About this property
Atlantis Backpackers is a minutes walk from Picton Waterfront and a 2-minute walk from Picton Train Station. This simple accommodation features barbecue facilities and free on-site parking. Guests can choose to stay in a lively dormitory room or in the comfort of their own private room with a full kitchen. All rooms have access to a shared bathroom. Linen and towels are provided in most rooms. The property has a large movie library with over 280 DVD titles for guests to enjoy. The staff at the tour desk can assist in arranging local activities like wine tours, dolphin swims, hiking and boat trips. You get to enjoy a simple breakfast which consists of toast, preserves, coffee and tea. There is also a communal dining area and a shared kitchen where you can prepare simple meals. Free dessert is provided. Picton Atlantis Backpackers is a 5-minute walk from Interislander Ferry Terminal. It is a 2-minute walk from the local bus terminal and a 25-minute drive from Blenheim Airport.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- 24-hour front desk
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Antony
New Zealand“Friendly staff....Damian and Shearer. I met very interesting people. Excellent location.” - Paul
Australia“Damian is a great host, the decor is wonderfully quirky, and the clientele was pleasantly eclectic.” - Yuka
Japan“The staff is nice.it is easy to make friends! Comfortable!This hostel is my favorite hostel in NZ” - Karsten
Germany“Amazing place of creative design. Top location when entering South Island.” - Holly New Zealand“The service and hospitality was brilliant, the guy who runs it was very friendly and welcoming, great place to stay if all you need is a bed and basic facilities. Great value for money and they even include a continental breakfast which we really...”
- Miriam Germany“Very warm welcome, very friendly Comfortable, creative wall art, piano Free dessert”
- Millar New Zealand“The short stay was great, very friendly host.. I will be back... very warm and welcoming.”
- Harold New Zealand“Super location to catch the intercity early early in the morning.”
- Hiromitsu Japan“A great hostel with a great owner, Damien. Great service and atmosphere. This is the best backpackers hostel in Picton!”
Sebastian
Chile“The decoration, the friendly and kind reception, the free breakfast and dessert were a nice detail. The comfortable bed (should update the no-linen provided, as they all have it included now). Everything was really good and even though I stayed...”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please inform Atlantis Backpackers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
