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Global Village Backpackers

2.0 star property
Riverfront hostel with fitness centre and sauna
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The price is NZ$102
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec

Explore the area

Map
42 - 54 Cowper Street, Greymouth, 7805
  • Grey District Aquatic Centre
    7 min walk
  • Monteith's Brewing Company
    9 min walk
  • West Coast Rail Trail
    17 min walk
  • Greymouth (GMN)
    14 min walk

Room options

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Double Bed Private Room

Double Bed Private Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
6 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single Private Room

Single Private Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
6 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Twin Private Room

Twin Private Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
6 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Triple Room (1x Double & 1x Single)

Triple Room (1x Double & 1x Single)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
6 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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4 Bed Private Room

4 Bed Private Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
6 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Triple Room (3x Singles)

Triple Room (3x Singles)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
6 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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6 Bed Private Room

6 Bed Private Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
6 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Beds

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About the area

Greymouth

Global Village Backpackers puts you in the heart of Greymouth, within a 20-minute stroll of Monteith's Brewing Company and West Coast Rail Trail. Highlights at this hostel include free self-parking, Access to hot tub and a sauna. .Enjoy the gym along with access to kayaking and rowing/canoeing. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, free use of bicycles and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free train pick-up service. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Greymouth hostel include Pounamu Pathway Māwhera and Left Bank Art Gallery.
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What's nearby

  • Grey District Aquatic Centre - 7 min walk
  • Monteith's Brewing Company - 9 min walk
  • West Coast Rail Trail - 17 min walk
  • Left Bank Art Gallery - 3 min drive
  • Shantytown - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Greymouth Station - 3 min drive
  • Hokitika (HKK) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Woodstock Craft Bar & Eatery - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Monteith's Brewing - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Buccleugh's on High - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Global Village Backpackers

Riverfront hostel with fitness centre and sauna
Global Village Backpackers offers its guests Access to hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness centre. WiFi is free in public spaces. A train station pick-up shuttle and A train station drop-off shuttle are free. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Global Village Backpackers. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Greymouth hostel.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Global Village Backpackers offers 15 accommodations with a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower.

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6 shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Global Village Backpackers Hostel Greymouth
Global Village Backpackers Hostel
Global Village Backpackers Greymouth
Global Village Backpackers
Global Village Backpackers Greymouth
Global Village Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Global Village Backpackers?

Global Village Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Global Village Backpackers?

As of 22 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Global Village Backpackers on 26 Dec 2024 start from NZ$102.0, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Global Village Backpackers?

Yep, Global Village Backpackers has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Global Village Backpackers?

The closest beach to Global Village Backpackers is Hokitika Beach (34.8 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Global Village Backpackers?

No, Global Village Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Global Village Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Global Village Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.

Global Village Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 120 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

lakhwinder

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is the Cadillac of backpackers lodges. Wonderful!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

bev

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean, spacious and quite. Great kitchen. So comfortable. Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kasia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best accomodations In NZ during our trip Very rekomended
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great feel, liked the decor, very clean with great kitchen
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the artwork, clean, well stocked kitchen with all you need to cook, a great place to stay in Greymouth
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my room. The Manager even collected me from the train station.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ezcellent facilities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

sharono

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous
Fabulous stay. Wonderfully decorated. Excellent facilities. Very comfortable room. Cannot recommend highly enough
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No en-suite bath, but easily accessible down the hall.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well organized 👌 and wonderful style. Staff are friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

ROXANNE, LITTLETON

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The decor is some of the best we've ever seen for a backpackers' stay. Really great rooms, very clean & convenient bathrooms/showers. Kitchen was perfect!! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good overnight stay
Stayed just one night, good clean and quiet hostel. Only issue We had was the room was so hot, I requested a fan but they didn’t have. Many places in NZ offer fans, this would be my suggestion.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eine mit sehr viel Liebe im Detail eingerichtete Backpacker unterkunft. Extrem sauber und zum Wohlfühlen für mehrere Tage

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Smooth check in. Very clean. Quiet and good location. Perfect stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christoffer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facilities. Clean and very well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little place to stay on West coast
Fantastic Lodge. Amongst the best I have stayed at. Wonderful service. Incredible decor. Highly recommended place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Funky, warm, colorful, immaculately clean & tidy, very well equipped - not stayed in many hostel's but this was the best.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021