Name: Backpack Oz
Address: 144 Wakefield Street, Adelaide Central Business District, 5000 Adelaide, Australia, 144 Wakefield Street, South Australia, 5000, Australia
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $13 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.1

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Hostel Backpack Oz

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not only the place and staff but people who lives here offers such a great vibes. I stayed like for 5 days and I never felt homesick. Made some good friends from across the globe.

Shubhendra

India

The nice staff and series of events hold and free food available several times a week. It’s very convenient to city center, short walking or a bus in front.

Ying

Australia

The room was a really good size and the bed comfortable. For once I was glad to have a duvet as the room was, if anything, on the chilly side but this is quite good in the Adelaide heat. The hostel was really clean an in a very convenient location. I’ve read a few reviews complaining about the 15 minute light timer in the bathrooms, this really isn’t an issue as there is enough natural light to shower. Useful tips around the hostel of things to do in Adelaide and the staff seemed really friendly.

Kirstin

Australia

Hostel was clean and staff were always very helpful and friendly. Arrived alone and met a large group of friends quickly. Would 100% recommend Backpack Oz!

Frances

United Kingdom

The crew was helpful. It is easy to reach the hostel by public transport and it is in a decent distance from CBD. the room was AC.

Filip

Slovakia

The free breakfast Clean kitchen Friendly staff Convenient, yet quiet location

Christoph

Switzerland

Sink in the room was a treat! The whole place was comfortable, clean, friendly staff, great chill area, bar, pool table, walking distance to downtown, etc.

Eva

Australia

Good location, close to the downtown area. Free breakfast. Would be a good choice for a party person.

Wonyong

Canada

Friendly staff, rooms were clean as was the kitchen and bathrooms. Common area and bar were great as were drink deals. Overall a great hostel and probably the nicest iv stayed in in Australia.

Shauna

Ireland

Loved,loved,loved it. Felt like home, warm friendly, helpful staff and they feed you for free whilst providing Entertainment movie ice cream nights, chilli and pizza Nights,yum, yum, yum. Felt really safe and well organised and had fun chatting at bar, eating together playing video games, watching movies and sharing Experiences.

Alana

New Zealand

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What guests loved the most:
“not only the place and staff but people who lives here offers such a great vibes. I stayed like for 5 days and I never felt homesick. Made some good friends from across the globe.”

Shubhendra India
“The nice staff and series of events hold and free food available several times a week. It’s very convenient to city center, short walking or a bus in front.”

Ying Australia
“The room was a really good size and the bed comfortable. For once I was glad to have a duvet as the room was, if anything, on the chilly side but this is quite good in the Adelaide heat.”

Kirstin Australia
“Hostel was clean and staff were always very helpful and friendly. Arrived alone and met a large group of friends quickly. Would 100% recommend Backpack Oz!”

Frances United Kingdom
“The crew was helpful. It is easy to reach the hostel by public transport and it is in a decent distance from CBD. the room was AC.”

Filip Slovakia
“The free breakfast Clean kitchen Friendly staff Convenient, yet quiet location”

Christoph Switzerland
“Sink in the room was a treat! The whole place was comfortable, clean, friendly staff, great chill area, bar, pool table, walking distance to downtown, etc.”

Eva Australia
“Good location, close to the downtown area. Free breakfast. Would be a good choice for a party person.”

Wonyong Canada
“Friendly staff, rooms were clean as was the kitchen and bathrooms. Common area and bar were great as were drink deals. Overall a great hostel and probably the nicest iv stayed in in Australia.”

Shauna Ireland
“Loved,loved,loved it. Felt like home, warm friendly, helpful staff and they feed you for free whilst providing Entertainment movie ice cream nights, chilli and pizza Nights,yum, yum, yum.”

Alana New Zealand

Stay in the Heart of Adelaide – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in convenient public transportation, wine and parks – Check location

One of our best sellers in Adelaide! Backpack Oz offers affordable accommodations in Adelaide’s Central Market, just a 5-minute walk from the City Center. It offers a rooftop terrace, a beer garden and free Wi-Fi access.

Guests get a choice to stay in a lively shared room, or in the comfort of their own private room. Toilet and bathroom facilities are shared. All rooms air-conditioned, and kitchens and bathrooms are cleaned daily. The light-filled shared dining and lounge room offers a large flat-screen TV. Guests can enjoy free dinners each Monday and Wednesday nights.

The staff at the tour desk can assist in arranging trips to the Kangaroo Island, the Barossa Valley or the Flinders Ranges.

Oz Backpack is a 20-minute tram ride from the Glenelg Beach and a 15-minute walk from the dining options along Rundle Street. The Adelaide International Airport is a 15-minute drive away.

Adelaide Central Business District is a great choice for travelers interested in convenient public transportation, wine and parks.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Closest Landmarks *

Adelaide Magistrates' Court
0.3 miles
SAHMRI
0.4 miles
Adelaide Town Hall
0.4 miles
Victoria Square
0.4 miles
Supreme Court of South Australia
0.4 miles
The Gallery
0.5 miles
Ayers House Museum
0.5 miles
Adelaide Central Market
0.5 miles
Beehive Corner Building
0.5 miles
University of Adelaide
0.5 miles

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Loucas Seafood Restaurant Restaurant
0 miles
Bean and Gone cafe Cafe/Bar
0 miles
Coles Supermarket Supermarket
0.5 miles
Central Markets Market
0.5 miles

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River Torrens River
1.1 miles
Glenelg Beach Ocean/Sea
7.1 miles
Mt Lofty Summit Mountain
10.2 miles

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Adelaide Airport
4 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“I was pleased to find out that breakfast was supplied, bread, cereal, jams & vegemite and te & coffee. I missed the couple of dinners supplied a couple ...”

Georgie

Australia

“Comfortable bed & clean bathroom.Free dinner & movie nights are a bonus of staying @ Backpacker Oz! Very close to the central markets & CBD of Adela...”

Fee

Australia

7.9

“Location is close to all attractions and transportation. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Kitchen is clean and big enough. ”

Yoopayao

Thailand

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1:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

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6:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Children & Beds

Children not allowed.

This property doesn't offer cribs.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Pets are not allowed.

Cash Backpack Oz accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The Fine Print

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. The legal guardian must provide a current photo ID or proof of guardianship if requested upon check-in.

You must be over the age of 18 to stay in dormitory rooms.

Please let Backpack Oz know your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note a valid passport or photo drivers license is required by all guests to check-in.

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“not only the place and staff but people who lives here offers such a great vibes. I stayed like for 5 days and I never felt homesick. Made some good friends from across the globe.”

“The room was a really good size and the bed comfortable. For once I was glad to have a duvet as the room was, if anything, on the chilly side but this is quite good in the Adelaide heat. The hostel was really clean an in a very convenient location. I’ve read a few reviews complaining about the 15 minute light timer in the bathrooms, this really isn’t an issue as there is enough natural light to shower. Useful tips around the hostel of things to do in Adelaide and the staff seemed really friendly.”

“Friendly staff, rooms were clean as was the kitchen and bathrooms. Common area and bar were great as were drink deals. Overall a great hostel and probably the nicest iv stayed in in Australia. ”

“Loved,loved,loved it. Felt like home, warm friendly, helpful staff and they feed you for free whilst providing Entertainment movie ice cream nights, chilli and pizza Nights,yum, yum, yum. Felt really safe and well organised and had fun chatting at bar, eating together playing video games, watching movies and sharing Experiences.”

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Reviewed: September 23, 2019

Shauna
Ireland
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Friendly staff, rooms were clean as was the kitchen and bathrooms. Common area and bar were great as were drink deals. Overall a great hostel and probably the nicest iv stayed in in Australia.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 21, 2019

Alana
New Zealand
10

“A travel experience I will always treasure, thanks”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Leaving felt like leaving my family very 😢 sad.
Loved,loved,loved it. Felt like home, warm friendly, helpful staff and they feed you for free whilst providing Entertainment movie ice cream nights, chilli and pizza Nights,yum, yum, yum. Felt really safe and well organised and had fun chatting at bar, eating together playing video games, watching movies and sharing Experiences.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 20, 2019

Ryan
Australia

2 helpful votes
10

“Staff make this place”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing at all
The staff here are bloody amazing, that is all.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 14, 2019

Anonymous
Australia

1 helpful vote
7.1

“Clean”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It didn’t bother me that much, but when I book a female dorm, I expect there to be a female bathroom in the hostel as well, which was not the case (as far as I noticed). They ran out of bread so there was only one kind of cereal for breakfast. Luggage storage is just in the “lobby” which didn’t feel really safe, but they do have security boxes for the most valuable stuff, I think.
It was really clean, nice common rooms, Friendly straff. I liked that they offered different events and free food during the week, although I didn’t get to attend any (due to my short stay), so I don’t know how social/good the events actually are. The location is good even though it is not as central as many other hostels, since the city center is not so big and you can walk most places. Bus stop to airport close by. I am happy with my stay, but think I could have gotten more value at another place.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 7, 2019

Lynette
Australia

1 helpful vote
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Common area a bit grubby
Location was great

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: September 1, 2019

O'donnell
Australia
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Staff and Location.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: August 22, 2019

Georgie
Australia
10

“Awesome stay”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
I was pleased to find out that breakfast was supplied, bread, cereal, jams & vegemite and te & coffee. I missed the couple of dinners supplied a couple of nights but they sounded good. Staff were very friendly, and when I arrived I was in a bit of pain & was using a walking stick, so I was moved from an upstairs room to downs stairs room, which I was very grateful for. I also found the other backpackers were also very friendly, so made my stay very good.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 15, 2019

Shubhendra
India
10

“Love my stay”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
It's Hard to say anything.
not only the place and staff but people who lives here offers such a great vibes. I stayed like for 5 days and I never felt homesick. Made some good friends from across the globe.

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 15, 2019

Andrea
Italy
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing. One of the best hostels I have stayed in Australia.
The hostel was cozy, lots of activities available and free pizza!

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 12, 2019

Anonymous
Australia
10

Exceptional
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Fire escape open Closed kitchen. 5 time
Helpful staff Professional cleaning Payment at property helpful desk Large kitchen Good lounge tv area

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 5, 2019

Vinay
India
9.6

“Good , lovely, friendly staff”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing much
Good Staff

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 3, 2019

Nathan
Australia

2 helpful votes
9.6

“Highly recommended ”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Friendly staff, clean, good value for money, Good location.
Nothing to report

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: July 30, 2019

Anonymous
Australia
3.3

Poor
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
poor service at check in and disgusting bathrooms

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 30, 2019

Anonymous
Australia

3 helpful votes
6.3

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
Bathroom could be better

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 11, 2019

Martin
Czech Republic

6 helpful votes
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Hotel is located in the nearby centre. The hotel is backpackers but it was very clean. It was a perfect price-performance ratio.

Stayed in July 2019

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	Bunk Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Parking Air-conditioned room comes with shared bathroom facilities. Room Facilities: • Air conditioning • Fan • Carpeted • View • City view • Linens • Clothes rack Parking: Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs AUD 17 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Bunk Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Parking Air-conditioned room comes with shared bathroom facilities. Please note that this room can accommodate only female guests. Room Facilities: • Air conditioning • Shared bathroom • Fan • Carpeted • View • City view • Linens • Clothes rack Parking: Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs AUD 17 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Parking Air-conditioned room comes with shared bathroom facilities. Room Facilities: • Air conditioning • Shared bathroom • Fan • Carpeted • View • City view • Linens • Clothes rack Parking: Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs AUD 17 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Single Room with Shared Bathroom 1 twin bed and 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Parking This private room consists of 1 double bed and 1 attached bunk bed for single use. The room has evaporative air-conditioning, a washbasin and shared bathroom facilities. This room has no capacity for additional guests. Room Facilities: • Air conditioning • Shared bathroom • Fan • Patio • Carpeted • View • City view • Linens • Clothes rack Parking: Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs AUD 17 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Double Room with Shared Bathroom 1 full bed and 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Parking This private room consists of 1 double bed and 1 attached bunk bed for double use. The room has evaporative air-conditioning, a washbasin and shared bathroom facilities. This room has no capacity for additional guests. Room Facilities: • Air conditioning • Shared bathroom • Fan • Patio • Carpeted • View • City view • Linens • Clothes rack Parking: Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs AUD 17 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Twin Room with Shared Bathroom 1 full bed and 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Parking This private room consists of 1 double bed and 1 attached bunk bed for twin use. The room has evaporative air-conditioning, a washbasin and shared bathroom facilities. Room Facilities: • Air conditioning • Shared bathroom • Fan • Patio • Carpeted • View • City view • Linens • Clothes rack Parking: Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs AUD 17 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Triple Room with Shared Bathroom 1 full bed and 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Parking This private room consists of 1 double bed and 1 attached bunk bed for triple use. The room has evaporative air-conditioning, a washbasin and shared bathroom facilities. This room has no capacity for additional guests. Room Facilities: • Air conditioning • Shared bathroom • Fan • Patio • Carpeted • View • City view • Linens • Clothes rack Parking: Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs AUD 17 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Parking Room Facilities: • Shower • Shared bathroom • Toilet • Toilet paper Parking: Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs AUD 17 per day. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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