Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation, 2-star75 High St., Picton, Marlborough, 7220, Picton, New ZealandShow on map
Fabulous
Guests rate it highest for service, location and rooms.
8.881Reviews- Check-in from 1:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.2 out of 10, at 75 High St., Picton, Marlborough, 7220.
- Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This hostel also features tour/ticket assistance and barbecue grills. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 13 guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Terrace and Garden Views, Complimentary Breakfast, Convenient Location near Attractions. Contact us to book your stay at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers today!
What this place offers
- Library
- Free breakfast
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Free self parking
- Free continental breakfast
- Shared microwave
- Shared refrigerator
- Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Rooms
8.8
Fabulous
Rated 8.8 out of 10 by 81 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.2
- Service9.2
- Location9.2
- Rooms8.7
- Amenities8.7
- Value8.7
- Food & drink8.7
Guests mention
Helpful check-in instructionsSpacious room after change
AmandaWe were able to check into our room as we had been left instructions by Caitlin as she was not onsite at our time of arrival. We had to change rooms a couple of times due to separate issues, and this resulted in having a…
GrahamGreat service and very enjoyable time there
JulietGood central overnight stay. Clean and easygoing
JoaoVer cosy, friendly owner.
WendyI had a noisy neighbour but the host changed me to a quieter room which was an upgrade. Many thanks.
JeremyGreat value for the money. Would recommend especially if on a budget.
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
75 High St., Picton, Marlborough, 7220, Picton, New Zealand
Guests rate the location 9.2 out of 10 — superb.
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 1:00 PM until 03:00 AM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
No children
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Pets allowed on request; charges may apply
Guests will receive key retrieval information.
Pets. Maximum number of pets per room 2
Pets. Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Children and extra beds. No rollaway/extra beds available
Accessibility. No elevators
Pets. Pets allowed
Guest type. LGBTQ friendly
General. Social distancing measures are in place
General. Professional property host/manager
Pets. Pets allowed (no fees)
Pets. Service animals are allowed
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.
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This property allows pets in specific rooms only. Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly). A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- 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 Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers
What time is check-in and check-out at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers?
Check-in is from 1:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers allow pets?
Yes — the property states that pets are allowed. Size, number and fee are set by the property rather than by us, so say you're bringing a pet when you book and we'll confirm the terms before anything is charged.
Is there parking at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers?
Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.
Is breakfast included at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 1:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Piwaka Lodge and 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 Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers?
75 High St., Picton, Marlborough, 7220, Picton.
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