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 $15 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.0

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Hostel Backpack Oz

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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

Everything great place great people made my stay in Adelaide that little bit better! Will be back for sure!

Ryan, Australia

Beds were very clean and comfy. Bedrooms were a good size. Security was good. Could have been more toilets as there was only one upstairs. Bath was great though!

Gabrielle, Australia

Friendly staff, pool table, bar (not that I got to use it) comfortable bed and not far from the tram lines.

Matthew, United Kingdom

I liked how clean the beds were. Every day without fail the staff there do a great job of all the little things.

Muter, Australia

Probably the cleanest hostel I have come across in the whole of Australia! Kitchen, bathrooms and dorm rooms were always spotless!! Also the dorm rooms were nice and spacious making it really comfortable to stay in.

Michelle, Jersey

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“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
“Everything great place great people made my stay in Adelaide that little bit better! Will be back for sure!”

Ryan Australia
“Beds were very clean and comfy. Bedrooms were a good size. Security was good. Could have been more toilets as there was only one upstairs. Bath was great though!”

Gabrielle Australia
“Friendly staff, pool table, bar (not that I got to use it) comfortable bed and not far from the tram lines.”

Matthew United Kingdom
“I liked how clean the beds were. Every day without fail the staff there do a great job of all the little things.”

Muter Australia
“Probably the cleanest hostel I have come across in the whole of Australia! Kitchen, bathrooms and dorm rooms were always spotless!! ”

Michelle Jersey

Stay in the Heart of 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 wine, food and restaurants.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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Area Info – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in wine, food and restaurants – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

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

Restaurants & Markets

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

Natural Beauty

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

Closest Airports

Adelaide Airport
4 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Staying in Backpack OZ is like having a home in Adelaide CBD - place is comfortable and cozy, staff are nice, accommodating and helpful. Free breakfast is a big...”

Pacita

Philippines

8.7

“Myself and two friends stayed in this hostel for 5 weeks, whilst working at the Adelaide Fringe. The hostel was in a perfect location to get around the city, an...”

Joanne

United Kingdom

9.1

“The staff was very friendly and helpful. Good location near to the centre.”

Sonja

Italy

8.3

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Check-in

1:30 PM - 9:30 PM

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

Check-out

6:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Children and Extra Beds

Children cannot be accommodated at the hotel.

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

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.

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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 that reception hours are as follows June, July and August
Monday-Sunday 07:00AM until 22:00PM
-September onwards 06:00AM until 22:00PM
Please note that you cannot check in outside reception opening hours.

Please inform Backpack Oz of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

“Probably the cleanest hostel I have come across in the whole of Australia! Kitchen, bathrooms and dorm rooms were always spotless!! Also the dorm rooms were nice and spacious making it really comfortable to stay in. ”

Michelle

Jersey

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Reviewed: January 14, 2019

Conni
Australia
4.6

“Will not be back”
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything Staff very rude and unfriendly
Nothing

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: December 21, 2018

Anonymous
Ukraine

1 helpful vote
9.6

Exceptional
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Needed one night stopover, good all round. Monday night bar specials helped the cause!

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 12, 2018

Ryan
Australia
10

“Great value for money!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bunk Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything great place great people made my stay in Adelaide that little bit better! Will be back for sure!

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 9, 2018

Gabrielle
Australia
10

“Great stay with friendly and helpful people.”
- • Solo traveler
- • Bunk Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
Kitchen could have been left open longer.
Beds were very clean and comfy. Bedrooms were a good size. Security was good. Could have been more toilets as there was only one upstairs. Bath was great though!

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 5, 2018

Matthew
United Kingdom
9.6

“Would recommend ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bunk Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I found nothing that I didn't like about the place.
Friendly staff, pool table, bar (not that I got to use it) comfortable bed and not far from the tram lines.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: December 5, 2018

Sharyn
Australia

1 helpful vote
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Good position.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 4, 2018

Muter
Australia
9.6

Exceptional
- • Solo traveler
- • Bunk Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
I liked how clean the beds were. Every day without fail the staff there do a great job of all the little things.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 4, 2018

Michelle
Jersey

3 helpful votes
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Bunk Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The location isn’t the best in terms of what is within a 5 minute walk, not too many shops or bars (although there is a Dominos next door!). However the city is small and it’s only a short walk to the tram stop so not a major issue.
Probably the cleanest hostel I have come across in the whole of Australia! Kitchen, bathrooms and dorm rooms were always spotless!! Also the dorm rooms were nice and spacious making it really comfortable to stay in.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: November 19, 2018

Umesh
India
10

Exceptional
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bunk Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It was good

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 17, 2018

Anonymous
Australia
4.2

“Affordable ”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bunk Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
-the kitchen gets closed at 9.30 so to bad if you want a cold drink or something to eat trough the night. -the single rooms are horrible and hard to sleep because you can hear noisy cars and people on the street, the floors creak deffenently not worth the price. -the cleaners don't knock they just walk in without warning.
-cheap bears -staff was nice -it's a small place so not to packed -it's probably one of the cheaper backpackers but still very run down so I didn't feal it was worth the price but if your on a budget then you will save money here.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 15, 2018

WEE LH
Malaysia

6 helpful votes
7.5

“Clean bathroom, clean room, friendly staff, 15 mins walk to shopping.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
Most rooms facing balcony or open space, no curtain, lack a bit privacy, but still ok as the environment is quiet. 15 mins timer to use bathroom, kitchen closed at 10pm. Australia shops closed early mostly at 5:30pm, a bit inconvenient for travellers. Food shops not as convenient as expected in CBD. Only 1 food shop (Domino's Pizza) beside hostel. Lucky to find a petrol station 5 mins walk towards South, with 24 hours fast food (Subway, Oporto)
Stayed in single room. First timer in shared bathroom, happy experience. Strong shower & instant hot water, clean bathroom. Clean room with natural light. Free daily simple breakfast 6am-9am Friendly staff. Free bbq dinner on Tuesday for all guests, a few games to get guests mingle around. Young tenants made lively atmosphere within hostel. Quiet & safe environment around, Location rather centre, 15 mins walking distance towards West to Chinatown / Central Market, and towards North to Rundle shopping area. These are 2 major shopping area.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 9, 2018

Wong
Malaysia
7.1

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bunk Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Noisy, door lock didn't really work well, pillow sheet was not very clean.
Venue very convenience, staffs are friendly n helpful, bed was quite comfortable.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 1, 2018

Eileen
New Zealand
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We were staying across in the ‘Guest House’ and there was never enough crockery and cutlery - mainly because guests kept it in their rooms.
Central location, clean and comfortable

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 31, 2018

Pacita
Philippines
8.8

“Highly recommended - cozy & comfy place to stay, with excellent location”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
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Staying in Backpack OZ is like having a home in Adelaide CBD - place is comfortable and cozy, staff are nice, accommodating and helpful. Free breakfast is a big plus (with spacious kitchen, cooking utensils and refrigerator for food storage). Hostel offers lots of opportunity to mingle with other travellers. Clear instructions on house rules and info boards are very useful. Wifi connection is available. Location is excellent where tourist spots or transport pick ups are within walking distance. Easy to find by taxi from the airport. Twas truly worth every dollar spent on accommodation. Thank you, Backpack Oz, for making our 3-day stay memorable, fun, and hassle free! We will definitely recommended to friends, whether staying for few days or months in Adelaide!

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 30, 2018

Ina
Germany
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bunk Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
15 min. timer for light in the showers, not nice if somebody else switched it on ;-) No lifts.
Breakfast started at 6am! Very helpfull team, booking tours and answering questions! Facilities were clean. Much to do within walking distance.

Stayed in October 2018

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Start of dialog content Air-conditioned room comes with shared bathroom facilities. Room Facilities: • Air conditioning • Shared bathroom • Fan • Carpeted • View • City view • Linens • Clothes rack 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 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 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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Start of dialog content Air-conditioned room comes with shared bathroom facilities. Room Facilities: • Air conditioning • Shared bathroom • Fan • Carpeted • View • City view • Linens • Clothes rack 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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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