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Hanmer Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in Hanmer Springs with free parking

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Twin/Triple Room) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi
Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Twin/Triple Room) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi
Hanmer Backpackers provides a quiet escape in the city center with its tranquil garden setting. Guests connect using the free in-room WiFi and appreciate practical touches like on-site laundry facilities and barbecue grills that make longer stays comfortable.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (5 Bed Dormitory) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

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

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Twin/Triple Room) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

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

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Standard Double Room) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

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

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Standard Room (Ensuite 4bed) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

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 neighborhood

Located in Hanmer Springs, Hanmer Backpackers is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chisholm Park and Conical Hill Walkway, while Hanmer Heritage Forest and Culverden Gallery are cultural highlights. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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41 Conical Hill Road, Hanmer Springs, 7334

What's nearby

  • Chisholm Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Conical Hill Walkway - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Conical Hill - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hanmer Heritage Forest - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sushi & Bowl - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rustic Tapas - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boulder Burgers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Petrah Souvlaki Kebab House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fire & Ice Cafe Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hanmer Backpackers

Hostel in the city center
Hanmer Backpackers provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Hanmer Backpackers offer amenities such as free WiFi.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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

Pets not allowed

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:

  • Towels fee: NZD 1 per person, per night

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

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Hanmer Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hanmer Backpackers?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hanmer Backpackers?

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

What time is check-out at Hanmer Backpackers?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Hanmer Backpackers located?

Located in the heart of Hanmer Springs, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Chisholm Park and Conical Hill Walkway. Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve and Hanmer Heritage Forest are also within 15 minutes.

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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

Daniel

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

Gr8 stay

Amazing hosts
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Dave

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

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

Cathleen

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

10/10 Excellent

Carina

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

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

6/10 Okay

T G A Buma

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

8/10 Good

Jig

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

10/10 Excellent

Vikki

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

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

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

Sehr schön und ich fand‘s romantisch

Die Unterkunft war sehr gemütlich und mit Loggia und und Kamin ausgestattet. Es gab einen grossen Esstisch, wir man sich gut mit den anderen Gästen unterhalten konnte. Die Küche war sehr gut ausgestattet. Der Gastgeber war äusserst freundlich und hilfsbereit.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lies

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The quitness and it waa verry clean. The woodfire in the evening. Nice price.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Kelly

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sisse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights 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

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 traveler

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 traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

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