Located in Picton, Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers is near the beach. Picton Museum and Edwin Fox Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Waitohi Recreational Reserve and EcoWorld Aquarium.
A microwave in a common area, a fridge in a common area and laundry facilities are available at this hostel. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a 24-hour front desk, a library and tour/ticket assistance. All 13 rooms offer free WiFi, showers and desks.
Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers offers 13 accommodations with free toiletries. This Picton hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Cleaning and safety practices
Social distancing
Social distancing measures in place
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Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and public transport
Free self-parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Library
No lifts
Guest services
24-hour front desk
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Tour/ticket assistance
Languages spoken
English
Outdoors
BBQ grill(s)
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
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
We should mention
This property allows pets in specific rooms only; guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ friendly)
National rating
This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings 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
Yes, Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers allows pets (limit 2 per room).
As of 20 May 2022, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers on 18 Jun 2022 start from NZ$75.64, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Self parking is free at this property.
Check-in is from 1 PM - 3:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Situated in Picton, this beach hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Picton War Memorial and Picton Ferry Terminal. Picton Harbour is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) away.
Yes, Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
Overall score and ratings
4.5
Wonderful
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It was quiet clean and quite private you had the choice to mingle or stay in your room. I travelled with my dog and the room I was given made it easy access inside and outside. Donot judge a book by its cover.
We stayed at Piwaka lodge for one night prior to doing the Queen Charlotte track. The location of the accommodation was great but otherwise we were disappointed with our stay. Once we arrived we found out that our advertised "ensuite" bathroom was shared with another room. Then we found out that there's no key to our room, apparently the previous guest took it with them. As a result of that we had to move to another room that had shared facilities. The property needs an overall upgrade as it's quite run down and the cleanliness of the property wasn't great either.
The lady that greeted us at 10.30pm with our sleeping children was the loveliest lady I have ever met at a hotel/backpackers. So helpful and kind and super homely. Definitely going back. Thanks I never got to thank her properly.
