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Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers

Property class: 2

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Living area
Terrace/patio
Front of property
Bathroom

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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75 High St., Picton, Marlborough, 7220
  • Place, Picton Harbour
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Picton Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Picton Foreshore
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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Bed in 4-Bed Male Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Bed in 4-Bed Female Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room Fits 4

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room Fits 3

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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3 Share Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Picton

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers places you within a 5-minute walk of Picton Museum and Picton War Memorial. This 13-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Picton Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Picton Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Picton Foreshore - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Waitohi Recreational Reserve - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nelson Square - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Picton (PCN) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thai Panda - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Roger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Seabreeze Cafe & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Le Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Toastie Lords - Picton - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a library, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Desks are also available.

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive key retrieval information
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • 2 total pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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: 1 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Piwaka And Backpackers Picton
Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers Picton
Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers?

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do within easy reach of Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers?

This hostel in Picton is within a 10-minute walk of Picton Ferry Terminal, Picton Foreshore, and Picton Harbour. You'll also find Nelson Square and Picton Museum less than a mile away.

Does Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers feature a casino on the premises?

No, Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Does Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, pets stay free at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers.

How far is the airport from Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers?

The closest major airport to Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers is Picton (PCN), which is 5.4 mi away (8 minutes by car). Another top airport is Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne), which is located 21.5 mi away (28-minute drive).

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 158 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 158 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 158 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 158 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 158 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

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Great people and location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Great service and very enjoyable time there
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, bright, big kitchen, breakfast, plenty of hot water in showers, staff were great !!
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ver cosy, friendly owner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff were next level awesome, friendly family environment, loved the free range pets.. a very good experience!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Good central overnight stay. Clean and easygoing
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely my favourite place to stay in Picton. The unique configuration of the buiding and the personality of Nicci and the staff make it feel safer, warmer, and more like home than any other backpackers' I've stayed at, anywhere in the world.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

HOMELY backpacker rooms

Felt very welcoming and homely. Nice to have breakfast to help yoirself to and tea and coffee available all day. Good location. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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I absolutely loved, my family and I will come back for sure. Very comfy, clean and homie place! Great and positive energy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great value for the money. Would recommend especially if on a budget.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was fine. We only stayed for the night after getting off the late ferry. To have breakfast provided for the price was a bonus and very welcome. Thank you. Will com again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent value. Everyone (staff & guests) really friendly. Owner was wonderful allowing us to leave our bags until we were ready to check in for ferry
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff, easy to locate and get to from Ferry terminal. Well worth the money.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great value for money, lovely host. Clean and we will return when back in Picton
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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I liked the genuine help i was given after problems with the boat crossing delays, the room was clean the tidy, the eating area was clean and well equipped for easy makeing food breakfast was good, the lady was friendly and helpfull, i would recomend it it others .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The owner lady so lovely & friendly. The place is a bit noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Close to the ferry to the north island
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Neat place, Everone was friendley ... right in town
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicci is a wonderful host. The property is conveniently located—easy walk from the ferry and from restaurants and shops. Common areas are lovely and well stocked. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicci was super friendly and helpful. The location is very convenient. The property was very clean and tidy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Nice warm, comfortable homely feel. Nicci and the staff are very friendly & having a free breakfast was a pleasant surprise AAA
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived after midnight and still got an incredibly warm welcome. Superb room, really clean and comfortable and super friendly staff. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nicci is an amazing host. She reserved a double suite with built-in bathroom. She kept the place tidy and clean and inviting. We had a wonderful time in Picton.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great deal
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025