The Villa Backpackers Lodge

The Villa Backpackers Lodge descritpion

Just 2 minutes' walk from the beach and town centre, The Villa Backpackers Lodge offers an outdoor hot tub, free bicycle rental, free Wi-Fi and complimentary seasonal breakfast and dessert.
Guests can choose to stay in a lively dormitory room or in the comfort of a private room. Most rooms have shared toilet and bathroom facilities.
The property offers a guest lounge with a large screen TV and a DVD player. It also has sunny gardens, a treehouse and BBQ facilities with a covered seating area.
Villa Backpackers Lodge Picton is located in the heart of Picton, just 350 feet from Picton Train Station and 650 feet from EcoWorld Aquarium. It is a 25-minute drive from Blenheim.

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Facilities of The Villa Backpackers Lodge

Outdoors ：BBQ Facilities | Grounds

Kitchen ：Shared Kitchen

Pets ：Pets are not allowed.

Internet ：No internet access available.

Parking ：No parking available.

General ：Non-smoking Rooms | Facilities for Disabled Guests | Heating

Languages Spoken ：English | German

Reviews for The Villa Backpackers Lodge

Review 1：Room was right next to the kitchen and a bathroom so it was very loud and the curtains were so thin the light from the bathroom would shine into our room every time it was used during the night. Also, there seemed to be a staff area outside our room, with the staff talking so loudly it sounded as though they were in our room - not a very private or comfy feeling! Given the noise, we had a terrible sleep.

Review 2：The hot tub and the location.

Review 3：Info for guests arriving on late Ferry re access to kitchen there were no water mugs or glasses in our room and no way of accessing them We found out in the morning that our room key should have fitted kitchen but there was no instructons to do this.Web site needs to be updated regarding tarriff or we were over charged.

Review 4：Close to Ferry when arriving at 11.30pm

Review 5：The duvet cover looked a bit manky (like not really washed.. it had a small blood stain on it like someone had their period on it) Otherwise the rest of the room seemed clean enough as well as the rest of the room.

Review 6：Really cute outside (with fairy lights at night), friendly staff showing us around, the room was really nice Otherwise the sheets seemed clean enough as well as the rest of the room.

Review 7：I emailed in advance to make sure I'd be able to make the 1.30 wine tour off my ferry as my schedule was tight. Reception said it should be fine. When I arrived the woman told me I was too late and had no information on how I would get to the queen Charlotte track. I rang the wine tour company myself and they said it was no problem to pick me up. I feel reception could have tried a bit harder with this!

Review 8：Free apple pie every night, nice hot tub. Kitchen and rooms clean and comfortable.

Review 9：I didn't have a great view but it was comfortable.

Review 10：A lovely old building close to everything. A friendly atmosphere. It was clean and I got the room I wanted. A nice little backpackers. We had apple crumble which was provided by the staff.

Review 11：A little difficult to locate reception; particularly for a late checkin.

Review 12：Value for money, good amenities on a budget. Ideally located close to the Ferry drop off

Review 13：If you want to meet people, hang out, and live on a budget this place is awesome. Everything is there. Knowledgablebstaff, great hub for Abel Tasman and nelson area, and great facilities.

Review 14：Wifi sometimes didn't work in the room (I was in the "depandance"). The lamp on my bed was without bulb.

Review 15：Free shuttle bus from Interislander ferry. Friendly staff. Free Wifi. Despite the huge number of guests it was quite quiet, good soundproofing.

Review 16：the room was super cold (there was a heater only), the staff was not very helpful regarding food requirements or needs (we were just asking some information)

Review 17：Free wifi, location, kitchen, outdoor facilities, nice house, lounge

Review 18：Nothing at all!

Review 19：I loved the place. Close to the bus stop and easy to get around. Lovely staff and people around. Cozy room. Nice breakfast and espacially loved the apple crumble.

Review 20：did not like the door handle that is hard to open when want to go out of the room.

Review 21：I like that we step off the bus and walk strait into their door step. Very well situated.

Review 22：It gets quite cold if the staff doesn't put more wood in the fireplace to prevent the house to get cold during the night

Review 23：Free apple crumble every night! Location, sitting room with fireplace, staff

Review 24：I didn't fine the staff very friendly and there was no induction on check in I.e. info on rules or layout. While the common rom was lovely and warm at night the rest of the hostel was very cold. Personally I also wasn't a big fan of the kitchen being in the middle of the common room, especially when something was burnt. Plug sockets are limited so charging cameras etc can be a bit of a rat race, then add that some of the socets have timers too (none of which was explained at check in and was instead passd guest to guest).

Review 25：The location was the big plus for this hostel, although for travels on foot there is a very steep hill to climb from the I-Site. I really liked the log fire in the common area as well as the lounging cats. I also really liked how eco-friendly this hostel was. The view on a clear day from the balcony wasnfabulous as well.

Review 26：staff didn't mention about free dessert time so I miss. The front door was locked before 8am and no way to open and back to the house.

Review 27：friendly staff warm atmosphere accommodation

Review 28：friendliness of staff, Free WiFi, accessability to ferries, lovely old house, grounds, hot tub, separate units, quiet, big kitchen, could leave bags there while hiking.

Review 29：If I was to be very picky - could be useful for more power sockets in the room

Review 30：Felt like I was staying at someone's house. Very nice homely feel. Lovely garden space. Free wifi. Comfy beds. Bedside lamp. Big, airy rooms with high ceilings. Sink in the bedroom.

Review 31：Decor is quite old and tatty, which was fine by me, but the bedding really could do with replacing. Though perfectly clean, some of it is very old, worn and/or stained.

Review 32：Quirky, friendly hostel in a good location for the ferry and town. Good kitchen facilities, nice big living room, and good, fast and FREE wifi. Staff are v helpful and also willing to do runs to the ferry when needed. I also liked the fact there were plugs next to every dorm bed.

Review 33：The second night some guys were listening to loud music and nobody stopped them (we had to get up early for the ferry)

Review 34：The walking distance to the ferry. The location - very good from Nelson. Free parking near by.

Review 35：Staff behind reception desk were slightly over-stretched on occasion and unable to answer questions (this may be unavoidable due to "peak hour" when lots of people arrive from the bus or ferry). But they were able to enlist the help of other informal staff / long-term guests to show me how things worked, so was not a problem. Hostel is on main road (State Highway 1) and next to railway crossing, so noise may disturb light sleepers, but was no problem for me.

Review 36：My room was comfortable, very clean and good value for money (NZD 82 per night for an en-suite twin room). Facilities were good and well-organised. Hot spa was pleasant after a long day's walking. Kitchen, lounge (with book exchange) and outdoor seating areas also very good. Location is great in the centre of Picton, close to all pubs, restaurants, supermarkets etc. The Intercity bus stops right outside and the ferry terminal (& car hire office) is 5 mins walk. Reception stays open until the evening bus from Christchurch arrives, even if it is late.

Review 37：Lots of flies in kitchen all the time They had a tv room but they hired it out as a room which was abit annoying.

Review 38：Friendly helpful staff Nice rooms and very clean and homey Lots of room to sit and relax Free bike hire!

Review 39：the room was quite small given the amount of beds, there weren't enough showers for all the people staying at the hostel.

Review 40：The Wi-Fi was really good, worked so well and was free which is unusual in New Zealand. The place was very nice with a good outside area and well located

Review 41：Comfortable room and bed. Friendly helpful staff. Enjoyed chatting in the kitchen - lots of young folk from overseas - enjoying our lovely country. Would love to stay again.

Review 42：A little noisy until 10 pm or so but quietened down after that until some girls came back about 12:30 and were talking very loudly outside the room. Asked nicely if they could keep it down and they happily went off to bed.

Review 43：Huge kitchen, dining and lounge to share. Plenty of facilities ie: bathrooms, laundry etc. Room large with lovely bay window, comfy bed and our own little handbasin. Easy walk to foreshore, shops and ferry.

Review 44：inconsiderate fellow travellers socialising loudly opposite our bedroom long after midnight on a Sunday

Review 45：the character and charm of the house, the gardens, the green sustainable approach, cleanliness, friendly late-night welcome and assistance to find our room

Review 46：I checked in late in the night , the front woman waited for me and welcome with smile ,and useful information especially ice cream and cake that can release the exhaustion from the long journey CHC to Picton. Thank you

Review 47：No breakfast :(

Review 48：Loved everything here - great location close to the ferry terminal, super friendly & organised staff, clean & comfortable rooms & a gorgeous old property.

Review 49：Little heaven on Earth, the best hostel we have visited so far. Very comfortable and cozy place, clean and nice. Splendid apple crumble with ice cream like a bonus :) We stayed for only one night but could imagine to be there for a month.

Review 50：The bathrooms were outside (so it was cold when going back to room) The front door remained closed some times so that it was toilsome to go out side of the Hostel without a friend together.

Review 51：Price Organization Free breakfast Typical dessert every night Staff

Review 52：Lovely building and veranda.

Review 53：Staff was very friendly. The spa pool is a highlight for rainy evenings

Review 54：Small tv and

Review 55：Good location

Review 56：The location was handy to everywhere I needed to go to and everything was in order.

Review 57：Nothing.

Review 58：Very nice staff and good accommodation.

Review 59：No coffee, tiny room. Given that much business comes from Ferry arrivals, they should have a later departure than 10am.

Review 60：Close to Ferry

Review 61：Lack of off-street parking.

Review 62：Picton is a nice little town.

Review 63：Wonderful relaxed place to stay in excellent location - highly recommend to anyone!

Review 64：old dirty looking pillows

Review 65：clean,tidy,helpful staff

Review 66：very nice facilities, lovely garden, close to town, friendly staff

Review 67：Very helpful staff, good place to stay if intending on walking the Queen Charlotte Track - homely and friendly hostel.

Review 68：Convenience to the inter-island ferry terminal. and the atmosphere of the township.

Review 69：Clean, quiet, free appke crumble

Review 70：Equipment in kitchen needed updating. Tea towels drty.

Review 71：It was handy for the ferry. Good location to explore.

Review 72：easy to find, friendly and helpful staff, clean room, good value!

Review 73：Welcoming staff, daily 8pm apple crumble ritual which facilitates guest interaction and delightful cottage style accommodation in excellent location.

Review 74：The garden, the kitchen the apple crumble and ice cream in the evening! Yummy

Review 75：Nice staff and fun hostel plus free apple pie!!

Review 76：I should have realized it would only be adequate, but did think it was a bit pricey for the conditions.

Review 77：Convenient to Picton Ferry.

Review 78：Easy stay, comfortable.

Review 79：Mouse in our bedroom

Review 80：Dessert, and breakfast - unexpected treat

Review 81：Not too much.

Review 82：Well organised, value for money.

Review 83：Free bikes and spacious garden

Review 84：- very friendly and helpful staff - well equipped hostel: barbecue, hot tub, nice garden - clean facilities - free wifi

Review 85：A charge for using dryer is $4!!

Review 86：Location, Lounge, big room and friendly

Review 87：Extremely small room

Review 88：Friendly helpful staff

Review 89：plugs and lights for every bed, sink in room. really nice patio

Review 90：Friendly staff. Quirky! A bit of a tar dis. Lovely garden spaces.

Review 91：Comfortable and friendly. Well placed.A house with character.

Review 92：there are two houses, one with good wifi, one with not that good wifi

Review 93：nice people nice wifi nice kitchen and facilities nice outside area

Review 94：Location is excellent, cleanliness and friendliness of people.

Review 95：Limited parking space but if you move out before 10am Should be all good!

Review 96：Convinent to ferry terminal

Review 97：nothing

Review 98：the lovely details

Review 99：Could be more clean.

Review 100：Staff friendly, pick up at the ferry, facilities, location.

Review 101：We loved the location. The facilities were great. Very comfortable stay!! Would recommend to others.

Review 102：Booked a private room for some rest, was straight AC Ross dinning&living area

Review 103：Garden area

Review 104：bed wasnt nice to sleep on.was horrible. we both didnt have a good sleep

Review 105：close to everything

Review 106：Wi-fi was slow for us.

Review 107：Right in the centre of Picton, brilliant location and beautiful surroundings. Great backpackers to stay at when travelling.

Review 108：Nice and cozy~

Review 109：Some staff seemed negative to any kind of night time drunkness.

Review 110：Very cosy place with lots of different areas to relax.

Review 111：The bed needs upgrading- sorry.

Review 112：Friendly

Review 113：Old TV (only five channels) $20 key deposit

Review 114：Good location, good private room with ensuite, free unlimited wifi

Review 115：Very welcoming and comfortable backpackers

Review 116：Nothing

Review 117：Nice hostel with all the flowers. Feels like a öittle oasis. Whirlpool. Very friendly staff. Clean.

Review 118：The 'early wake-up call'. Very much appreciated, would have missed the ferry without it. Helpful staff.

Review 119：Free pudding every day, free wifi

The Fine Print

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform The Villa Backpackers Lodge in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.