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Koanui Backpackers

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The Hostelz.com Review
Koanui Backpackers & Lodge is located on Main Street in Blenheim and is a realistic ten- to fifteen-minute walk from the bus stop with all your packs as well as ten minutes from the town center area (still closer than other backpackers that are located farther out Main Street). There are two different buildings as part of the complex -- the backpacker and the lodge, which also holds dorm rooms. But both have separate lounges and kitchens and the lounge facilities are newer and thus cost a bit more per night.

All in all the facilities of the backpacker, although older, are perfectly adequate. The kitchen is larger than that of the lodge and -- other than the threatening notes posted that tell you you’ll be kicked out if caught not doing your dishes -- a fairly bright place. The kitchen is well-stocked and the lounge is equipped with Sky TV as well as a free movie library and coin-operated internet terminal. The common patio area that is shared by all visitors has patio furniture and a large grill for guest use.

The reception area offers to help book any tours you may be interested in as well as having bikes for hire. This backpacker/lodge is a great place to hang your hat for a couple nights and explore the culinary and winemaking renowned area of Blenheim.

Exclusive Hostelz.com Review
April 2006

Their Description
Koanui Backpackers Details
 
Number of Beds:44
Bedsheets:Bedding provided free
Towels:Towels provided in ensuite rooms
Parking:Free off-street parking
Airport/Train Pickup:No
Luggage Storage:FREE
Coed Dorm Available:YES
Bathroom in Room:No
Credit Cards Accepted:YES
Nonsmoking Rooms:YES
Smoke-free Commons:YES
Pets Allowed:No
Service Animals OK:YES
Wheelchair Accessible:YES
Reservations Accepted:YES
Internet Computers:Pay
Wireless Internet:Pay
Age Range Allowed:Not set up for children but no restrictions
Minimum Stay:1 night
Maximum Stay:Unlimited
Lockout:No Lockout
Curfew:No Curfew
Checkout:10 AM (10:00)
Reception Hours:8.30am - 8 pm
Clubs/Networks:BBH
Membership Required:No, but discounted price for BBH card holders
Open Dates:All Year
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Map
Location/Contact
Address33 Main Street, Blenheim, South Island, New Zealand
Location
Websitewww.koanui.co.nz
Telephone+64 3 578 7487
Fax+64 3 578 7487
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Hostelz.com Guest Reviews
2  Poor very overpriced. dirty. the owners obviously in it for the money and not much else. we paid 160 dollars each to stay in a double damp room with no cupboard for a week. that is 320 dollars for a room for a week. basically feel these are european prices for third world accommodation.  , britain ()

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