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Albatross Backpacker Inn

1 Torquay St, Kaikoura, New Zealand

The Hostel with Soul! Characterful historic building filled with music, art, food and good company!

Run by travelers for travelers, at The Albatross you\'ll find a warm, inviting place in which to unwind after your time on the road.

What we offer you:
- Spacious lounge filled with art by world travellers, musical instruments and plenty of space to relax.
- Funky well-equipped kitchen with complimentary herbs, spices, cooking oil and Fairtrade Organic tea, coffee and hot chocolate.
- Warm, comfortable rooms with heaters in each and fully made beds.
- An Art Corner for creating masterpieces!
- Guitars, ukuleles, hand drums and songbooks.
- Loads of fun board games and well-stocked book exchange.
- Regular group dinners, BBQ\'s in summer and hot puddings by the log fire in winter.
- Sunny garden with a gas BBQ, lots of tables and herbs & vegies for you to pick.
- Free bikes. Cyclist specials and lockable bike storage.
- Lots of good local info and advice, free guide book rental, onward travel booking.

Come join us for our next Curry Night, a Jam Session or an epic round of Kaikouropoly!
Ben and Katie look forward to welcoming you to The Albatross.


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Facilities

  • BBQ
  • Bicycle Hire
  • Bicycle Parking

  • Card Phones
  • Common Room
  • Fax Service

  • Free Parking
  • Hairdryers For Hire
  • Internet Access

  • Linen Included
  • Luggage Storage
  • Mini-Supermarket

  • Parking
  • Tours/Travel Desk
  • Towels for hire


Cancellation Policy

This property has a 1 day cancellation policy.
Failure to cancel within this time will result in a cancellation charge equal to the first night of your stay.
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  • 90%

  • Overall Rating
  • From 16 ratings
  • 91%Character
  • 88%Security
  • 91%Location
  • 95%Staff
  • 93%Fun
  • 85%Cleanliness

Latest Review

  • 07 Jan 2012 (90%)
  • This is easily one of the best hostels I've ever stayed in. I think because it had a music area and painting area it attracted a ...
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