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Reviews of Atlantis Backpackers This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

42 London Quay, 7250 Picton, New Zealand

#13 of 16 hotels in Picton

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 866 hostel reviews

7.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.7

  • Comfort

    7.7

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free WiFi

    7.7

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  • Reviewed: April 26, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bit dusty, but hey, didn't lessen the enjoyment and feel of the place.

    Loved Sheira. And the cats.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 22, 2024

    8.0
    Good value hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Maybe make it clearer that private rooms are a bit open.

    Slightly odd little hostel with murals etc but quite cosy for it. For those booking private rooms, they are actually open at the top which surprised me but wasnt much of an issue. The living room and fireplace are nice for a chill. Its good value for money. Great location for the ferry.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 8, 2024

    7.0
    Overall, Atlantis Backpackers is great for a 1-2 night stay, but due to the uncomfortable beds, a longer stay may be unh
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The beds in our room were not comfortable at all. There was a very thin mattress , maybe a camping mattress or pillow topper, over a hard, inflexible frame. That being said, I was so tired that I still slept!

    Sheira’s paintings transport you to another world - Atlantis! She is kind, welcoming, knowledgeable and FUN! A more wonderful hostess would be hard to find.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 7, 2024

    8.0
    Quirky and heart-warming.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I wasn't sure where to go when there is a fire. It is a bit of a rabbit warren and the signs are not clear.

    It is not the most glamorous accommodation but it is definitely the most quirky and interesting one. I usually don't spend much time in the common lounge and kitchen but in Atlantis the atmosphere was very relaxed and I enjoyed a great evening amidst the other guests. The staff is lovely; I was looked after very well with an extra blanket and a small heater.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2024

    8.0
    Positively crazy Atlantis
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There were a lot of weird (sometimes dusty) thingies all around in main area and in the rooms. For some guests it may cause the feeling of excess or redundancy (and I doubt about their cleanliness)

    Very affordable place in a great location, close to ferry harbor. Many facilities were inside, including free breakfast. Atlantis owner was always somewhere around, and we could get some travel tips. She created a family-like atmosphere. Generally, I liked the hostel atmosphere, although for some guests it may seem weird. The room was comfortable, and the beds were too.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It could have done with a bit of heating

    The manager was really friendly and welcoming. The location was great for the ferry and local restaurants.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 31, 2024

    8.0
    Great vibe
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room didn't have a window. No lockers. Sometimes you wait for showers as there are only three. Beds seem old and not very comfy.

    Really cosy and spacious interiors, cats walking around, a piano, friendly staff, and they let me check in at 11 am! Short distance to everything.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 27, 2024

    8.0
    Good cheap accommodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The parking was hard if you're not early enough..

    Good cheap accommodation with good facilities..

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 26, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room without bedding
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There's a heavy smell in the unsheeted room.

    I like the arts and the atmosphere very much. People are nice and free dessert!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 25, 2024

    9.0
    Super comfy bed and great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Best bed so far. I booked a single room and slept like a baby. Fab location and a really interesting hostel. Free tea / coffee and breakfast offered. Loved the sofas and listening to other travellers play the piano.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 20, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing, loved it 😊

    Very quirky place and very close to the ferry terminal.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 19, 2024

    8.0
    Super fun hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Absolutely nothing

    Fantastic backpacker hostel if you are backpacking in New Zealand. Very cheap and you can meet a lot of people. Also a nice cosy place and the staff are very helpful. The selfmade free dessert on 7pm is a very sweet touch too.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 17, 2024

    9.0
    Great value for money, central location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The WiFi was very patchy - no signal at all in my room, and intermittent in the common areas.

    The hostel doesn't have the best curb appeal, but fortunately my first impressions proved to be incorrect! I received an amazingly warm welcome from the lady who I think was the owner. The room was compact, but had everything you needed, and the beds were comfortable. I requested a lower bunk, and this was kindly noted and accommodated. The kitchen was big and well-equipped. The free tea/coffee, breakfast, and little dessert in the evenings were all great, and set it apart from other hostels. The common area was big, with plenty of comfortable seating and absolutely loads of books! The hostel cats were super cute, too! Location was great, right in the centre of Picton, just minutes from the train station and ferry.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 14, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 19 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The showers

    The lounge. And the people

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great hostel to stay in, had everything you need for a great price. Super friendly staff!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 9, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 5-Bed Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I liked the welcome after 9 p.m., and the help of the team for a lost item. (donation of a warm jacket)

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 6, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    WhenI checked my Credit Card I found I had been charged Twice for my Accommodation.

    Ok

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 4, 2024

    8.0
    Good hay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bed

    Friendly , shira is pretty good hay

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 3, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bed was a bit creaky and the room division was a bit weird but fine. I stayed in a 2 or 4 person room.

    Very nice staff and especially after the late night ferry! The hostel is a bit chaotic in terms of decorations but that kind of makes it nice. Good to meet other travellers and they have parrots and cats you can pet. Very good location.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: February 29, 2024

    7.0
    A chill Hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I was in transit, therefore only stayed the one night... The Hostel appeared busy with bodies, backpacks and various items everywhere ... The hosts were great very helpful and accommodating. Great selection of music in the kitchen and lounge areas

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 28, 2024

    8.0
    Perfect for a night before taking a ferry, we rented a private room with shared facilities
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Toilets are ok 😁 but could be better

    Interior

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 25, 2024

    7.0
    Picton holiday
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bed is a bit soft that make my body ache.

    Close to the place and very easy assess to everywhere. Location very good for shops and cafe.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 22, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very friendly and welcoming. I had a lockable single room which suited me.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 20, 2024

    9.0
    Fine
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room without bedding
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Quirky

    Stayed in February 2024

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