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Backpack Oz - Hostel

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Bar (on property)
Exterior
Laundry room
Shared kitchen facilities
Reception

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

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144 Wakefield Street, Adelaide, SA, 5000
  • Place, Victoria Square
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Rundle Mall
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Adelaide
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Adelaide, SA (ADL)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 Bed Female Dorm)

  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Shared Dormitory (12 Bed Mixed Dorm)

  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom, City View

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room

Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Room

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Mixed Dorm)

  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Adelaide

At Backpack Oz - Hostel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Rundle Mall and Adelaide Casino. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .For a drink, you can stop by the hostel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Adelaide Central Business District hostel include Adelaide Convention Centre and Adelaide Oval.
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What's nearby

  • Victoria Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rundle Mall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Adelaide - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Adelaide Central Market - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Adelaide Casino - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Victoria Square - Tarndanyangga Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Pirie Street Tram Station - 11 min walk
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Golden Wattle - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sway Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Diaspora Kouzina - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Funk Coffee & Food - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Original Coopers Alehouse - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Backpack Oz - Hostel

You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered on selected days. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Backpack Oz - Hostel. For a fee, parking is available.

This Adelaide hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Backpack Oz - Hostel offers 13 shared accommodations with air conditioning, a safe and a ceiling fan. This Adelaide hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (surcharge)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe
  • Shared accommodation

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:30 AM and 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 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 24 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Bed sheets fee: AUD 2 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:30 AM and 5:00 PM

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Backpack Oz Hostel Adelaide
Backpack Oz Hostel
Backpack Oz Adelaide
Backpack Oz
Backpack Oz - Hostel Adelaide
Backpack Oz - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Backpack Oz - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Adelaide

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Backpack Oz - Hostel?

Backpack Oz - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Backpack Oz - Hostel?

Yep, Backpack Oz - Hostel has a self car park, for a fee. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Backpack Oz - Hostel?

The closest beach to Backpack Oz - Hostel is Glenelg Beach (10.4 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Backpack Oz - Hostel?

No, Backpack Oz - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Backpack Oz - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 11:00 AM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Backpack Oz - Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Backpack Oz - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 97 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service

Nice place

Comfortable clean and tidy single room in the centre of the city. Staff were really helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good service desk
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely gem that is centrally

This hostel was centrally located with a helpful and friendly staff. Room was very comfortable. Nice gem. Tours took off from hostel which wss great. Very clean and well stocked kitchen. Lots of room to hang out.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Of course breakfast is a plus (some French toasts with butter, peanut butter, Vegemite and apricot jam). On the other hand, I missed some selves next to the sinks to place the toiletries.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly atmosphere in everything the place the staffs the guest everyone the utility’s it’s easy and simple people from every corner of the world come together in harmony and respects even the location very close to the city. Thank you for the 3nights I have stayed st “OZ BACKPACKERS “ I will never forget and the friendship , next time I’m in Adelaide for sure I’ll come back to OZ BACKPACKERS thank you it’s been pleasures to meet and stay ..” AUSSIE..AUSSIE..AUSSIE.....OY...OY..,,,,GOD BLESS OZ BACKPACKERS ✝️❤️✌️👍👍👍
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Adelaide

Staff very helpful, but the breakfast stop at 9h00 quite early. Very limited toast and cereal. Good interaction between Backpackers
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

可以再次入住

服務不錯，廚房很大，沒有電梯而己
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good

員工服務很親切 環境整潔
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ótima localização! Algum barulho a noite prejudica o repouso.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
엘리베이터가 없음 ㅠㅠ 그 외엔 괜찮다
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service

Cheap, basic accommodation

Generally pretty good. Hostel accommodation was basic but certainly good enough for the price. I stayed in a private room and it was fairly quiet. Never had to wait to use the bathroom. They provided free food on Monday evening (rice and chilli con carne) and Wednesday evening (Dominos pizza). Free breakfast was available everyday but it is extremely basic (sliced white bread with a choice of jam, honey and peanut butter, or weetbix). Bar at the hostel is limited and only serves bottled beer. Linen is included (pillow case, bottom sheet, flat sheet). There are also duvets on the bed, but these are not washed between guests. Good location, easy to walk to the centre (about 15 mins).
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

good location

very basic room, no free towel, sampoon ... breakfast finishes at 9 AM then they will collect foods and you have nothing to eat if you are late Good location. Victoria square and Rundle Mall on walking distance
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
The luggage of other customers was not that organised, so my first impression wasn't that good
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Good location but thats it, I was late for the check-in but I have contacted for that and the staff forgot to send me the access code to open the door that was closed when I'm arrived. Also the 13 shared guestrooms is not very confortable and to tiny, no place for the stuffs. Even if my stuffs was on my bed, the staff has change the sheets and all my stuffs from the bed when I was outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I found the atmosphere very comforting. Great place to stay on a trip from a regional area. Cheers and thanks Barbara
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Comfortable bed and rooms reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ostello semplice in buona posizione

Ho alloggiato in camera privata, dotata anche di lavandino. Arredamento essenziale, la camera si presentava discretamente pulita all'arrivo a parte gli aloni sulle lenzuola. Gli spazi comuni sono tenuti abbastanza puliti. Colazione offerta al mattino: thè, caffè, pane tostato, marmellata, cereali. La struttura è fredda, ho visto gente girare con il piumino in bagno. Nelle docce non ci sono i dispenser per il sapone quindi andate muniti. Posizione buona per raggiungere il centro.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
très bonne ambiance avec un personel d'accueil vraiment sympa
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Conveniently located quality hostel accommodation

Staff were friendly and helpful, quality and comfort of accommodation was great. Only downer was when one of the toilets wasn't flushing properly, management did not put out a sign out of order nor fix it overnight. Would have been helpful to have bins available for rubbish in room. Street noise can be a bit noisy in evenings when window kept open all night.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun Tuesday night

Dinner and game night provided. Living room is good for hanging around.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super Auberge

Très bonne expérience. La chambre est correcte, le lit très comfortable et les gens très biens. Le personnel est 50/50, souvent au gré de ses humeurs mais tout est toujours pour le mieux. Attention, la cuisine affiche des heures d'ouverture et fermeture surtout qui ne sont pas respectées en fonction de l'humeur de l'équipier qui veut finir plus tôt. La cuisine est super, très bien équipée et propre, et le petit déjeûner très bien lui aussi puisqu'il inclut les boissons chaudes. Le service d'informations tourisme est au top. Enfin, un service de location de vélos est disponible et le bâtiment très bien situé propose de bonnes bières, des happy hours très appréciées, un billard pour s'amuser, un espace télé, et la pizzeria voisine rend bien service quand la cuisine ferme ! ;)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

no too bad

no too bad
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cheap rates--helpful staff--it's a hostel

Stayed here while looking for an apartment. Good overall experience. Couldn't expect luxurious Marriot-like conditions considering I booked 7 nights for a total of $99 USD. bed sheets are cleaned, access to a furnished kitchen with the singular policy that you clean whatever you use when you're done, toast or cereal provided for breakfast, wifi, common lounge area. I Never competed with bathrooms. I stayed during the latter end of Australia winter.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

friendly staff and super clean hostel

when i arrived i was greeted by staff super nice and polite stayed in backpack oz for a weekend i stayed in the cave room eds where comfy showers were actually decent and warm staff cleaned the room everyday. ive stayed in alot of hostels and this is the first one thats actually been spotless. the staff gave great advice on where to go and what to do. i would highly recommend anyone to stay in this hostel
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Twelve Man Cave

The Hostel was good. I stayed in a room called Cave. It was a 12 person room. I stayed short term. If you plan to stay longer, I recommend a smaller room. The larger room itself was good. Warm but a little messy due to other guests. The location is great and they have free bikes up for grabs (daily). Wifi could have been better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017