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Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers

2.0 star property
Beach fun, near Picton Ferry Terminal

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Exterior
Exterior
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Interior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$77
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr

Explore the area

Map
75 High St., Picton, Marlborough, 7220
  • Picton Harbour
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Picton Foreshore
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Picton Ferry Terminal
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Family Room Fits 4

Family Room Fits 4

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Pet friendly
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

3 Share Mixed Dorm

Highlights

4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room Fits 3

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Pet friendly
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Male Dorm

Highlights

4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

Highlights

4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Pet friendly
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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King Room

King Room

Highlights

Smart TV
4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Netflix
Satellite channels
Pet friendly
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dorm

Highlights

4 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

About the area

Picton

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers places you in the centre of Picton, within a short 5-minute stroll of Picton War Memorial and Picton Museum. Highlights at this beach hostel include free continental breakfast and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a library. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Near this Picton hostel, you'll find Picton Ferry Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • Picton Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Picton Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Picton Foreshore - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Nelson Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Picton Ferry Terminal - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Cortado - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Crow Tavern and Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Picton Village Bakery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Irish - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Barn Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers

Beach fun, near Picton Ferry Terminal
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Picton hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers offers 13 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. This Picton hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive key retrieval information

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Piwaka And Backpackers Picton
Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers Picton
Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers?

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers?

As of 29 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers on 6 Apr 2025 start from AU$77.01, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers?

Yep, Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers has a free self car park.

Does Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental breakfast is served daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers?

No, Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 144 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Rose

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
What you would expect for what was paid.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jeremy

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dodgy as. Walked through the facilities and then left.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, easy to locate and get to from Ferry terminal. Well worth the money.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Lauren

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room wasn't lockable which was concerning, but overall the room was as expected and sheets etc clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shashank

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicci is a wonderful host. The property is conveniently located—easy walk from the ferry and from restaurants and shops. Common areas are lovely and well stocked. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brunella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Stay at Pewika - A Home Away from Home
Our stay at Pewika was nothing short of wonderful. From the moment we arrived, Nicci, the owner, welcomed us with open arms and made us feel right at home. The accommodation was immaculate, cozy, and full of character. It was evident that a lot of care and attention to detail went into making Pewika a warm and inviting place to stay. One of the highlights was the delightful Christmas dinner that Nicci prepared for us. It was a beautiful gesture that made our holiday extra special. The following morning, the continental breakfast offered a great selection of cereals, spreads, and a delicious fruit salad, which was the perfect way to start the day. What made our stay even more memorable was the opportunity to meet people from different parts of the world. The atmosphere at Pewika fostered enriching conversations and a sense of community that made us feel connected and appreciated. Although we only spent one night at Pewika, it left a lasting impression on us. We found ourselves wishing we could stay longer but had to continue our journey. We look forward to returning to Picton, and Pewika will definitely be our go-to place to stay. Nicci's incredible hospitality and the welcoming environment she has created make Pewika a truly special place. Thank you, Nicci, for making our stay so wonderful. We can't wait to visit again. Arohanui Brunella & Mehdi
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were next level awesome, friendly family environment, loved the free range pets.. a very good experience!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kommi

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very friendly service! We arrived late at night and the nice manager was very accomodating. I wish we didn’t have to rush off in the morning due to my schedule as the manaaki was impeccable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Femmie, Auckland

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
We traveled with a dog and were grateful to find somewhere for the night. The room was very cheap. The lady manager is very lovely. By the photos on the website i thought the lodge was close to the water but its right in the Picton township. There were a few...interesting characters staying at this lodge, possibly in long term living situations there? There were loud exchanges in the halls at about 2am by men obviously under the influence of something. This didnt bother us as it made our stay interesting but could concern others? One man tried to get into our locked shared bathroom quite loudly but was unable to. I didn't feel unsafe, but we did have a dog with us in our room. If i were a single female i wouldn't have liked this situation. The hostel is tired but fit for purpose.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Kerry

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The lady who runs it was very friendly. Our room was fine and had a very comfy bed. Our room didn't have a key which was really annoying. We were kept up at night by two men talking loudly and hammering away, building something on the wall next to us. It was very weird and so annoying. Not your typical backpackers vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

HARSH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Idan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hyewon

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vivian G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ambience
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenjia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Yan

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room amenity shower is communal
Was expecting a room with shower turned out there were only 4 communal shower/toilet combined for up to 52 people. Included continental breakfast was good though. There are only 5 onsite carparks although you can park on the roadside.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived after midnight and still got an incredibly warm welcome. Superb room, really clean and comfortable and super friendly staff. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely my favourite place to stay in Picton. The unique configuration of the buiding and the personality of Nicci and the staff make it feel safer, warmer, and more like home than any other backpackers' I've stayed at, anywhere in the world.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, bright, big kitchen, breakfast, plenty of hot water in showers, staff were great !!