Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 8 min drive
Christchurch Railway Station - 7 min drive
Rolleston Station - 14 min drive
Rangiora Station - 28 min drive
Airport drop-off service
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Train station drop-off (surcharge)
Train station pickup (surcharge)
Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
Casino shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Burger King - 3 min drive
Avonhead Tavern - 3 min drive
Carscouplands Bakery - 10 min walk
Golden Boat Restaurant - 13 min walk
Couplands Bakeries - 3 min drive
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About this property
Racecourse Backpackers Hostel
Racecourse Backpackers Hostel is only 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from the airport and offers drop-off service (available 24 hours). Guests will have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking. Fellow travellers like the WiFi.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English
At a glance
Hotel size
14 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time from 2 PM until 2 AM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
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 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
On-site extended parking (fees apply)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
On-site parking is limited
Free off-site parking nearby
Transfers
Airport drop-off on request(available 24 hours a day)*
Train station shuttle*
Off-site
Area shuttle*
Shopping centre shuttle*
Casino shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
No alcohol served on site
Property amenities
Working away
Business centre
Services
Laundry facilities
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Accessibility
Accessible bathroom (selected rooms)
In-room accessibility (selected rooms)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Shared bathroom
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
Shared kitchen access
More
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Cash deposit: NZD 50 per stay
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Local area shuttle, casino shuttle and shopping centre shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 5 per cent
Parking
Extended parking is available for an extra charge
Policies
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Does Racecourse Backpackers Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Racecourse Backpackers Hostel 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Racecourse Backpackers Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Racecourse Backpackers Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Racecourse Backpackers Hostel?
Yes, a shuttle from the hotel to the airport is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Racecourse Backpackers Hostel?
You can check in from 2 PM - 2 AM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
Is there an on-site casino at Racecourse Backpackers Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Christchurch Casino (11-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Racecourse Backpackers Hostel and nearby?
Racecourse Backpackers Hostel has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Racecourse Backpackers Hostel like?
Racecourse Backpackers Hostel is in Sockburn, a short 8-minute drive from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) and 3 minutes' walk from Riccarton Park.
Reviews
4.8
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4.4/10
Cleanliness
5.0/10
Staff & service
5.7/10
Amenities
3.9/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
4/10 Fair
7 October 2019
i dont like anything and i dont recommend this property very untidy but its cheap too
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
13 August 2019
Cheap. 1 bed made for 4 guests. But 3 beds in room. Only 2 pillows, 2 Towells, 2 blankets. Stank of smoke. Blanket had cigarette holes. Minimal heating - 1 heater didn’t work. The other was a small fan screwed to wall that couldn’t be moved to point anywhere other than at the desk.
DC
DC, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
19 May 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
4/10 Fair
27 April 2019
Very cheap price. In the suburbs of Christchurch. A small supermarket and fish and chips shop located just in front which is very convenient. The hostel has seen better days. Mattress was in a bad state and the sheets smelled strongly. Wifi worked fast and the TV has plenty of channels. Overall not great.
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
10 March 2019
Sheets were dirty. Had to go out and buy blankets because of how dirty they were.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
10 March 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
10 March 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
10 March 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
9 March 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
24 February 2019
it was ok. it could have done with another shower cubicle and a tidy up of the grounds as there was not much room left under the veranda otherwise it was a good place to stay.