Title: Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers - 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) # Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers Travelers can unwind in the peaceful garden or lose themselves in a good book at the library, with the reassurance of 24-hour assistance whenever they need it ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17800400/17800349/6988c7fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17800400/17800349/b3db64ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17800400/17800349/c3a72ac6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17800400/17800349/67dc361a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17800400/17800349/a2ca5926.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located near Picton Ferry Terminal, Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers serves continental breakfast and offers a welcoming terrace and garden. Guests can stay connected with in-room WiFi while exploring the area. The library provides a perfect retreat after a day of adventures. 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - - 24/7 front desk - Kitchen - Laundry - Housekeeping - Pet-friendly ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 28 - Oct. 29](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=17800349&PinnedHotelID=17800349&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=17800349&PinnedHotelID=17800349&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 29 - Oct. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=17800349&PinnedHotelID=17800349&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=17800349&PinnedHotelID=17800349&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=17800349&PinnedHotelID=17800349&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=17800349&PinnedHotelID=17800349&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=17800349&PinnedHotelID=17800349&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=17800349&PinnedHotelID=17800349&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 9 of 9 rooms ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17800400/17800349/d8c6ff61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 4-Bed Male Dorm 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights 4 bathrooms Hair dryer Shared/communal kitchen Desk Daily housekeeping - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17800400/17800349/d8c6ff61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dorm ### Highlights 4 bathrooms Hair dryer Shared/communal kitchen Desk Daily housekeeping - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17800400/17800349/d8c6ff61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 4-Bed Female Dorm 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights 4 bathrooms Hair dryer Shared/communal kitchen Desk Daily housekeeping - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17800400/17800349/32073954.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dorm ### Highlights 4 bathrooms Hair dryer Shared/communal kitchen Desk Daily housekeeping - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Family Room Fits 4](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17800400/17800349/c9b6db29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room Fits 4 7.0 Good 2 reviews ### Highlights Free cribs/infant beds 4 bathrooms Hair dryer Shared/communal kitchen Desk Daily housekeeping Pet friendly - 248 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17800400/17800349/ba84fe20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room Fits 3 8.0 Very good 4 reviews ### Highlights Free cribs/infant beds 4 bathrooms Hair dryer Shared/communal kitchen Desk Daily housekeeping Pet friendly - 248 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17800400/17800349/ac5edadd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights 4 bathrooms Hair dryer Shared/communal kitchen Desk Daily housekeeping Pet friendly - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Twin Beds ![King Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17800400/17800349/b6b25bcd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Room 10.0 Exceptional 5 reviews ### Highlights Smart TV 4 bathrooms Hair dryer Shared/communal kitchen Satellite channels Netflix Desk Daily housekeeping - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17810000/17800400/17800349/d8c6ff61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 3 Share Mixed Dorm ### Highlights 4 bathrooms Hair dryer Shared/communal kitchen Desk Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPicton-Hotels-Piwaka-Lodge-And-Backpackers.h17800349.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPicton-Hotels-Piwaka-Lodge-And-Backpackers.h17800349.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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-41.29141%2C174.00674&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=u6NXP2UC_JADyJRZ0KJ_p4DoQSg=) 75 High St., Picton, Marlborough, 7220 #### What's nearby - Picton Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Picton Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Picton Foreshore - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Picton Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Edwin Fox - 15 min walk - 1.3 km #### Getting around - Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 30 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪SCOOZI! - ‬1 min walk - ‪Seabreeze Cafe & Bar - ‬4 min walk - ‪Toastie Lords - ‬4 min walk - ‪Cafe Cortado - ‬4 min walk - ‪Le Cafe - ‬4 min walk ## About this property ### Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers Hostel near Picton Ferry Terminal At Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and laundry facilities. You'll also find perks like: - Free self parking - Tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and luggage storage - A 24-hour front desk and bicycle parking Room features All guestrooms at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers include amenities such as free WiFi. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 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 elevator (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 washroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Wheelchair-width doorways ### More - 1 building - 1 floor - Designated smoking areas ## 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 stay free Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total pets Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available ### Property 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators 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 rating 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 ### Is Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers pet-friendly? > Yes, Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers allows pets (limit 2 total). ### How much is parking at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers? > Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. ### What time is check-out at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Where is Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers located? > Located in the heart of Picton, this beach hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Picton War Memorial and Picton Ferry Terminal. Picton Museum and Waitohi Recreational Reserve are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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