Bon Accord Backpackers

Bon Accord Backpackers is a 2-star hostel in Akaroa, New Zealand.

It is centrally located in the historic town on the Banks Peninsula, just a 3-minute walk from French Bay Beach. The hostel, built in 1862, provides a cozy atmosphere and affordable accommodation options. Rooms include doubles, twins, triples, and dorm-style rooms with shared bathrooms. Linen, towels, and hot water bottles are provided. Guests have access to 50MB of free Wi-Fi per stay.

The hostel features a shared kitchen and barbecue facilities, as well as two guest lounges with sofas and DVDs. The tour desk can assist with booking local activities such as swimming with dolphins, kayaking, horse riding, and hiking. Within walking distance, guests can explore the colonial Akaroa village galleries and shops in 10 minutes, or visit the Te Whare Taonga Museum in just 1 minute. Lake Ellesmere is a 50 km drive away.

Bon Accord Backpackers is conveniently located for travelers, with daily shuttle buses running directly from Christchurch, which is approximately 90 minutes away.