Backpackers provides an adjacent golf course, a free daily manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. In addition to an arcade/games room and a library, guests can connect to in-room WiFi (surcharge).
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self-parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
    • Luggage storage, free newspapers and a billiards/pool table
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Point Break Backpackers offer amenities, such as WiFi.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers and hairdryers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (NZD 1 for 10 minutes)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 1 for 10 minutes)

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: NZD 8 to 20 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 3 July 2023 to 31 December 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25.00 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: NZD 50.00 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 8.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: NZD 1.00 (for 10 minutes, rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: NZD 1 (for 10 minutes, rates may vary)
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 39.00 per person (one way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.00 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Point Break Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Point Break Backpackers?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Point Break Backpackers?

Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Point Break Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Point Break Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NZD 39.00 per person applies.

Where is Point Break Backpackers located?

Located in New Brighton, this beach hostel is within a 10-minute walk of New Brighton Beach and Rawhiti Domain. Avon Heathcote Estuary and Bottle Lake Forest Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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