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Hanmer Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in Hanmer Springs with free parking

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In-room dining
Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Twin/Triple Room)
Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Twin/Triple Room)
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$91
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct

Explore the area

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41 Conical Hill Road, Hanmer Springs, 7334
  • Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Conical Hill
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Hanmer Heritage Forest
    ‪13 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (5 Bed Dormitory)

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (5 Bed Dormitory)

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (5 Bed Dormitory)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Twin/Triple Room)

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Twin/Triple Room)

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Twin/Triple Room)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Standard Double Room)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Standard Double Room)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Standard Double Room)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room (Ensuite 4bed)

Standard Room (Ensuite 4bed)

Standard Room (Ensuite 4bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Bunk Beds

About the area

Hanmer Springs

Hanmer Backpackers places you in the centre of Hanmer Springs, steps from Chisholm Park and within a short 5-minute stroll of Conical Hill Walkway. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers a garden, barbecues and luggage storage. Additionally, you'll find Wi-Fi in public areas. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Hanmer Springs hostel include Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve and Hanmer Heritage Forest.
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What's nearby

  • Chisholm Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Conical Hill Walkway - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Conical Hill - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hanmer Heritage Forest - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Village Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sushi & Bowl - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rustic Tapas - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boulder Burgers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Petrah Souvlaki Kebab House - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hanmer Backpackers

Hostel in Hanmer Springs with free parking
Hanmer Backpackers offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee. Self parking is free.

This Hanmer Springs hostel is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Hanmer Backpackers offers 6 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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

Important information

Fees

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

  • Towels fee: NZD 1 per person, per night

We've listed 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
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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Hanmer Backpackers Hostel Hanmer Springs
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Hanmer Backpackers
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Hanmer Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hanmer Backpackers?

Hanmer Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hanmer Backpackers?

As of 11 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hanmer Backpackers on 10 Oct 2025 start from AU$91.23, 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.

Is parking available at Hanmer Backpackers?

Yep, Hanmer Backpackers has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hanmer Backpackers?

No, Hanmer Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hanmer Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hanmer Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hanmer Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hosts. Very accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

T G A Buma

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

An average stay

Converted garage, not connected to bathroom/kitchen facilities. Clean and comfortable, but definitely not hotel standard.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Gr8 stay

Amazing hosts
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

JANICE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean & tidy.lovely outside area & handy to amenities Thanku
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the timber exterior and interior.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Moore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
I have stayed here a number of times and have always found it very convenient, clean and easy to be a guest.The host is always very pleasant and chatty. Generally much quieter than most backpackers which is great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, wooden house, small but cosy, clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastically comfortable beds. Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jig

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect sleeping hub for a one night stay. Got all you need plus access to the kitchen to warm up food. Worth the price paid for.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Kelly

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Margarite

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cozy and comfortable, friendly helpful owners. Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to town - 2-5 min walk. Cosy and homely. Well equipped.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very convenient. Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay at Tristan and Yoko's backpackers. It was lovely and warm, with a log burner that Tristan looked after while we were there. There was te and coffee avaliable and an amazing massage chair. We enjoyed our chats with Tristan. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

peter richard

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

my stay was excellent,thank you to the manager

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

Trip around the south Island

Real Friendly people, lovely place to stay. I will go back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

John, Auckland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best budget accommodation we've experienced in New Zealand. Very comfortable, toasty warm room with an ensuite. Super handy to everything at Hanmer. Pleasant staff. Will defo go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020