Ponsonby Backpackers

Ponsonby Backpackers is perfectly located in one of the most historical, funky and central areas of Auckland. Just 50 metres walk to bars, cafes, restaurants and convenience shops and a short 20 min stroll to sky tower and viaduct basin etc. OR hop on the link bus right outside our door ($1.80) and ride in comfort to most of Auckland's major attractions in the central city area.

In a 19th century villa, we invite our fellow travellers to relax in our tv lounge (Sky TV), surf our fast internet (desktop & WiFi) or have a BBQ in our sunny outdoor area.

We appreciate the importance of clean facilities therefore we will be cleaning non-stop making sure everything is spotless.

Our facilities include 4 bathrooms with hot showers 24 hours a day, lounge room, dining room, laundry and free use kitchen .

Whether you are starting your N.Z adventure or want to finish it off with peace and quiet, Ponsonby Backpackers is the place to be.

Directions

From the airport: take the airbus to the city centre ($18), then take the link bus ($1.80) to corner of Franklin and Ponsonby rd . OR Take the super shuttle directly from the terminal to our door ($36)

If you are already in the city a 1.5km walk to Franklin rd or $1.80 bus ride with the link bus

By car travelling north: 2 minutes off the southern motorway, take the Nelson st exit .

By car travelling south: 2 minutes off the northern motorway , take the Herne Bay/Ponsonby exit

Facilities

Linen Included, Credit Cards Accepted, Towels, Security Lockers, Luggage Storage, Travel Desk/Travel Info, Common Room, Bike Parking, BBQ Area, Free Carpark, Breakfast Not Included