The Cell Block Backpackers

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The Cell Block Backpackers

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Scored 8.1
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.6

Enjoy some extra space with 2 rooms for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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Max adults: 1
Bed: 1 single bed
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US$21 per night
Price US$63
US$65 per night
Price US$195
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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1 × Standard Twin Room
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Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Beds: 2 single beds
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US$44 per night
Price US$132

About this property

The Cell Block Backpackers hostel is a refurbished 1960's jailhouse, converted in to colourful accommodation. The property is in a central location, around 400 metres from Town Basin Marina, the main intercity bus stop and Whangarei Art Museum. It is 500 metres from Claphams Clock Museum. Enjoy a Mexican ambiance with shared kitchen and shower facilities. Free WiFi is available. The accommodation offers a rooftop garden and outdoor areas. The rooms are mostly refurbished jail cells with their own basin and toilet. Mt Parihaka is 2.1 km from The Cell Block Backpackers.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

    • Free private parking available on-site

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Standard Twin Room
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  • 2 single beds
Free WiFi
  • Toilet
  • Linen
  • Shared bathroom
  • Heating
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
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US$51 per night
Price US$152
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US$44 per night
Price US$132
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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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US$21 per night
Price US$63
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Single Room
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Hope
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Loved that it was unique! Loved the people and the owners, super friendly and everything was easy and accessible, they also had cats so it was nice cuddling up with them especially with me being away from home and missing my own.”
  • Hsuan
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Two cats; Hot water for good shower and private parking”

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From 13:00 to 19:00
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Check-out
From 00:00 to 10:30
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Cell Block Backpackers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.