Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre - 15 min walk
Ivon Wilson Park - 3 min drive
Te Anau Wildlife Centre - 4 min drive
Kepler Track - 6 min drive
Getting around
Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 115 min drive
Restaurants
Alpine Centre Cafe & Bar - 3 min drive
Sandfly Cafe - 7 min walk
The Fat Duck - 9 min walk
Kepler Track - 12 min walk
Bailiez Cafe - 4 min walk
About this property
Te Anau Central Backpackers
Te Anau Central Backpackers is a great choice for a stay in Te Anau. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
23 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Gas grills
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Facilities
Garden
Fireplace in lobby
Communal living room
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from May 22 2024 to May 21 2026 (dates subject to change).
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Frequently asked questions
Is Te Anau Central Backpackers currently open?
This property is closed from May 22 2024 to May 21 2026 (dates subject to change).
Does Te Anau Central Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Te Anau Central Backpackers does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Te Anau Central Backpackers?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Te Anau Central Backpackers?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Te Anau Central Backpackers?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Te Anau Central Backpackers and nearby?
Te Anau Central Backpackers has a garden.
What's the area around Te Anau Central Backpackers like?
Te Anau Central Backpackers is a short 6-minute walk from Lake Te Anau and 15 minutes' walk from Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre.
Te Anau Central Backpackers Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
March 24, 2024
A clean hostel close to the intercity bus stop. Comfortable enough.
Thomas
Thomas, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
February 16, 2024
David
David, 4-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
January 30, 2024
Strongly recommend
Very clean and good location
JIHYUN
JIHYUN, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
November 2, 2023
Great Accommodation , Reasonable pricing
Vincent
Vincent, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
April 23, 2023
Very caring helpful staff. Lovely double on suite room, and all around excellent.
Vivienne
Vivienne, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
April 2, 2023
great and convient guest house. Close to the center and the lake. room and shower are clean. the common area is cozy and quiet with great heater and sofa. there is also place to sit out side if its a nice day
shani
shani, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
March 5, 2023
Good value
Great price, great location.
Kitchen is not as clean as when this property was a YHA. It has lost some of its friendly vibe since then.
When the other places cost twice as much, stay here.
Verified traveler
5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
February 23, 2023
Great staff, super easy check in
Giulio
Giulio, 2-night business trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
January 30, 2023
Very well stocked communal kitchen. A special thanks to Hamish and Erin for taking care of our special request and hand drawing a picture.
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
December 31, 2022
Great location. Very friendly staff.
Chandler
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
November 20, 2022
Great check-in with very enthusiastic staff. Our room was fine, a little dated as you might expect in this type of property but clean and comfortable. There was a problem with drains on the first day, but this was quickly resolved - presumably a result of the property only recently reopening. The communal facilities were good with a great kitchen to use. The property is close to the centre of Te Anau where there are a number of good dining options if you want to eat out, and also a good supermarket.
The location is awesome. Bar and restaurant is very close. There is a quiet and beautiful park is right next hostel.
The atmosphere in hostel is very warm.
It’s worth to live it.