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 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 dorms include bed linen and heating.  Female-Only dorms may be requested. Shared bathroom facilities.

Turkish Dorm - Our Turkish Dorm is in the Old Telephone Exchange Building. These beds are fully enclosed with curtains for privacy and reading lights.

Budget Dorm -  6 bed dorm with individual reading lights, security lockers, all beds with linen, electric heating.

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