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title: "Freemans Backpackers, Auckland: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Freemans Backpackers in Auckland: rated 6.7 by guests, 3.5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-12
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Hostel · ★★★★
# Freemans Backpackers

Freemans Bay, Auckland, New Zealand

6.7 ·  Okay 61 reviews ·  #224 #224 of 237 in Auckland ·  5.8 Location score
## About Freemans Backpackers

Freemans Backpackers is a hostel in Freemans Bay, Auckland, New Zealand. It holds a 3.5-star rating. Guests rate it 6.7 out of 10 across 61 reviews. Facilities include airport transfer, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 1.0 km from the centre of Auckland. The nearest beach is 1.4 km away. The nearest airport, Auckland International Airport (AKL), is 18 km away.

- **Type:** Hostel

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 12:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 12

65 Wellington Street

## How Freemans Backpackers scores

Better rated than 5% of hotels in Auckland

-   Guest rating **6.7**
-   Location **5.8**
-   Facilities **3.3**
-   Families **0.0**
-   Spa & wellness **0.0**
-   Beach access **5.4**
-   Public transport **2.5**

Auckland average

## Amenities

Airport transferFree parkingFree Wi-Fi

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Airport transfer
-   Shuttle
-   Car hire
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Kitchen
-   In-room safe
-   Coffee or tea maker

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **5.8**/10

- **Walk grade:** **64**/100 Somewhat walkable

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **34**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **5**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Westhaven Beach</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.4 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">23 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Britomart Transport Centre</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.5 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">25 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Auckland International Airport (AKL)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">18 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">40 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Auckland</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.0 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">16 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Whakamana Cannabis Museum o Aotearoa570 m
-   The Charlotte Museum610 m
-   Auckland Heritage820 m
-   Skyjump870 m
-   Odyssey Sensory Maze Auckland890 m
-   Auckland Jet Boat Tours1.2 km

## Freemans Backpackers: in detail

Experience an abundance of unparalleled facilities and features at Freemans Backpackers. Maintain seamless communication using the complimentary Wi-Fi at hostel. Effortlessly arrange transportation to and from the airport using the hostel's airport transfer services. Discover the wonders of Auckland with ease by utilizing the services provided by car hire and shuttle. For visitors traveling by automobile, complimentary parking is available. During your stay at this fantastic hostel, the attentive front desk personnel can provide you with a range of amenities such as express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. In search of city's top entertainment, seek assistance at the hostel's ticket service and tours for reservations. For extended visits or whenever required, the laundry service ensures your preferred travel garments remain fresh and accessible. For visitors wishing to smoke, designated smoking zones can be found. At Freemans Backpackers, every guestroom is provided with convenient amenities and fittings to ensure a comfortable stay. Certain rooms offer in-room amusement features such as the television for your enjoyment. In select rooms within the hostel, a refrigerator and a coffee or tea maker is available to cater to your requirements when desired. In the hostel, certain guest bathrooms come equipped with essential bathroom amenities, such as a hair dryer and toiletries, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. Do you excel in cooking? Prepare your personal dishes on-site at hostel's BBQ facilities and shared kitchen.

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## Questions about Freemans Backpackers

### How do guests rate Freemans Backpackers?

Freemans Backpackers has a guest rating of 6.7 out of 10 from 61 reviews, which is better than 5% of rated hotels in Auckland.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Freemans Backpackers?

Check-in starts at 12:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Is there parking at Freemans Backpackers?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Freemans Backpackers from the airport?

The nearest airport, Auckland International Airport (AKL), is 18 km away in a straight line.

### Is Freemans Backpackers close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 1.4 km from the hotel.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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