Avon City Backpackers Christchurch

Christchurch, New Zealand View on map
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"Tents occupy the garden and free tea and coffee sit in the kitchen. New bathrooms serve the property. Best for budget travelers, less so for anyone needing proximity to the city center."

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Check-in
20 Sept 2026
Check-out
21 Sept 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Why guests choose Avon City Backpackers

  • Free Parking
    On-site lot
  • Shared Kitchen
    Stove & fridge
  • Secure Lockers
    Valuables storage
  • Leisure Lounge
    Daily movie screenings
  • VIP Check-in
    Fast track
  • Bike Rentals
    On-site hire

Overview

Located only 7 minutes by foot from Linwood Islamic Centre, Avon City Backpackers Christchurch hotel offers a sundeck and a sunbathing terrace. The Christchurch hotel is in the Linwood district, 2.1 miles from such natural sights as the Sprawling North Hagley Urban Park.

The Christchurch hotel places you approximately 25 minutes' stroll from the interim Cardboard Cathedral and around 10 minutes by car from the Māori galleries "Canterbury Museum". The Avon City Backpackers Christchurch can be reached 1.9 miles from 2011 quake memorials. Guests might as well visit Smith Street Community Garden, which is just a 14-minute walk away. The nearby family attractions include the magical Margaret Mahy Family Playground 1.4 miles from the property. Gloucester St bus stop is about 5 minutes' stroll away.

The hotel features 17 rooms with a sitting area, furnished with a writing desk.

While staying at the Avon City Backpackers, guests can choose from dining options nearby, such as Under the Red Verandah, located 0.4 miles away, or Red Chilli Thai at an 8-minute walking distance.

  • Check-in
    from 12:00 until 22:00
  • Check-out
    from 04:00 until 11:00
  • Hotel class
Avon City Backpackers
Our tips

Should you book Avon City Backpackers?

Perfect if you
  • Need a shared bathroom, as some rooms are fitted with shared bathroom facilities.
  • Want to be within close distance of Hagley Park, a short walk away.
Maybe skip if you
  • Travel with a pet - the hostel explicitly states no pets allowed.
  • Need an on-site restaurant - no dining facility is listed at the hostel.
Best for
  • Cardboard Cathedral, reachable in a 25-minute walk.

Facilities of Avon City Backpackers

General
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Locker room
Dining
  • Shared kitchen
Leisure & Sports
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Cycling
Avon City Backpackers Guest Services
  • Laundry
Room Amenities
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Carpeted floor

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Avon City Backpackers applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 12:00 until 22:00
Check-out
from 04:00 until 11:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no cribs provided in a room.

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Check-in
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Check-out
21 Sept 2026
Guests
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Adults:

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Children:

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