Title: Rucksacker Backpacker Hostel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Rucksacker Backpacker Hostel Travelers find a welcoming retreat near Hagley Park where they can create memories around the barbecue or unwind in the peaceful garden setting. ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24070000/24062200/24062123/35df94ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24070000/24062200/24062123/b408ff7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24070000/24062200/24062123/27ba43e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24070000/24062200/24062123/7b820687.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24070000/24062200/24062123/5a08679e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located in Christchurch City Centre, Rucksacker Backpacker Hostel offers a home-like atmosphere with a garden and BBQ area. Guests value the practical amenities like WiFi, secure luggage storage, and extended parking, praised for their convenience. 7.2 Good ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Kitchen - Laundry - Housekeeping - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 4 - Oct. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-04&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=24062123&PinnedHotelID=24062123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-04&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=24062123&PinnedHotelID=24062123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 5 - Oct. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=24062123&PinnedHotelID=24062123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=24062123&PinnedHotelID=24062123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=24062123&PinnedHotelID=24062123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=24062123&PinnedHotelID=24062123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=24062123&PinnedHotelID=24062123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=24062123&PinnedHotelID=24062123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Women Only Dorm (1 Bed out of 6)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24070000/24062200/24062123/e43542ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Women Only Dorm (1 Bed out of 6) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Mixed Dorm (1 Bed out of 6)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24070000/24062200/24062123/b4b1538b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Mixed Dorm (1 Bed out of 6) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24070000/24062200/24062123/a5669cae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24070000/24062200/24062123/d5ea91d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Share Room (1 Bed out of 4)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24070000/24062200/24062123/9323545d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Share Room (1 Bed out of 4) ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChristchurch-Hotels-Rucksacker-Backpacker-Hostel.h24062123.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChristchurch-Hotels-Rucksacker-Backpacker-Hostel.h24062123.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Christchurch City Centre, a neighborhood in Christchurch, is home to Rucksacker Backpacker Hostel. While the natural beauty of Hagley Park and New Brighton Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Lyttelton Harbour. Christchurch Botanic Gardens and Margaret Mahy Playground are also worth visiting. [Visit our Christchurch travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch.dx179996) [View more Hostels in Christchurch](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hostels.d179996-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-43.52108%2C172.63177&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=R8oc8Wj3acDbzxH5zehXIpH7TUA=) 70 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch, 8013 ### What's nearby - Christchurch Casino - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Hagley Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km - Cathedral Square - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Christchurch Public Hospital - 20 min walk - 1.7 km ### Getting around - Christchurch Railway Station - 10 min drive - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 16 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Carlton Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk - ‪Pure - ‬3 min walk - ‪Diner 66 - ‬5 min walk - ‪Burger King - ‬5 min walk - ‪Pedro's House of Lamb - ‬6 min walk ## About this property ### Rucksacker Backpacker Hostel Hostel near Hagley Park Rucksacker Backpacker Hostel provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self parking - Barbecue grills, a TV in the lobby, and bicycle parking - Luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at Rucksacker Backpacker Hostel feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Communal kitchens, heating, and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107480000/107472300/107472288/1c18881b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 85 on Bealey Christchurch City Centre - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry - Housekeeping 7.0 Good 32 reviews CA $53 CA $62 total includes taxes & fees Oct 8 - Oct 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=107472288&PinnedHotelID=107472288&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Things to do - Bicycle storage - TV in common areas ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Shower ### Food and drink - Shared kitchen access ### More - Air conditioning - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (9:30 AM - 1:30 PM) and Monday - Sunday (2:30 PM - 8:30 PM) Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children 14 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 14 are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: NZD 20 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### 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 ### We should mention Children 14 years old and younger are not permitted at this property ### National rating For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system. ### Property is also known as Rucksacker Backpacker Hostel Christchurch Rucksacker Backpacker Christchurch Rucksacker Backpacker Rucksacker Backpacker Hostel Christchurch Rucksacker Backpacker Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rucksacker Backpacker Hostel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Rucksacker Backpacker Hostel? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Rucksacker Backpacker Hostel? > Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Rucksacker Backpacker Hostel? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Where is Rucksacker Backpacker Hostel located? > Located in Christchurch City Centre, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Bealey Avenue and Hagley Park. Hare Krishna Temple and Southern Cross Hospital are also within 5 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Rucksacker Backpacker Hostel Reviews 7.2 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 6.6 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 7.4 Staff & service ### 6.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 1 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller Feb 20, 2020 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller Jan 20, 2020 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Stayed 2nights in private double. Late check in email stated room would be unlocked - it wasn't. Nobody answered the phone. We had to stretch in the window to unlock the door. The room stank. Really horrible old damp smell. Next day we were locked out of our room with our belongings inside "pending payment" - payment had been taken online already. Took 5 phone calls to get keys to our room sorted. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jan 3, 2020 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Katherine Nov 26, 2019 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Worst hostel I've ever stayed in The check-in system is non-existent and if you are a traveller you have to conjure up a phone to call someone who may not even be in the same building. I was only shown one set of toilets and didn't find out about the rest until the next day when I discovered each bathroom is closed for an hour at some point during the day. Not secure at all, as anyone could walk in the front door and then into any of the rooms that don't have a lock. Add to this that if you wish to use one of the pitiful lockers in your room, you will need an additional padlock as combination lockers were apparently too difficult to source. Contrary to the self-written description the beds are of awful quality and rickety, and I repeatedly got up in the morning covered in tiny bite marks. Fellow guests had no respect and would play music, talk, smoke, and drink until all hours of the morning. Plus the tidy room policy was not enforced at all. Free wifi and free parking are gross over-exaggerations given that they are both extremely limited. Mouldy food was left in the fridge and not cleared out by staff, and I didn't feel comfortable with leaving anything in there. At no point was it mentioned before arriving that I wouldn't be able to extend my stay as there is a maximum one-week policy, but the area was convenient, even if I hated it. To have a 7-night policy is completely ridiculous given that backpackers would probably have an extended reason to be needing a bed. ![It was never attended.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/35E0D631F63D334C680CD4EC219B9CFA977315D01574761343395.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) !['Clean room policy'](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/68990008E51B285B3644D1CCA25C4D695B0E58591574761345566.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Could staff not bin stuff like this?](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/226018945F76D9AF41038264EF2413F700CF42E01574761345561.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Katherine Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Nov 12, 2019 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### hinengakau Oct 6, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### multiculturalism at its best Lots of youthful energy from different parts of the world ##### hinengakau Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Ke May 11, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Ke Stayed 1 night in May 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Mar 23, 2019 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 地點方便，便宜，待ㄧ晚還OK 地點非常方便，價格便宜，浴室和房間有點老舊 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Mar 19, 2019 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Not the best place to stay in the city , but what can you say for the money it’s a good value, ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Feb 5, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashleigh Dec 8, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great hostel Great hostel , clean & good location ##### Ashleigh Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018 ### 4/10 Poor #### Anna Nov 30, 2018 Disliked: Staff & service The kitchen and the toilets closed for 2 hours every day. Really cold and smelly. ##### Anna Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Sep 2, 2018 #### Epic It was nice the people were nice and helpful who were staying there, the people who worked the reception was nice and helpful as well! A place to stay indeed ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Villas Cuba](https://www.expedia.ca/Cuba-Villas.d44-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Casino Hotels in Kelowna](https://www.expedia.ca/Kelowna-Hotels-Casino-Hotel.0-0-d3997-tCasinoHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Rogers Place](https://www.expedia.ca/Rogers-Place-Hotels.0-l553248622945105180-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Olivier House Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/New-Orleans-Hotels-The-Olivier-House-Hotel.h8014263.Hotel-Information) > > [Cheap Hotels in Atlantic City](https://www.expedia.ca/Atlantic-City-Hotels-Cheap-Hotels.0-0-d602179-tCheapHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Sage Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Fe-Hotels-The-Sage-Hotel.h26295.Hotel-Information) > > [Dreams Royal Beach Punta Cana - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Punta-Cana-Hotels-Dreams-Royal-Beach-Punta-Cana.h1837962.Hotel-Information) > > [The Garden Hotel Guangzhou - Discover 26 cultural treasures with hotel Golden Tour Guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Guangzhou-Hotels-The-Garden-Hotel-Guangzhou.h10757.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott The Rosseau Muskoka Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Huntsville-Hotels-JW-Marriott-The-Rosseau-Muskoka-Resort-Spa.h2340161.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Rome Termini Station](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Termini-Station-Hotels.d6022584.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Cape Scott Provincial Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Scott-Provincial-Park-Hotels.0-l6293823-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Mazatlán (MZT) to San José del Cabo (SJD)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/mzt/sjd/mazatlan-to-san-jose-del-cabo) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Manila (MNL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/mnl/vancouver-to-manila) > > [Flights from Victoria (YWH) to Vancouver (CXH)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywh/cxh/victoria-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Los Angeles (LAX)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/lax/edmonton-to-los-angeles) > > [Flights from Thunder Bay (YQT) to Big Trout Lake (YTL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqt/ytl/thunder-bay-to-big-trout-lake) > > [Flights from Fort McMurray (YMM) to Fort Chipewyan (YPY)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ymm/ypy/fort-mcmurray-to-fort-chipewyan) > > [Flights from Delta (YDT) to British Columbia (YMF)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ydt/ymf/vancouver-to-galiano-island) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/fll/toronto-to-fort-lauderdale) > > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Kitchener (YKF)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/ykf/edmonton-to-kitchener) > > [Air Canada](https://www.expedia.ca/Air-Canada-Flights.cAC.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/pvr/vancouver-to-puerto-vallarta) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Ottawa](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Ottawa.d178296.Car-Rental-Guide) > > [Car rentals in Orlando](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Orlando-Intl.d5194573.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Packages > [Thailand Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Thailand.d178.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Piazza Tasso](https://www.expedia.ca/Piazza-Tasso-Sorrento-City-Centre.d6184589.Vacation-Attraction) ### General > [Visit Nanoose Bay](https://www.expedia.ca/Nanoose-Bay.dx181779) > > [Visit Sambro](https://www.expedia.ca/Sambro.dx6227467) > > [Visit Headingley](https://www.expedia.ca/Headingley.dx6145346)