Point Break Backpackers

Property class: 2
Suburban hostel within easy reach of New Brighton Beach

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Point Break Backpackers offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of New Brighton Beach and Rawhiti Domain. Also, Avon Heathcote Estuary and Travis Wetland are just a 5-minute drive away.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Internet access
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Breakfast available
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Free self parking

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 7 of 7 rooms

6 Bed Dorm

  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

2 Bed Dorm

  • City view
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

8 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Single Room

  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, Multiple Beds

  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
6 Union Street New Brighton, Christchurch, 8641

What's nearby

  • New Brighton Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • New Brighton Pier - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • He Puna Taimoana Hot Pools - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rawhiti Domain - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Avon Heathcote Estuary - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 26 min drive
  • Christchurch Railway Station - 16 min drive
  • Rangiora Station - 28 min drive
  • Rolleston Station - 29 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Jo's Mart & Sushi - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Under the Red Verandah - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Seaview Fish And Chips - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bp - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Point Break Backpackers

  • Point Break Backpackers offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of New Brighton Beach and Rawhiti Domain. Also, Avon Heathcote Estuary and Travis Wetland are just a 5-minute drive away.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 19 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time ends: anytime
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • WiFi in public areas*
    • WiFi in rooms*
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (during limited hours)*
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:30 AM–1:00 PM
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Free daily reception
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • Arcade/game room

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • WiFi (surcharge)

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: NZD 50.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guestrooms for NZD 1.00 for 10 minutes (rates may vary)
  • WiFi is available in public areas for NZD 1 for 10 minutes (rates may vary)
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 8.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of NZD 39.00 per person (one way)
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from July 3 2023 to December 31 2025 (dates subject to change).

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 25.00 per night

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Also known as

Point Break Backpackers Hostel Christchurch
Point Break Backpackers Hostel
Point Break Backpackers Christchurch
Point Break Backpackers
Point Break Backpackers Christchurch
Point Break Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Point Break Backpackers currently open?

This property is closed from July 3 2023 to December 31 2025 (dates subject to change).

Does Point Break Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Point Break Backpackers does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Point Break Backpackers?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Point Break Backpackers?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Point Break Backpackers?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is NZD 39.00 per person one way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Point Break Backpackers?

Check-in ends: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Point Break Backpackers?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Christchurch Casino (11-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Point Break Backpackers and nearby?

Point Break Backpackers has an arcade.

What's the area around Point Break Backpackers like?

Point Break Backpackers is a short 5-minute walk from New Brighton Beach and 6 minutes' walk from Rawhiti Domain.

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