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5.5

1,633 reviews

Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers

Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers

102 Albert Street, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand

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+1-833-728-2041

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Adults only

Free wifi

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Landmark view

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers

Welcome to Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers, the perfect retreat for adventurous spirits right in the heart of Auckland! Situated at 102 Albert Street, this vibrant backpacker haven is just a stone's throw from the bustling city center, giving you access to all the excitement without having to travel far. With prices starting from an incredibly affordable $37, you can enjoy a cozy stay without breaking the bank!

Ditch the mundane and dive into a world where fun and relaxation are at the forefront. With 1,633 glowing reviews, it's clear that former guests rave about their experiences here! The hotel boasts all the modern amenities you need, including free Wi-Fi to keep you connected and non-smoking rooms for a clean, fresh atmosphere. Surround yourself with stunning landmark views and enjoy the accessible upper floors via elevator, making your stay as comfortable as it is enjoyable.

As an adults-only venue, Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers ensures a lively yet tranquil environment for guests seeking a little peace of mind after a day of exploration. Pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable adventure in Auckland, where great company and fantastic scenery await you!

At Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers, the fun doesn’t stop once you drop your bags! Get ready to mingle as you meet fellow wanderers in one of our lively communal spaces. Whether you're swapping stories in the cozy lounge or enjoying a game of foosball, the atmosphere is always buzzing with excitement. We've even got a terrace; soak in the sun’s rays while sipping on your favorite beverage and sharing travel tips and tales with new friends from around the globe.

Ready to explore? You’ll find yourself just moments away from Auckland's vibrant nightlife, inviting cafes, and mesmerizing landmarks. Get your adrenaline pumping with a thrilling day of activities—think hiking to breathtaking vistas, browsing unique shops, or indulging in local cuisine at nearby eateries. And when your daytime adventures fade, enjoy the comfort of our fantastic facilities, including free Wi-Fi and well-maintained shared bathrooms, ensuring you’re refreshed and ready for another action-packed day!

But wait, there’s more! Our diverse range of room options guarantees you'll find the perfect fit for your travel style. From cozy dormitories to private rooms without windows, we've got it all! Perfect for solo travelers or anyone sharing laughs with friends, every space is geared towards ensuring you have an unforgettable stay. With competitive prices and a welcoming atmosphere, Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers is the ultimate launchpad for your Auckland adventure. So, pack that sense of adventure and let's hit the ground running!

Closest airports

Auckland International Airport

11.1mi

Most popular amenities

Adults only

Free wifi

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Landmark view

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Rooms

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Room - 2 Twin

2 Twin Beds

175 sqft

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x3

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The twin room has a shared bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by elevator. The unit has 2 beds.

Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room in Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers

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Dormitory, 6 Bed

1 Bunk Bed

270 sqft

Landmark view

City view

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Shower

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Stay in a cozy single bed in a 6-bed dorm with a majestic landmark view. Easy elevator access to upper floors. Perfect for solo travelers seeking comfort and a stunning backdrop.

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room in Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers

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Dormitory, 8 Bed

1 Bunk Bed

325 sqft

Landmark view

City view

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Shower

+

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Sleep in a cozy bunk bed in our vibrant 8-bed mixed dormitory room, with a stunning landmark view. Easily accessible by elevator, perfect for solo travelers.

Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room in Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers

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Dormitory, 4 Bed

1 Bunk Bed

215 sqft

Landmark view

City view

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Shower

+

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Relax in a comfortable bunk bed in a 4-bed dormitory room with a scenic landmark view, conveniently accessible by elevator. Perfect for solo travelers seeking adventure.

Single Bed in 10-Bed Female Dormitory Room in Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers

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Dormitory, 10 Bed, Female Only

1 Bunk Bed

375 sqft

Landmark view

City view

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Shower

+

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Bunk in a 10-bed female dorm with a view, elevator access included. Perfect for solo travelers seeking a cozy and convenient stay.

Single Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory Room in Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers

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Dormitory, 10 Bed

1 Bunk Bed

375 sqft

Landmark view

City view

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Shower

+

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Sleep in a comfortable bunk bed in our 10-bed dormitory room with a stunning landmark view. Elevator access to upper floors makes your stay convenient.

Twin Room in Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers

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Room - 1 Twin

1 Twin Bed

1 Bunk Bed

170 sqft

Landmark view

City view

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Shower

+

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Stay in our cozy Twin Room with a stunning landmark view, featuring a Twin bed and a Bunk bed. The room is located on upper floors accessible by an elevator, perfect for 2 adults seeking comfort and style.

Standard Double Room with Shared Bathroom in Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

1 Double Bed

170 sqft

Landmark view

City view

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Shower

x4

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x3

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Relax in our cozy Standard Double Room with a stunning landmark view, perfect for 2 adults, with easy elevator access to upper floors. No smoking allowed.

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom - No Window  in Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers

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Room - 2 Twin, Shared Bathroom, No Window

2 Twin Beds

170 sqft

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Shower

+

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Stay in our cozy Twin Room with Shared Bathroom, boasting two comfortable twin beds and easy access to upper floors by elevator. Experience comfort in a compact 172 sqft space with no window.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom - No Window in Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom, No Window

1 Double Bed

170 sqft

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Shower

+

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Cozy double room without a window, perfect for 2 adults with a shared bathroom. Elevator access to upper floors.

Standard Single Room in Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers

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Single Room

1 Twin Bed

85 sqft

Shower

Upper floors accessible by elevator

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Stay comfortably in our Standard Single Room, featuring a cozy Twin bed and accessibility to upper floors via elevator. Ideal for a solo adult traveler looking for a tranquil stay.

Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room in Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers

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Dormitory, Bunk Bed

1 Bunk Bed

590 sqft

City view

Shower

Upper floors accessible by elevator

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Stay in our cozy Bunk Bed in a mixed dormitory room with easy access to upper floors by elevator. Perfect for 1 adult looking for a comfortable and affordable stay.

Guest reviews

5.5

1,633 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Camille

10

June 2023

After reading the comments, I didn't want to book for many days so I booked just one night. I traveled around NZ and believe me this place is not as nasty as they say! I booked in a dorm, super bright, clean and very nice room mates. The shower water was always nice and hot. Staff were great, willing to help me, even the manager speaks three languages. I asked for a towel and proof of address at no cost. I found everything to cook in the kitchen and it's was clean. The common areas were always busy with people and it was easy to meet other travelers. My experience was not bad, I would book again in the future.

It was difficult for me to find the place because the street is closed, no place to park.

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Minghui

9.1

February 2024

I like its low price and value for money, and the toilets and bathrooms on the second floor because they are all so clean and tidy!

I think the window vent is tiny in my room 209, and the curtain can only cover half (which makes two beds on one side basking in the sun during the afternoon) because if all the window is covered entirely, fresh air won't enter the room.

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Immid

8.2

June 2023

A budget-friendly accommodation situated in a prime location

There were a lot of barricades leading to the hotel due to the ongoing road construction at that time, which we didn't know about prior to booking (we're also partly at fault for not researching). Would have been a deciding factor when booking it because it can get creepy traversing specially late at night. Also, the bed is squeaking which made me very conscious to move. Despite that, I would be booking here again if there's no longer road construction going on.

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Milly

9.1

March 2023

This hostel is super super central! It’s perfect for a traveler wanting to fit lots in to their days. It’s a 1 minute walk to the sky tower, a few doors down to a supermarket, under 5 min walk to get to the quay, and a 2 min walk to Albert park! This place has very helpful staff and also sells lots of essentials at a low price (like razors, washing powder, and instant noodles!).

I stayed in a private room, the room wasn’t the most clean and didn’t have any windows or furniture (other than the bed) however, one can’t complain when you are on the doorstep of so many opportunities!

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Leandro

10

May 2023

The hostel has everything you need and it´s location is the best in the city. Sky tower, AA centre, Supermarkets, Buses, Queen street and a huge variant of restaruant just a few steps away. Beds are comfortables and you have a box locker to place safe your belongings. The staff is also super nice and helpful and the place is full of backpackers all the time so you will get to make friends for sure.

Nothing important to make remarkable from my experience.

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Sharon

8.2

April 2023

I got there 45 minutes after posted check in but someone checked me in, he was very nice. He put my bag in storage so I didn’t have to make noise when I went in the room. I left the next morning before many in my room were up so really can’t talk about the room, but the bathroom was clean. Bed was top bunk, but comfortable enough.

Later check in hours, 10 is too early to close. And I tried to call at 9:15 to see what I should do and no one answered the phone or replied to my message. Street looked a little sketchy but convenient.

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Shan

8.2

May 2023

Friendly new manager, WiFi had improved, the room on my last night was just right it had it's own shared clean bathroom. The place is as cheap as it gets. Will come back again to save money aside

Everything else was the same, average as it is. One tenant had some issues with the place & the noise of other people so Pablo got rid of him on his first night, good riddance. The other tenants & staff were all friendly. Get what u paid for or get gone. Take care y'all

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Hollstein

10

March 2023

it was in a really good location. rooms were as expected. bathrooms were alright. staff were very lovely and helpful

how hot the rooms with no windows were. I also had to change rooms partway through my stay and my first room came with a multi board (which was super helpful) while the second room didn’t. it’s very hard to keep devices charged when you have one plug to use between 2 peoples devices - the other plug was for the fan

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Emily

10

June 2023

Everything - staff are wonderful, friendly, and helpful. Location is great for food and venues as well as for getting to and from the airport. The room was as expected for what we paid for. Overall a really good place to stay for good value of money!

We didn't have a fan this time around which we definitely needed to cool down after our trek back to our room in the evening! But once we cooled down, the room was a good temperature.

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Anastasia

8.2

May 2023

The Surf n Snow has a super good location. You just have to walk down the street to get to the main shopping street. The hostel itself has very friendly and helpful staff. Also the wifi is very good and the beds don't squeak like in many other hostels I lived in. There is also an elevator so you don't have to carry your heavy luggage up the stairs. Especially for the price the hostel is really great!

Points of Interest Around Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers

Attractions

Auckland Town Hall

0.3mi

Viaduct Harbour

0.4mi

Auckland Ferry Terminal

0.4mi

Silo Park

0.7mi

Ponsonby

1.1mi

Parnell

1.3mi

Mt. Eden

1.9mi

Mt. Victoria Reserve (Takarunga)

2.5mi

North Head Historic Reserve (Maungauika)

2.9mi

One Tree Hill

4.1mi

Waitakere Ranges

10.7mi

Kumeu Wine Country

11.1mi

Piha Beach

17.9mi

Muriwai Beach

18.8mi

Manukau Heads Lighthouse

18.8mi

Amenities of Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers

Adults only

Free wifi

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Landmark view

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Stay rules - Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property