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Criterion Art Deco Backpackers

48 Emerson Street, City Centre, Napier, New Zealand

83%Overall Rating

  • 85%Character
  • 82%Security
  • 98%Location
  • 79%Staff
  • 77%Atmosphere
  • 75%Cleanliness

Property Information:

Originally built as a luxury hotel in 1931 after the famous Hawke's Bay earthquake, the Criterion is a unique Spanish Mission/ Art Deco Style building located in the heart of Napier.

We provide travellers with quality facilities and exceptional services and FREE CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST. We have a CAFE & BAR where you get discounted Meals & Drinks. There are also special events such as Quiz & Free Pool nights, where you can meet other backpackers & locals.

Criterion is just a stroll from the Visitor Information Centre, Bus Depot, Beach, Ocean Spa, Marineland & Aquarium.
24 hour Internet access(stations or hotspots)Sky TV, Laundry, Security cameras, Deposit boxes, Free luggage storage, bikes, scooters.
Member of BBH, VIP and Qualmark ( 4 Star Plus ) networks.

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Facilities

  • 24 Hour Security
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bar
  • Bicycle Hire
  • Book Exchange
  • Breakfast Included
  • Cable TV
  • Cafe
  • Card Phones
  • Common Room
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free WiFi
  • Games Room
  • Hot Showers
  • Housekeeping
  • Internet Access
  • Jobs Board
  • Key Card Access
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Linen Included
  • Lockers
  • Luggage Storage
  • Meals available
  • Parking
  • Pool Table
  • Reading Light
  • Restaurant
  • Safe Deposit Box (Front Desk)
  • Towels for hire
  • Washing machine


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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