Central Backpackers
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation13 Park End St, Oxford, United KingdomShow on map
8.2 · Very good2,108 reviews
- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 10:30 AM.
- Fabulous locationGuests rate the location 8.9 out of 10, at 13 Park End St.
- Parking on siteAvailable at a charge the property sets.
Convenient Location and Amenities Central Backpackers, just a short walk from the train station and city center, offers free WiFi, a bar, and a rooftop terrace. With 24-hour access, luggage storage, and laundry services, your stay is hassle-free.
Comfortable Dormitories Choose from mixed or female dorms, complete with shared bathrooms, towels, and bed linen. Each dorm features lockers and a secure swipe-card entry system. Relax in the lounge area with a TV and DVD player.
Dining Options Enjoy meals in the dining room and help yourself to complimentary tea and coffee in the kitchen. Immerse yourself in the vibrant surroundings, with restaurants, cafes, shops, and iconic landmarks within walking distance.
Book your stay now at Central Backpackers for a memorable and convenient experience!
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Heating
- Terrace
- Garden
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
Rooms
8.2
Very good
Rated 8.2 out of 10 by 2,108 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.4
- Service8.9
- Location8.9
- Rooms7.4
- Amenities8.4
- Value7.9
- Food & drink8.4
Guests mention
Friendly staffGreat locationGood value for money
JurajSKValue for money in a good location
Value for money
Nice kitchen, coffee, tea included
Francisco IsmaelSpainParaíso en Oxford =)
Recomiendo a todas las personas que viajen a Oxford que se alojen en este establecimiento. El personal es muy educado y profesional, se duerme de maravilla en las camas, tiene una ubicación perfecta, las instalaciones…
SevdeTurkeykonum çok iyi. odalar çok güzel. kadın yatakhanesi olması güzel. erko horlamalarını duymak zorunda kalmıyorsun
çokkk merdiven var.
JéromeFranceL'ambiance
NeidertCHDeux petits salons / zones de repos joliement aménagés.
Plusieurs espaces douches et toilettes disponibles sur l'étage.
Propre.
Café et thé en libre service.
Pas de chambre pour 2. Min. Chambre à 4 et mixte. Sinon grands…
MikeSGGreat hostel in a university city, if ever you have reason to be here.
The hostel probably has the most polite staff in all of England, and I've been around. The place is clean. The crowd is interesting.
Can't complain.
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
13 Park End St, Oxford, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 8.9 out of 10 — fabulous.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM until 11:00 PM
Check-out by 10:30 AM
No children
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No pets
Paid parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
What we’d check for you here
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Central Backpackers
What time is check-in and check-out at Central Backpackers?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:30 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Central Backpackers allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Central Backpackers?
Yes — parking is available on site at a charge the property sets. We check the rate and whether a space can be reserved against your dates.
Does Central Backpackers have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
How do I book Central Backpackers?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Central Backpackers?
13 Park End St, Oxford.
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