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Up The Creek Backpacker's Lodge

1.5 star property
Hostel with free parking, near Mount Elphinstone Provincial Park

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Up The Creek Backpacker's Lodge near Mount Elphinstone Provincial Park offers a cozy retreat with a warm lobby fireplace and an arcade/game room. Guests enjoy free WiFi, relax on the garden patio, or explore the nearby Chapman Creek Hatchery.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026

Room options

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Cabin, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom (Cherry Cabin)

Cabin, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom (Cherry Cabin)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee grinder
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom (Cedar Family Room)

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom (Cedar Family Room)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee grinder
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom (Fir Room)

Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom (Fir Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee grinder
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (Single Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee grinder
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
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About the area

Map
1261 Roberts Creek Road, Roberts Creek, BC, V0N 2W2

What's nearby

  • Cliff Gilker Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Roberts Creek Provincial Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Langdale Ferry Terminal - 14 min drive - 17.9 km

Getting around

  • Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive
  • McDonald's
  • ‪Batch 44 Brewery and Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Strait Coffee Traders - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Up The Creek Backpacker's Lodge

Hostel near Mount Elphinstone Provincial Park
Located close to Chapman Creek Hatchery and Sechelt Visitor Centre, Up The Creek Backpacker's Lodge provides a terrace, a garden and an arcade/games room. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library and a fireplace in reception.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Free bike hire, luggage storage and barbecues
  • Multilingual staff
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves and ovens
  • Toasters, coffee grinders and cookware/dishes/utensils

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 10 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

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant 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 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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Up Creek Backpacker's B&B Roberts Creek
Up Creek Backpacker's B&B
Up Creek Backpacker's Roberts Creek
Up Creek Backpacker's Lodge Roberts Creek
Up Creek Backpacker's Lodge
Up The Creek Backpacker's Lodge Roberts Creek
Up The Creek Backpacker's Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Up The Creek Backpacker's Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Up The Creek Backpacker's Lodge?

As of 6 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Up The Creek Backpacker's Lodge on 5 Jan 2026 start from NZ$157.33, 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.

How much is parking at Up The Creek Backpacker's Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Up The Creek Backpacker's Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Up The Creek Backpacker's Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Up The Creek Backpacker's Lodge located?

Situated near the beach, this hostel is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Mount Elphinstone Provincial Park, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Chapman Creek Hatchery and Dakota Ridge. Sechelt Visitor Centre and Sunshine Coast Museum and Archives are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Up The Creek Backpacker's Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 107 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Taryn

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

Awesome Spot!

We only had one night, but we wish we could have stayed longer. Great host and location! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed with our two young children in the cedar room and it was perfect. The house is very clean, and Martin was a lovely host. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

myriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and safe place. Very well located. Friendly and knowledgeable staff .
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice beautiful and quiet place for staying etc.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and owner are superlative, cannot recommend this lovely spot enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place. Would stay again.

8/10 Good

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn there was simple convenient accessible for my needs. Very clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great option for a night or two.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. Warm greeting from Hannah and good communication from Martin.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property and staff- enjoyed the friendly atmosphere. Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruiheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is so unique and wonderful it is a must stay! The volunteers are amazingly helpful with any questions and check in information, as well as the owner is thoughtful and very well organized with they way their property is managed. Had a wonderful stay and a memorable time!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the coolest spots I've stayed in North America. Great, family-friendly spot, laid back, welcoming and comfortable rooms. Just an awesome travellers' spot.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A relaxing stop.

An informal and laid back place to stay, a welcome change from typical hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean, and good vibes
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was simple and relaxing. The staff were great and the other guests were friendly. The private rooms were very affordable,.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
100 percent pleased across the board!! Martin runs a top notch operation! Go there
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing place! We would recommend it to everyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, quiet and exactly as pictured/described. Sad we were only there for 1 night. Looking forward to the next time we’re able to come and really enjoy the property
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed in the cabin so had the quiet but also full access to the house. We don't often stay in backpapers and this was one of the best.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

Hoghly recommended

Wonderful relaxing and super friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Nawin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is very convenient and central to the coast. Only thing missing was a mirror to get ready inside the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable hostel. Kitchen and common areas are very clean. Like staying in your own house. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Like a home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We like it very much. All people live here are very friendly. Owner or manager here is very kind and asked you questions.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024