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Vagabond Backpackers

2.0 star property
Travelers find their perfect balance in the peaceful garden or while watching shows in the lobby of this Christchurch retreat where comfort truly meets connection

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Vagabond Backpackers sits in the heart of Christchurch City Centre, offering a welcoming atmosphere and a quiet garden for relaxation. Guests stay connected with WiFi available in their rooms and can store their luggage on-site for hassle-free exploring.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

About the neighborhood

Map
232 Worcester Street, Christchurch, 8011

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 12 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 25 min drive

About this property

Vagabond Backpackers

Hostel near Hagley Park
Vagabond Backpackers provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • A TV in the lobby, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Vagabond Backpackers have amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers
  • Communal kitchens, heating, and limited housekeeping

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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

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 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 at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: NZD 20 per stay

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

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Vagabond Backpackers Hostel Christchurch
Vagabond Backpackers Hostel
Vagabond Backpackers Christchurch
Vagabond Backpackers Hotel Christchurch
Vagabond Backpackers Christchurch
Vagabond Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Vagabond Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Vagabond Backpackers?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Vagabond Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Vagabond Backpackers?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Vagabond Backpackers located?

Located in Christchurch City Centre, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Transitional Cathedral and Hagley Park. Margaret Mahy Playground and New Regent Street are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Vagabond Backpackers Reviews

7.0

Good

6.6

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

8.2

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 30 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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

good hostel in good central location

Good location to centre. We were arriving outside office hours but they left a hand written note and map that we appreciated with the key. Private room was comfortable but outside walk to toilets and showers. Good hostel stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The railing on the steps to the 2nd floor was loose. There was a bed mattress in the hallway The place was well vacuumed
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Wolf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Einfache Unterkunft, man hat alles was man braucht ;-) Sehr nettes Personal, Graham ist ein sehr freundlicher Hausherr.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It probably hasn’t been cleaned I feel like they just make the bed after you (without fresh sheets) The smell was overwhelming the minute you walk in and there is literally crap everywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Klasse Aufenthalt

Sehr netter Aufenthalt, Personal war sehr freundlich. Wirkt zuerst etwas chaotisch, war dann aber richtig gut. Küche hatte alles was nötig ist und war sauber. Tägliche Reinigung. Stadt gut fußläufig zu erkunden. Wir würden jederzeit wiederkommen. Super für den Preis.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located. Very helpful, friendly manager - flexible and willing to accommodate our needs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bien situé. Personnel vraiment gentil. Les espaces communs sont très agréables et aide à faire connaissance. Chambres confortables, uniquement des lits jumeaux. J'ai adoré mon séjour.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hôtel très sale ! Et beaucoup de désordre, cuisine impraticable (non utilisée car sale)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Man bekommt was man zahlt. Einfache schlichte Unterkunft zu einem günstigen Preis. Bett war gut und konnte keine Krabbeltiere feststellen.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Lovely stay with great hosts

This hostel is very warm and welcoming where the all the receptionists are friendly and helpful. It is in a great location close to the city and shops. It is also very clean with all the amenities required
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
ok for one night too much people
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didnt like any of it and didn't even stay one night even though we had payed it was the worst accommodation that i have ever seen in all faucets
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Rafael, Tiene varios outlets cerca con excelentes precios,

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

Buena estadía.

Buena zona, buena relación calidad - precio, acogedor, se preocupan por la limpieza, buen espacio, las camas son un poco viejas, por consiguiente el ruido es incomodo y algunas almohadas no brindan ningún soporte.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

2/10 Terrible

Estelle, Nouméa

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beaucoup trop bruyant. Si, comme nous, vous prenez l'avion très tôt et que vous voulez bien dormir, allez ailleurs. Nous n'avons pas fermé l'œil. La fenêtre de la chambre donne sur une terrasse où des groupes papotent toute la nuit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

Jinhwa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
밤새 밖에서 떠드는 소리와 노래소리가 다 들려 잠을 잘 못잤어요. 백팩커 본관이 아닌 별관을 사용했는데 거실과 부엌의 청결상태는 좀 떨어졌던 것 같습니다. 총 방이 2개인데 저희만 묵어서 화장실 이용은 편리하게 했어요. 그리고 키 디파짓 결제유무에 대해서 스텝간에 잘 몰랐던 탓에 서로 번거로운 일이 생겼었는데 그 부분은 개선이 필요한 듯 싶습니다.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

J, Melbourne, Aus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Room wasn't overcrowded, which was a nice surprise given how cheap it was.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Junpeng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hostel! Nothing special. By the way, the kitchen is a little small.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

christelle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Caio

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

SEOKRO

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019