Albatross Facilities & Rates

The History of The Albatross Backpacker Inn.

The Albatross Backpacker Inn was originally the towns Post Office and Telephone Exchange. It was built in 1893 and remained the Post Office until 1983 and did not re-open as a Backpacker Hostel until 2001. The buildings are now listed with the NZ Historic Places Trust and the original Post Office safe still stands impressively next to our reception.

Our Rooms

Double Rooms - Our Double Rooms include all bed linen and towels. The have one standard double bed, bed side table, reading lights, hanging rail, and electric heaters. Shared bathroom facilities.

Twin Rooms - We have two twin rooms available. One room features two single beds, and the other features a set of bunk beds. Both rooms include all linen and towels and have electric heaters. Shared bathroom facilities.

Single Rooms - We have one single room which has a single bed, bedside table and lamp, and heater. Bed linen and towel is supplied. Shared bathroom facilities.

4/6 bed Dorm - We have a combination of 4 or 6 bed dorms which are all the same price. All dorm beds include bed linen and towels are available. Female-Only dorms may also be requested. Shared bathroom facilities.

Turkish Dorm - Our Turkish Dorm is in the Old Telephone Exchange Building. These beds are semi-enclosed for privacy with individual curtains and reading lights are are pod-like in their design.

Outside 6 Bed Dorm These beds are our cheapest beds since the building does not have its own toilet and shower facilities. These are in the Main Building next door which is accessible 24hrs a day.

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Our Facilities

- On-site Carpark
- Communal Lounge
- Communal Kitchen with Hobs, Oven, Microwave, Utensils, Herbs & Oil
- Seperate TV Lounge with FREE Movies
- Complimentary Tea, Fresh Ground Coffee and Hot Chocolate
- Luggage Storage
- Cyclist-friendly. Lockable bike storage - Coin-op Internet and Wi-Fi
- Free local calls and phonecard Telephone
- Guest Laundry
- Outside area with BBQ and herb garden
- Free Iron and Hairdryer Rental

Our Room Rates (NZ$):

Double room: $69.00
Single room: $49.00
Twin room: $69.00
Dorm bed: $29.00
Turkish themed dorm: $29.00
Outside 6 bed dorm: $25.00

We also have a self-contained unit available with two double bedrooms, separate kitchen, living and bathroom for $150.00 per night.

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BBH Members

All BBH Members receive $3 discount on their accomodation unless booked in to the two bedroom apartment. In order to qualify for BBH discount bookings must be made direct with us and not via a third party such as Hostelworld or an i-site. You may purchase a BBH Membership Card at our hostel. For a full list of benefits visit the BBH Website