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Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers

Property class: 2

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Exterior
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Living area
Terrace/patio
Front of property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Male Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Family Room Fits 4

Family Room Fits 4

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room Fits 3

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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King Room

King Room

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

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Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

3 Share Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Picton

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers places you in the centre of Picton, within a short 5-minute stroll of Picton Museum and Picton War Memorial. Highlights at this beach hostel include free continental breakfast and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a library. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Near this Picton hostel, you'll find Picton Ferry Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • Picton Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Picton War Memorial - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Picton Foreshore - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Edwin Fox Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nelson Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Picton (PCN) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers

Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Picton hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers offers 13 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. This Picton hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. 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

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 lift (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 bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets 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

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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
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.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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

What is the cancellation policy at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers?

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

Is parking available at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers?

Yep, Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers has a free self car park.

Does Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental breakfast is served daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers?

No, Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 157 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 157 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 157 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 157 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 157 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and very enjoyable time there
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great people and location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, bright, big kitchen, breakfast, plenty of hot water in showers, staff were great !!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joao

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

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were next level awesome, friendly family environment, loved the free range pets.. a very good experience!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Juliet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good central overnight stay. Clean and easygoing
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for the money. Would recommend especially if on a budget.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, easy to locate and get to from Ferry terminal. Well worth the money.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money, lovely host. Clean and we will return when back in Picton
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

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

ZOLTAN

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

8/10 Good

Theresa

Close to the ferry to the north island
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neat place, Everone was friendley ... right in town
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bich-Ha Henriette

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ENZO

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

Jeremie

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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