Backpack Oz - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with bar/lounge, near Adelaide Oval

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Billiards
Front of property
Exterior detail
Bar (on property)

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Self parking
  • Bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
Feel at home
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Self-parking (surcharge)

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 27 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Mixed Dorm)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 Bed Female Dorm)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 27 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Shared Dormitory (12 Bed Mixed Dorm)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
144 Wakefield Street, Adelaide, SA, 5000

What's nearby

  • University of Adelaide - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Rundle Mall - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Adelaide Casino - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Adelaide Zoo - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Adelaide Oval - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 16 min drive
  • Adelaide Parklands Station - 4 min drive
  • Pirie Street Tram Station - 11 min walk
  • Adelaide Station - 17 min walk
  • Victoria Square - Tarndanyangga Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • University Tram Stop - 10 min walk
  • City South Tram Stop - 13 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Winstons Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Wakefield Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Original Coopers Alehouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Earl of Aberdeen Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Backpack Oz - Hostel

Backpack Oz - Hostel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of University of Adelaide and Rundle Mall. Other features include a bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden. Public transportation is only a short walk: Victoria Square - Tarndanyangga Tram Stop is 8 minutes and University Tram Stop is 10 minutes.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 13 rooms
  • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • On-site self-parking (fees apply)

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Free reception (selected days)

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Free bikes nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Bike parking

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Shared accommodations

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Bed sheets fee: AUD 2 per person, per stay

Optional extras

  • Late check-in between 10:30 AM and 5:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge

Parking

  • Self-parking is available for an extra charge

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a first aid kit on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards.

Also known as

Backpack Oz Hostel Adelaide
Backpack Oz Hostel
Backpack Oz Adelaide
Backpack Oz
Backpack Oz - Hostel Adelaide
Backpack Oz - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Backpack Oz - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Adelaide

Frequently asked questions

Does Backpack Oz - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Backpack Oz - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Backpack Oz - Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Backpack Oz - Hostel?
Yes, there's self parking on site (charges apply).
What are the check-in and check-out times at Backpack Oz - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at Backpack Oz - Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Adelaide Casino (18-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Backpack Oz - Hostel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Backpack Oz - Hostel also has a garden.
What's the area around Backpack Oz - Hostel like?
Backpack Oz - Hostel is a short 8-minute walk from Victoria Square - Tarndanyangga Tram Stop and 10 minutes' walk from University of Adelaide.

Backpack Oz - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Very good

6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice place
Comfortable clean and tidy single room in the centre of the city. Staff were really helpful.
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Good service desk
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Lovely gem that is centrally
This hostel was centrally located with a helpful and friendly staff. Room was very comfortable. Nice gem. Tours took off from hostel which wss great. Very clean and well stocked kitchen. Lots of room to hang out.
Hitomi, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Of course breakfast is a plus (some French toasts with butter, peanut butter, Vegemite and apricot jam). On the other hand, I missed some selves next to the sinks to place the toiletries.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Friendly atmosphere in everything the place the staffs the guest everyone the utility’s it’s easy and simple people from every corner of the world come together in harmony and respects even the location very close to the city. Thank you for the 3nights I have stayed st “OZ BACKPACKERS “ I will never forget and the friendship , next time I’m in Adelaide for sure I’ll come back to OZ BACKPACKERS thank you it’s been pleasures to meet and stay ..” AUSSIE..AUSSIE..AUSSIE.....OY...OY..,,,,GOD BLESS OZ BACKPACKERS ✝️❤️✌️👍👍👍
2-night family trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

8/10 Very good

Kihong, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

3-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Cheap, basic accommodation
Generally pretty good. Hostel accommodation was basic but certainly good enough for the price. I stayed in a private room and it was fairly quiet. Never had to wait to use the bathroom. They provided free food on Monday evening (rice and chilli con carne) and Wednesday evening (Dominos pizza). Free breakfast was available everyday but it is extremely basic (sliced white bread with a choice of jam, honey and peanut butter, or weetbix). Bar at the hostel is limited and only serves bottled beer. Linen is included (pillow case, bottom sheet, flat sheet). There are also duvets on the bed, but these are not washed between guests. Good location, easy to walk to the centre (about 15 mins).
4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

good location
very basic room, no free towel, sampoon ... breakfast finishes at 9 AM then they will collect foods and you have nothing to eat if you are late Good location. Victoria square and Rundle Mall on walking distance
Thu Huong, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

The luggage of other customers was not that organised, so my first impression wasn't that good
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Good location but thats it, I was late for the check-in but I have contacted for that and the staff forgot to send me the access code to open the door that was closed when I'm arrived. Also the 13 shared guestrooms is not very confortable and to tiny, no place for the stuffs. Even if my stuffs was on my bed, the staff has change the sheets and all my stuffs from the bed when I was outside.
2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Hans Sylvest, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I found the atmosphere very comforting. Great place to stay on a trip from a regional area. Cheers and thanks Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Great location. Comfortable bed and rooms reasonable.
1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Conveniently located quality hostel accommodation
Staff were friendly and helpful, quality and comfort of accommodation was great. Only downer was when one of the toilets wasn't flushing properly, management did not put out a sign out of order nor fix it overnight. Would have been helpful to have bins available for rubbish in room. Street noise can be a bit noisy in evenings when window kept open all night.
Karen, 3-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fun Tuesday night
Dinner and game night provided. Living room is good for hanging around.
Cuong, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

no too bad
no too bad
7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Cheap rates--helpful staff--it's a hostel
Stayed here while looking for an apartment. Good overall experience. Couldn't expect luxurious Marriot-like conditions considering I booked 7 nights for a total of $99 USD. bed sheets are cleaned, access to a furnished kitchen with the singular policy that you clean whatever you use when you're done, toast or cereal provided for breakfast, wifi, common lounge area. I Never competed with bathrooms. I stayed during the latter end of Australia winter.
Sam, 7-night trip
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