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Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, near University of Waterloo

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Private kitchen
Free toiletries, hair dryer
Fitness facility
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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200 King Street N, Waterloo, ON, N2J 2Y7
  • Place, Wilfrid Laurier University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Waterloo Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Waterloo
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 3 Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 4 Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 5 Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Waterloo

Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University places you next to Wilfrid Laurier University and within a 10-minute walk of Waterloo Park. This hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like an indoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Wilfrid Laurier University - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Waterloo Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Waterloo - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Waterloo Visitor & Heritage Information Centre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Kitchener Station - 10 min drive
  • Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Williams Fresh Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rosel's Authentic Filipino Food - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Noon Moment 鮮飲時刻 - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University

Hostel with free parking, near University of Waterloo
Guests of Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University have access to an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking if you drive. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide luggage storage. Additional amenities include meeting rooms and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Free toiletries are also available. Limited housekeeping is available.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an indoor pool and a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Backpacker College @ Wilfrid Laurier University Hostel
Backpacker College @ Wilfrid Laurier University Waterloo
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Backpacker College @ Wilfrid Laurier University
Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University Waterloo

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University?

Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University?

This hostel is located in Waterloo, a short 9-minute walk from Waterloo Park and also 17 minutes on foot from Waterloo Visitor & Heritage Information Centre. You'll also find Conestoga Mall and Victoria Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel.

Does Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University have a casino at the property?

No, Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University?

Yes, this hostel has an indoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University.

Does Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Where is the closest airport to Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University?

The closest major airport to Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University is Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.), which is 10.1 mi away (17 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University?

No, at Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University, there aren't any rooms that list a balcony.

Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was simple, big, lots of space. We had a college apartment style dorm, so it didn't have the amenities of a full service hotel. However, we simply needed a place to stay that was convenient and cost effective.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sahaj, Kingston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Ahmed, ON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice affordable student housing with all basic amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

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