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Backpackers Central Hamilton

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An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the cityscape. - Backpackers Central Hamilton (Hamilton)
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, and a sink. There is a clock on the wall and a painting above the counter. - Backpackers Central Hamilton (Hamilton)
A room with a map of New Zealand on the wall, a refrigerator with stickers, and a window with blinds. - Backpackers Central Hamilton (Hamilton)
A neatly made bed with patterned pillows, a folded towel, and two bedside lamps on small tables. - Backpackers Central Hamilton (Hamilton)
A modern hotel room with a dining area, kitchenette, and a flat-screen TV. - Backpackers Central Hamilton (Hamilton)
Backpackers Central Hamilton provides amenities like a terrace and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

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Room options

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View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

A dormitory room with bunk beds, two single beds, a desk, and a chair.

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

A room with a bed, a chair, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted painting.

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, two single beds, a desk, and a chair.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

A dormitory room with bunk beds, two single beds, a desk, and a chair.

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Twin Room, Private Bathroom

A small, single-bed room with a desk, chair, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

Twin Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Single Room, Private Bathroom

A compact room with a bed, a wardrobe, and a door leading to a kitchen.

Single Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 3 Bedrooms

A room with three single beds, each with a blue mattress and patterned pillows. There is a small table and a chair in the center, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted painting.

Standard Room, 3 Bedrooms

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Quadruple Room, 4 Bedrooms, Private Bathroom

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and a chair.

Quadruple Room, 4 Bedrooms, Private Bathroom

  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Shared Bathroom

A small, single-room accommodation with two single beds, each with patterned bedding and a rolled towel. A small table is placed between the beds.

Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Shared Bathroom

  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Shared Bathroom

A single bed with a blue bedspread and a geometric-patterned pillow, a brown blanket, and a white pillow. There is a white wall with a colorful abstract painting and a white door. A wooden cabinet is visible to the right.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, 4 Bedrooms, Shared Bathroom

A dormitory room with bunk beds, two single beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Quadruple Room, 4 Bedrooms, Shared Bathroom

  • 11 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 Mixed Dorm)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with a view of buildings, and a ceiling light.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 Mixed Dorm)

  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Beds

View all photos for Twin Room with Ensuite

A room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Twin Room with Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room with Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Single Room with Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Hamilton Central, a neighborhood in Hamilton, is home to Backpackers Central Hamilton. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Waikato River and Claudelands Park, while Waikato Museum of Art and History and Globox Arena are cultural highlights. Waterworld and Rototuna Performing Arts Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Hamilton travel guide
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846 Victoria Street, Hamilton, 3204

What's nearby

  • A classical building with a fountain and a pool in a formal garden.
    Hamilton Central Business District
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A river flowing through a forested gorge with a waterfall.
    Waikato River
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hamilton Centre Place
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • SkyCity Hamilton
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • FMG Stadium Waikato
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rocket Coffee Roasters
    7 min walk
  • KFC
    3 min walk
  • The Helm Bar & Kitchen
    5 min walk
  • McDonald's
    12 min walk
  • Valentines Buffet Restaurant
    6 min walk

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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

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM

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 9:30 AM - 7:30 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 6:30 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

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

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Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Backpackers Central Hamilton pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Backpackers Central Hamilton?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Backpackers Central Hamilton?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Backpackers Central Hamilton located?

Located in Hamilton Central, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Hamilton Central Business District, Waikato River, and Hamilton Centre Place. Whitiora Bible Church and SkyCity Hamilton are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Backpackers Central Hamilton Reviews

7.4

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

7.8

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 237 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 237 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 237 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 237 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 237 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room; pleasant, helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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4/10 Poor

Georgia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Door didn’t look properly okay for one night wouldn’t recommend female solo travellers, location was good free parking. Staff were nice. Bathroom was terrible lights didn’t work right and no hot water
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ngahina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
great location not far from town
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a nice place to stay the staff was very courteus and helpful, and the room was warm and comfortable also a very well equiped kicthen and dinning is also great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angelique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is amazing got to chat with other tenants there an awesome accommodation in the city loved the hospitality
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cressella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely felt at home here. Clean tidy quiet just a top notch place to stay and the manager was awesome and accommodating. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marcus

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Really good value nice and comfortable. Central location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the friendly staff. respectful people. cosy and warm room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really close to city (walkable) quiet and clean. Was just a one night bed perfect for in sleep and gone
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was so clean and tidy, really good. The only bad thing was that the tv didnt work.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Probably the best condition backpacker I've stayed in. Good location only half a mile from centre and blundell park. Facilities were in good order at all times. Only criticism was that my room was never cleaned in the time I stayed.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jennifer Soledad

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

Staff friendly

I stayed in a private room so my stay was quiet. The staff is very friendly. The kitchen is spacious and well equipped. Cleanliness could be improved.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff really helpful allowing me to check in early and clearly have a great cleaning regime. However the place itself is looking a little tired and needs an update and lick of paint. Great value for money however!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sanganai

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I like that It is conveniently located near shops and other facilities. I didn't like particularly the room I was in it had no Windows
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff responded promptly to any requests or issue. I just think it's a shame that so many hostels don't provide anything for hand drying in toilets.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was ok for the price and the Toilet and shower was clean. It seams the walls are made from carton as you can hear the people talking next door. I liked the stay but in Hamilton the City council made it really hard to find a spot for the car in the central, when the free parking from the hostel is booked out. So not cool Hamilton Council :( Thanks HH
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well located, not far from the river and shopping etc. It is a bit of a maze which isnt a huge problem but it would help to have signs to the bathrooms. You end up wandering round hoping to bump into them! Kitchen and living room very spacious and a nice communal balcony. Very big problem with the cooker as two rings were very broken in that you couldn't be sure if it would collapse under a pan. Granted, there was a sign saying to not use them but if you didn't read English, you may have has a big probably (it was being replaced the morning i left however. It's more a point about how to overcome the problem). Did the job but did seem a little soulless
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jeffey

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
staff is good but the tv cannot use
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cressella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent spot to stay 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Selena

Property and facilities were good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great.. cheap place to stay and staff were brilliant .. nice and friendly guests too
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vineet

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

10/10 Excellent

Lyndon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value at very good price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chloé

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kitchen a little bit dirty, but the rest was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marielle

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