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Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, near University of Waterloo

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Private kitchen
Fitness facility
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Free toiletries, hair dryer
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University blends academic and recreational experiences perfectly. Visitors can swim in the indoor pool, keep up with fitness routines at the gym, and handle practical needs with convenient on-site laundry facilities.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
4 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 5 Bedrooms

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Air conditioning
Kitchen
5 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

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Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Private Bathroom

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Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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200 King Street N, Waterloo, ON, N2J 2Y7

What's nearby

  • Wilfrid Laurier University - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • University of Waterloo - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Waterloo Stratford Campus - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Conestoga Mall - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • St Jacobs Farmers Market - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Kitchener Station - 10 min drive
  • Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Williams Fresh Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chatime 日出茶太 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Poké Box - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University

Hostel near University of Waterloo
Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University provides amenities like laundry facilities and a gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free premises, and meeting rooms
Room features
All guestrooms at Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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

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

Property is also known as

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Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University Waterloo

Frequently asked questions

Does Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University located?

Situated in Waterloo, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Wilfrid Laurier University and University of Waterloo. Waterloo Park and Knox Presbyterian Church are also within 15 minutes.

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