Name: Backpackers Vacation Inn and Plantation Village
Address: 59-788 Kamehameha Highway, Pupukea, HI 96712, United States of America, 59-788 Kamehameha Highway, Oahu, HI 96712, USA
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $30 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 6.7

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Beach. This property is either next to the beach or will have its own private access. Airport shuttle. Airport shuttle available at an additional charge. You can request this in the next step.

59-788 Kamehameha Highway, Pupukea, HI 96712, United States of America –

Traveler photo of Pupukea by Carl

December 30, 2017

Love the area!!! Prime spot for everything in the North shore . House itself had cute appeal. Loved the deck view!

Olivia, United States of America

The property owners and staff are amazing. My husband died in his sleep while we were staying here. They did everything they could to help me manage in devastating circumstances. I had stayed here before and will come back here next time I visit the Island!

Marjorie, United States of America

It's a backpackers' hostel, so it has a hang-loose vibe about it. It has basic, shared kitchen facilities and bathrooms, and not nearly enough hooks or nails to hang wet towels, swimwear, etc. (most people use the deck rails, but when the wind comes up, so do their towels); however, it's clean and comfortable, right in the heart of some legendary North Shore surfing and shallow-water snorkeling. I'd stay there again, for sure.

Joseph, United States of America

The view from the porch was great. The staff was very helpful. Great location

Bonnie, United States of America

I liked the proximity to Waimea Valley. We needed a place to stay that was near there as we were in a wedding on Saturday. I Loved the Guy at the reception when I got there and told him our party friends got into ATV accident and were at the ER, he asked me if I still wanted to stay or cancel. That was some Aloha Spirit service! So awesome! Of course we had to stay because the wedding was the next day and we needed some where close to change.

Kearn, United States of America

When I booked this on booking.com it had a 6.8 rating, which means “pleasant”. This place was not pleasant. It’s barely bearable. On TripAdvisor someone called it “horror hostel” which is a pretty apt name. It’s really old & dirty. The room was hot and muggy - we had fans, but it was kind of hard to sleep because of the heat. The pillows were exceptionally flat. I’m not prissy at all, but this place was a little over the top, even for me. The other people staying there were super nice and considerate, so that was a plus. Generally speaking the staff was nice enough. The day we checked out though, a girl knocked on our door at 10:05 (checkout is at 10) and said, “Hey, when are you guys leaving? Checkout was like 15 minutes ago.” I was like, what? It’s only 10:05. Not a huge deal, but annoying. The location is pretty spectacular, but I would never stay there again.

Heidi, United States of America

Location was walking distance to iconic beach and to local food trucks and Foodland.

Christopher, Australia

The private room was so comfortable ~ I can’t wait to go back one day!

Deborah, Canada

-Basic amenities but with one minute walk your beachside view. -Close proximity to Haleiwa, and you can even choose to rent their $5 "beater" bikes. -Paid shuttle services (upon availability) -This is where I stay when I am on Oahu because I love all that North Shore has to offer. -Always enjoy meeting people from all over each time I visit.

Jennifer, United States of America

Unbeatable location if you want to be near the beach on the North Shore. Beachy bum feel. Use of a kitchen.

Brynne, United States of America

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8.7

Great location!
Nearby beaches

What guests loved the most:
“Love the area!!! Prime spot for everything in the North shore . House itself had cute appeal. Loved the deck view!”

Olivia United States of America
“The property owners and staff are amazing. My husband died in his sleep while we were staying here. They did everything they could to help me manage in devastating circumstances. ”

Marjorie United States of America
“It's a backpackers' hostel, so it has a hang-loose vibe about it. It has basic, shared kitchen facilities and bathrooms, and not nearly enough hooks or nails to hang wet towels, swimwear, etc....”

Joseph United States of America
“The view from the porch was great. The staff was very helpful. Great location”

Bonnie United States of America
“I liked the proximity to Waimea Valley. We needed a place to stay that was near there as we were in a wedding on Saturday. ”

Kearn United States of America
“When I booked this on booking.com it had a 6.8 rating, which means “pleasant”. This place was not pleasant. It’s barely bearable. ”

Heidi United States of America
“Location was walking distance to iconic beach and to local food trucks and Foodland.”

Christopher Australia
“The private room was so comfortable ~ I can’t wait to go back one day!”

Deborah Canada
“-Basic amenities but with one minute walk your beachside view. -Close proximity to Haleiwa, and you can even choose to rent their $5 "beater" bikes. ”

Jennifer United States of America
“Unbeatable location if you want to be near the beach on the North Shore. Beachy bum feel. Use of a kitchen.”

Brynne United States of America

This hostel is in Haleiwa, Hawaii and across the street from Three Tables Beach. This hostel features a kitchen area and cable TV.

The Backpackers Vacation Inn and Plantation Village provides free parking. Guests receive access to laundry facilities.

The Backpackers is within a 5-minute walk to Sharks Cove and Waimea Bay. The Pipeline is 1 miles away. Sunset Beach Park is 3 miles from the hostel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Closest Landmarks

Waimea Bay
0.3 miles
Waimea Bay Beach Park
0.4 miles
Waimea Valley
0.6 miles
Banzai Pipeline
1.5 miles
North Shore
5 miles
Dole Plantation Hawaii
8.2 miles
Laie Falls Trailhead
8.3 miles
Brigham Young University Hawaii
8.7 miles
Polynesian Cultural Center
9.3 miles
Kealia Trailhead
10.4 miles

Closest Airports

Honolulu Airport
23.5 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“The value for money....location and other guests were great...brilliant so close to beach and shops....washing and drying cheap too”

Joytee

Australia

7.0

“Rooms are set out within a group of great little cabins with well equipped kitchen and dining area in the cabin, good shower and toilet. 1 min to beach, super c...”

Lawrence

United Kingdom

“Location right on the door step of the best north shore has to offer. ”

Wayne

Australia

7.9

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12:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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

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Until 10:00 AM

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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to room type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children and Extra Beds

All children are welcome.

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

ATM card Backpackers Vacation Inn and Plantation Village accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The Fine Print

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

***Please note: No children under 16 years old are allowed in the dormitory rooms***

***Please note: Guests checking in after 7 pm will need to notify the hotel***

All guests are charged a Credit Card Interchange Fee of 3%.
This fee is not included in the room rate.

If you plan on using the airport shuttle, please note it in the Special Requests box when booking. Reservations are required. A charge of $70 per person is charged for pick-up from Honolulu International Airport to the property. A special rate of $20 per person for 2 people is offered for guests who arrange the transportation service before 12 pm on the day of arrival. Please note that the special rate is not guaranteed and is subject to availability.

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.

License number: TA-124-368-8960-01

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Newest Reviews for Backpackers Vacation Inn and Plantation Village

Reviewed: December 13, 2018

Larisa
Switzerland
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • One Bed in a Dormitory
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No towels, car/ road noise, smell in the room
Living room, location, garden

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 11, 2018

Olivia
United States of America
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Private Room
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Bedding was stained and didn't fit. Towels were tiny.
Love the area!!! Prime spot for everything in the North shore . House itself had cute appeal. Loved the deck view!

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: December 6, 2018

Christian
Austria
2.5

“I wanted to find out by myself, I paid the price ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • One Bed in a Dormitory
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I booked one week, and canceled after one night. Here’s why: the building is old, which is not a problem to me, but very dirty and uncomfortable. Dark, small rooms, the kitchen is so dirty that I fear to get ill of cutting any food there. At the sink was a sign of “if you don’t wash your own dishes, i’m gonna find you and i’m gonna kill you” - after one night (of absolutely no sleep) I get to the office, and canceled. The employee was nice, even changed the booking from 7 nights to 1 night so that I would just pay 50$ cancellation fee instead of 100$ - at the end it turned out that I paid 100$. I don’t know why, I realized that when I was in the bus. I sent them a mail, no answer. I told that booking.com, they said that the hostel is not giving any refund. I have to say that i’m really easy to live and don’t need much. I’m not afraid of dirty places or a little small rooms, but that is just not worth the money for me. I’ve read all the horrible reviews and still wanted to find out myself, well... I did. And paid the price. This place is far away from recommendation!
Staff seemed to be friendly at the check-in

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 27, 2018

joytee
Australia

7 helpful votes
7.1

“Sunset beach value”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Private Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very basic....bathroom and kitchen could be cleaner
The value for money....location and other guests were great...brilliant so close to beach and shops....washing and drying cheap too

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 21, 2018

Marjorie
United States of America
10

“This location allowed us to do everything my husband wanted to do on this last trip of his life. :)”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Studio
- • Stayed 9 nights
There is nothing they could do better. I didn't like that my spouse decided to check out and not come home with me (that is, passed away peacefully in his sleep - happy)
The property owners and staff are amazing. My husband died in his sleep while we were staying here. They did everything they could to help me manage in devastating circumstances. I had stayed here before and will come back here next time I visit the Island!

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 19, 2018

Tina
Slovenia

1 helpful vote
7.1

“Basic but in great location”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Plantation Village Private Bed Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
First we stayed in the small room with shared bathroom and kitchen. Extremely basic, small and not very clean. Than we moved to other room with private facilities. The prices are high for both also comparing to other accomodations across Oahu. But if you want to stay on the North Shore (which is spectacular!) you don't have many options...
All in all very basic accomodation with friendly staff. The facilities with shared spaces are great for meeting other travelers. and some with nice terraces and wievs. The private room was big and on the beach. We lited North Shore a lot...

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 15, 2018

Anonymous
Canada
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Private Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Amazing location walking distance to some very cool sights!

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: November 9, 2018

Joseph
United States of America
7.1

“Snorkeling at Sharks Cove was magical!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Private Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
The two-lane highway is really busy, dangerous to cross or to walk along, but that's how you get to the beach, the food trucks, the grocery store, etc. If you walk along the road at night, take a flashlight so drivers can see you and aim better.
It's a backpackers' hostel, so it has a hang-loose vibe about it. It has basic, shared kitchen facilities and bathrooms, and not nearly enough hooks or nails to hang wet towels, swimwear, etc. (most people use the deck rails, but when the wind comes up, so do their towels); however, it's clean and comfortable, right in the heart of some legendary North Shore surfing and shallow-water snorkeling. I'd stay there again, for sure.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: October 31, 2018

Yvonne
Netherlands

3 helpful votes
3.8

Poor
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Private Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It's an old building. My room was facing south with no AC so it was incredibly hot during the day. The room also smelled bad and the floor was very dirty. I did not enjoy this one bit. The outside spaces would have been great had the couches and chairs had decent and clean cushions but it all looked very dirty and old. I really don't recommend it at all.
The only good thing about this place was the location. Close to Haweiwa, the North Shore beaches and Waimea Valley.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 29, 2018

Bonnie
United States of America
5.4

Fair
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Standard Cottage
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The property was in need of a major cleaning and maintenance. Ripped screens, dirty windows. Also we came home with sand flea bites all over our legs. The furniture needs a good cleaning. We never made it to the beach so fleas had to be on the furniture
The view from the porch was great. The staff was very helpful. Great location

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 27, 2018

Anonymous
Australia
5.4

Fair
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Studio
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Wifi didn’t work in our room. Airport shuttle driver was late and inappropriate.
Proximity to bus stop and beach.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 10, 2018

Kearn
United States of America
5.4

“Too expensive for the value provided.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Deluxe Studio
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The price was way too much for the facilities. There was no air conditioning and we were sweating all night. Even with the ceiling fan and fan in the closet. There was something a muck in the tea pot that we didn't even bother dealing with.
I liked the proximity to Waimea Valley. We needed a place to stay that was near there as we were in a wedding on Saturday. I Loved the Guy at the reception when I got there and told him our party friends got into ATV accident and were at the ER, he asked me if I still wanted to stay or cancel. That was some Aloha Spirit service! So awesome! Of course we had to stay because the wedding was the next day and we needed some where close to change.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 9, 2018

Maja
Slovenia

1 helpful vote
6.7

“Clean place and good location. Missing some AC in the room and a bit of wi-fi connection.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Plantation Village Private Bed Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Wi-fi doesn't work in all areas, so it was basically not working in our room. Another thing was the AC. There was no AC, only the fan on the ceiling and when we came there it was quite hot. We actually had to sleep with our room door opened to get the temperature a bit down.
The location of the place is really nice and the whole complex with cottages is cosy, with a chance to meet a lot of people. It has all the basic utilities and it is kept clean, especially bathroom and kitchen.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 4, 2018

Heidi
United States of America
4.2

“Not going back.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Private Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
When I booked this on booking.com it had a 6.8 rating, which means “pleasant”. This place was not pleasant. It’s barely bearable. On TripAdvisor someone called it “horror hostel” which is a pretty apt name. It’s really old & dirty. The room was hot and muggy - we had fans, but it was kind of hard to sleep because of the heat. The pillows were exceptionally flat. I’m not prissy at all, but this place was a little over the top, even for me. The other people staying there were super nice and considerate, so that was a plus. Generally speaking the staff was nice enough. The day we checked out though, a girl knocked on our door at 10:05 (checkout is at 10) and said, “Hey, when are you guys leaving? Checkout was like 15 minutes ago.” I was like, what? It’s only 10:05. Not a huge deal, but annoying. The location is pretty spectacular, but I would never stay there again.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: September 22, 2018

Nataliya
United Kingdom

2 helpful votes
3.8

Poor
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Private Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The furniture in the shared areas was disgusting, it looks like it was taken from the street and then used for another 20 years. This is so disrespectful.

Stayed in September 2018

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