World's largest hostel database. Online booking price comparison. Real uncensored reviews. The only hostels website you'll ever need. 
EnglishFrançaisEspañolItalianoDeutsch日本語 (Japanese)

End of the Road Backpackers

Online booking is not offered for this Hostel. Contact them for availability and reservations (any contact info we have is listed below).
Please see Russell for other available Russell hostels and accommodations.
The Hostelz.com Review
If you're heading to Russell and are looking for a fun and slightly different place to stay, try End of the Road Backpackers. An approximately five minute walk takes you to the base of a large hill, and the views from this hostel at the top makes the climb worth the effort! The hostel is actually just a small two-bedroom house, with a maximum capacity of four: two single beds in one room, and a double bed in the other. The beds are comfortable, and sheets are included. The rooms are equipped with nightstands, lamps, and dressers. Two bright windows let you enjoy the fine views from the bedrooms.

This hostel is a far cry from the "normal" hostel scene, and with room for just four guests, you'll feel more like you're in a vacation home than a hostel. The main part of the little house consists of a small and functional kitchen, a living room with comfortable seating and a small television, a dining area, and of course, a clean bathroom. The owner's family lives a little ways down the hill on the surrounding property, and while you probably won't see the owners in the hostel too much, they are accessible if you need them. Upon your arrival, you can simply let yourself in and make yourself comfortable, and the pleasant owner will usually come by later in the afternoon.

You probably won't find any other hostel this small and intimate, and no doubt you'll feel right at home. You'll soon discover one of the best parts about this hostel though: just walk out the sliding glass door onto the porch and take in the views. This hostel's views can't be beat! Be sure to book ahead during the busier seasons!

Exclusive Hostelz.com Review
February 2006

End of the Road Backpackers Details
 
Number of Beds:2 single one double
Bedsheets:free
Towels:towels at $3 each
Parking:plenty of free parking
Airport/Train Pickup:no
Luggage Storage:nil
Coed Dorm Available:YES
Bathroom in Room:No
Credit Cards Accepted:No
Nonsmoking Rooms:YES
Smoke-free Commons:YES
Pets Allowed:No
Service Animals OK:YES
Wheelchair Accessible:No
Reservations Accepted:YES
Internet Computers:No
Wireless Internet:No
Age Range Allowed:nil
Minimum Stay:no
Maximum Stay:not more than 1 month
Lockout:no
Curfew:no
Checkout:10am
Reception Hours:2-6pm
Membership Required:no
Open Dates:all year
(To add or correct information for this listing, please use the Listing Update Form.)
Map
Location/Contact
Address24 Brind Road, Russell, North Island, New Zealand
WebsiteNone (if you know the URL of their website, tell us and we'll add it)
Telephone09 403 8827
How is End of the Road Backpackers rated on other websites?
Not listed.
Not listed.
Not listed.
Not listed.
Hostelz.com Guest Reviews
5  Cozy, quiet, million dollar view This hostel is a great base to explore the Bay of Islands. When we arrived we found notes on the window and beds to welcome us! We stayed here for five days and totally chilled out. The owner Moana is very friendly! She even drove us to the ferry at our departure because it was raining and made this a little sightseeing trip around Russell. The house has character and gives you a homely feeling from the minute you walk in. Don't miss out on this hidden beauty if you want to relax in the Bay of Islands!  , The Netherlands ()
5  Comfy, great view, quiet This was the first place I stayed in NZ on my trip there and the owner, Moana, was so very nice and accommodating. It was reasonably priced, clean, and a great place to stay with the view of the little cove all the all boats just outside the deck. And, Russell is much nicer than Pahia as it's quieter and more cozy. So, if you are going to the Northland and need a place to stay, put this high on your list!  , Moscow, Russia ()

Have you visited this Hostel? Post your comments here.