Global Village Backpackers

2.0 star property
Riverside hostel with fitness centre and sauna

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Single Private Room
Point of interest
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Just steps from Monteith's Brewing Co., this backpacker haven offers a garden, outdoor pool, spa tub, and sauna. After visiting the History House Museum or cycling the West Coast Rail Trail on free bikes, relax and stay connected with WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$87
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct

Room options

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Single Private Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
6 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Bed Private Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
6 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Private Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
6 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Triple Room (1x Double & 1x Single)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
6 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

4 Bed Private Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
6 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

6 Bed Private Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
6 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

Triple Room (3x Singles)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
6 bathrooms
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
42 - 54 Cowper Street, Greymouth, 7805

What's nearby

  • Grey District Aquatic Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Monteith's Brewing Company - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Pounamu Pathway Māwhera - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • West Coast Rail Trail - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Shantytown - 13 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Greymouth Station - 3 min drive
  • Hokitika (HKK) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cobden Takeaways - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Monteith's Brewing - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Woodstock Craft Bar & Eatery - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dp1 Cafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Global Village Backpackers

Hostel near Monteith's Brewing Company
Located close to Pounamu Pathway Māwhera and West Coast Rail Trail, Global Village Backpackers provides a garden, laundry facilities and a gym. Adventurous travellers may like the canoeing and fishing at this hostel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Free train station pick-up, free bike hire and a TV in reception
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and barbecues
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • 6 bathrooms with showers and hairdryers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6 shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 12 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Global Village Backpackers Hostel Greymouth
Global Village Backpackers Hostel
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Global Village Backpackers
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Global Village Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Global Village Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Global Village Backpackers?

As of 4 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Global Village Backpackers on 10 Oct 2025 start from AU$87.4, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Global Village Backpackers?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Global Village Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Global Village Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Global Village Backpackers located?

Located in Central Greymouth, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Monteith's Brewing Company, West Coast Rail Trail and Pounamu Pathway Māwhera. Left Bank Art Gallery and Greymouth Golf Club are also within 6 mi (10 km). Greymouth Station is 22 minutes by foot.

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