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8.4

629 reviews

Noah's Ark Backpackers

Noah's Ark Backpackers

16 Chapel Street, Greymouth, 7805, New Zealand

Reservations:

+1-833-728-2041

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Free parking

Free wifi

Beach

Sun deck

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Noah's Ark Backpackers

Welcome to Noah's Ark Backpackers, your perfect launching pad for an adventure in the picturesque town of Greymouth, New Zealand! Nestled just 2 kilometers from the bustling city center, our cozy retreat on 16 Chapel Street offers everything you need for an unforgettable stay. With prices starting from only $48, it’s an affordable option for travelers looking to explore this stunning region without breaking the bank.

At Noah's Ark, we believe in fun and relaxation! Spend your afternoons soaking in the stunning mountain views from our sun deck or enjoying a picnic in our serene garden area. After a day of exploration, retreat to our soundproof rooms for a peaceful night’s sleep, or mingle with fellow travelers on the charming balcony. You’ll appreciate our complimentary Wi-Fi and free parking, making it a breeze to plan your next adventure or share your travel stories online!

With a fantastic array of reviews, our guests rave about the welcoming atmosphere and the unique charm of Noah’s Ark Backpackers. Whether you're hitting the beach or embarking on scenic hikes, our prime location coupled with delightful amenities makes us the ideal choice for savvy explorers. Come experience the vibrant spirit of Greymouth with us; your journey starts here!

At Noah's Ark Backpackers, the adventure continues right on our doorstep! With a variety of room types to suit every traveler, from budget-friendly dorms to cozy double rooms with lovely garden views, you can choose your perfect space to kick back and relax. Our dormitory options are fantastic for making new friends while our family rooms make traveling with the gang a breeze. Plus, you’ll have ample chance to recount your day’s escapades with fellow adventurers as you kick back in our communal areas.

As the sun sets, don’t miss the chance to join in our evening activities—think fun games and shared stories under the stars! If you prefer a bit of alone time, our soundproof rooms ensure that you’ll get peaceful rest before your next day of adventure. And can we talk about the morning view? Waking up to the mountains is the perfect way to start your day filled with exploration. Enjoy a hearty breakfast, perfect for fueling your upcoming adventure, either prepared in our kitchen or at nearby cafes.

Greymouth is a hub for outdoor enthusiasts, and our team is here to help you navigate the best hiking trails, local beaches, and hidden gems the area has to offer. Be sure to ask about the best spots for breathtaking sunset views or local markets where you can immerse yourself in the vibrant culture! So roll up your sleeves, embrace the community spirit, and let Noah's Ark Backpackers be your home away from home as you create unforgettable memories in Greymouth!

Closest airports

Hokitika Aerodrome

21.5mi

Westport Airport

52.8mi

Most popular amenities

Free parking

Free wifi

Beach

Sun deck

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

Garden view

Picnic area

Garden

Balcony

Rooms

Double Room with Shared Bathroom in Noah's Ark Backpackers

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Queen Room, Shared Bathroom

1 Queen Size Bed

130 sqft

Shower

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Experience comfortable accommodation for two in our cozy TwinDouble room, featuring a spacious Queen size bed and a shared bathroom, ideal for a relaxing stay without the need for smoking.

Single Bed in 5/6 Bed Dormitory Room in Noah's Ark Backpackers

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Dormitory, 6 Bed

1 Bunk Bed

215 sqft

City view

Shower

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Stay in a cozy single bed in a vibrant 5/6 bed dorm room, with a bunk bed and shared space for 1 adult. Enjoy a fun communal atmosphere in this 215 sqft room.

Classic Family Room in Noah's Ark Backpackers

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Classic Family

1 Bunk Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

2 Bunk Beds

1 Queen Size Bed

215 sqft

City view

Balcony

Terrace

Patio

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Stay in our Classic Family Room, perfect for 6 adults with 3 bunk beds and 2 queen size beds. Enjoy the terrace, patio, and balcony in this 215 sqft space.

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room in Noah's Ark Backpackers

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Dormitory, 1 Twin

1 Twin Bed

280 sqft

Mountain view

Shower

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Rest in comfort in our cozy Twin bed with a stunning mountain view in our 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room, perfect for solo travelers seeking a budget-friendly stay.

Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room in Noah's Ark Backpackers

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Dormitory, Single, Female Only

1 Twin Bed

215 sqft

City view

Shower

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Settle into your own space in our female dormitory room with a cozy twin bed, spanning 215 sqft. Perfect for solo travelers looking for a comfortable and safe stay.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom in Noah's Ark Backpackers

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

1 Queen Size Bed

130 sqft

Shower

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Comfortable private room with access to shared bathroom facilities.

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

1 Twin Bed

175 sqft

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Comfortable private room with access to shared bathroom facilities.

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Dormitory, 8 Bed

280 sqft

Wifi

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This spacious room is beautifully decorated with animal themes. All linen, duvets and spare blankets are provided. Self-controlled heaters are included.

Double Room with Garden View in Noah's Ark Backpackers

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Double Room, Garden View

1 Queen Size Bed

110 sqft

Garden view

Shower

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Budget, 1 Bed

85 sqft

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The double room provides a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Triple Room

1 Twin Bed

x3

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Room - 1 Bed, Garden View

110 sqft

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This double room has a shared bathroom, a carpeted floor and garden views. The unit has 1 bed.

Guest reviews

8.4

629 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Jeni

9.1

February 2024

The building itself is great - I loved all the period features and quirky decor. Wonderful location, just minutes from the centre of town, the train station, the Intercity bus stop, and a large supermarket. The room felt very spacious and bright. The outside areas were lovely too, with a large garden and a wrap-around verandah. There were washing machines available for 4 dollars (coins only).

WiFi worked well in the common areas, but didn't seem to reach to my bed. There were no lockers in the room.

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Joshua

10

December 2022

Overall was an amazing experience would highly recommend to future occupants looking at coming to stay here. The owners were lovely and made you feel welcome and comfortable expecially on Xmas they made me feel apart of their whanau. The bathrooms were always cleaned to perfection. The rooms were spacious and kitchen was greatly organised. The piano and guitars for use were an upgrade and just set the ambiance of the whole place. And to top it all off the views from the balcony overlooking the ocean in the distance and the view of surrounding mountains. Loved and enjoyed it so much decided to stay an extra week.

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Ginger

10

February 2023

Linda and Harry are really lovely hosts, it was a feeling like family to stay at Noah's Ark :) also the people who volunteered during my stay are lovely - please send greetings to M,K,J,W when u read this :) to Jessie the cat and Cosmo the dog please, too! The place offered a huge backyard, kitchen, laundry, plenty of bathrooms and showers and a nice mix of travelers from all around the world :) The location is great, near to Kings walk, the city centre and rail station including grocery store. I'll definitely come back when I'm in Greymouth again. Love, Ginger x

To leave this place ;o) miss u guys :)

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Clare

8.2

January 2023

This is probably not relevant to travellers but I loved the novelty of the themed rooms and the meticulous detail going into the decor and furnishings of each room to reflect the theme. I had the Leopard room, and everything from the door stopper to the wall runner to the blankets and curtains were leopards or leopard spots 🐆 the animal murals in each room are beautiful. It’s walking distance from the grey river, Greymouth railway station, supermarket, and several eateries. It was quiet other than the relentless chirping of cicadas (or some other insect I don’t know). You can see the sunset from the balcony on the upper floor. The toilets were fairly clean. Tip: for couples or singles, ask for the Giraffe room - I think it’s the best one with the most windows and light upstairs.

The toilets and showers were small and a little cramped. There were 3 toilets and 2 showers for the whole floor. I didn’t encounter a queue when I was there for one night, which was great. The power socket was far from the queen bed. There was no map given for the area at check in, unlike most hostels along the West Coast.

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Svenja

10

December 2022

One of my favorite hostels I've ever been to! It feels like time is standing still there and you can just relax and enjoy life peacefully. I ended up extending my stay just to enjoy the place a little longer. I'm really glad to have found this little gem. Some more pros: - very clean - has everything you need in the kitchen - cosy living room with a piano and guitars, always someone playing music - cosy TV room - plenty of space to sit outside - bedrooms are spacious, beds are comfortable - everything is decorated with so much love and detail. It feels like a home rather than a hostel - nicest staff and open-hearted owners who are happy to help you out with any problems

Nothing negative to say about this place

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Orla

10

November 2023

Our last hostel of six weeks around New Zealand turned out to be the best. This hostel is located in such a beautiful and historic building, extremely clean, safe and quiet. Staff were so welcoming and we had a wonderful night’s sleep in the Elephant Room downstairs. The shared spaces are large, bright and comfortable also. Thank you for a lovely stay.

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Paige

8.2

February 2023

Very friendly atmosphere. Good to chat with other travellers as it’s not always the way. Good location and nice that they provide a discount for a local brewery. Nice spacious room and plenty of bathroom facilities.

We did have quite a lot of hair in and around the room, including the sink! There was also quite a few cobwebs around. The taps did not work in the room either which wasn’t much of an inconvenience but would have been good given we had a sink.

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Alfie

8.2

March 2024

This place has a lovely vibe, hosts are lovely and as it's a smaller property you're more likely to meet people in the kitchen or lounge and chat (as we did). Love the animal themed rooms. Great for a night for two (we stayed to take the train to Christchurch)

Older property so slightly run down but that added to the charm

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Muhammet

10

November 2023

Ohhh i love this place. Very beautiful hostel. Very nice kitchen. Very big living room. I met with nice people here. If you travel from Nelson to Wanaka you should stay here in Greymouth the best hostel 😍 lovely woman in reception. She is really friendly. We talked too much. And i love ambiance. Very cute animals decor everywhere 😍😍🇳🇿🇳🇿

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Tom

9.1

January 2023

The incredibly endearing way in which the house is designed is stunning. The "staff", who could rather be described as a huge tenant family, is helpful, kind and just great. The kitchen has a huge amount of equipment and the garden is nicely designed and has enough space. There are enough bathrooms so no one has to wait long. The house dog is such a cuddly one that we would have loved to have packed him along. This house is highly recommended 👍👍👍

Points of Interest Around Noah's Ark Backpackers

Attractions

Shantytown Heritage Park

5.7mi

Westcoast Treetop Walk & Cafe

28.9mi

Amenities of Noah's Ark Backpackers

Free parking

Free wifi

Beach

Sun deck

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

Garden view

Picnic area

Garden

Balcony

Stay rules - Noah's Ark Backpackers

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Noah's Ark Backpackers

Can guests park for free at Noah's Ark Backpackers?

Yes, parking is available at Noah's Ark Backpackers. It is free and located at a nearby public location. Reservations for parking are not required.

What's the nightly rate at Noah's Ark Backpackers?

For stays at Noah's Ark Backpackers, prices generally start at $48. However, your final rate might differ due to room types and date selections. To know the exact cost, specify your dates.

What types of rooms does Noah's Ark Backpackers offer?

Noah's Ark Backpackers offers a variety of rooms including dormitory beds, double rooms with shared bathrooms, family rooms, and twin or triple rooms with shared bathrooms. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. Bed sizes range from twin to queen, and room sizes vary from 108 to 280 sqft. Occupancy for rooms can accommodate up to 6 adults and 1 child.

What is there to do in Noah's Ark Backpackers?

Noah's Ark Backpackers offers various leisure amenities for guests during their stay. They can spend their time relaxing on the sun deck, garden, terrace, or patio while enjoying the beautiful mountain and garden views. Guests can also have a picnic in the designated picnic area or unwind on the balcony. For those seeking entertainment, the hotel provides a beach area where guests can soak up the sun and enjoy the sea. The property also features soundproof rooms for a peaceful and quiet environment, perfect for relaxation. With the abundance of recreational areas and scenic views, guests can make the most of their stay indulging in leisure activities and enjoying the serene ambiance of the hotel.

Does Noah's Ark Backpackers accept credit cards?

Noah's Ark Backpackers does accept credit cards such as Mastercard and Visa. However, you can also pay with cash at this backpackers hostel.