Name: Central Backpackers
Address: 13 Park End Street, Oxford, OX1 1HH, United Kingdom, 13 Park End Street, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HH, UK
Rating: 8.2

Central Backpackers

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About this property

Within 5 minutes’ walk of the train station and lively city centre, Central Backpackers offers hostel accommodation with free WiFi, 24-hour access and a convenient location. The hostel has its own bar and rooftop terrace, and offers luggage storage and laundry services. There are mixed and female dormitories with shared bathroom facilities, with towels and bed linen provided. All dorms have lockers and a secure swipe-card entry system. There is also a lounge area with TV and DVD player. There is a dining room, and free tea and coffee in the kitchen. Run by experienced backpackers, the hostel is within walking distance of Oxford’s many restaurants, cafés and shops, as well as iconic landmarks including the Bodleian Library and Oxford Castle. The New Theatre and Odeon Cinema on vibrant George Street are around 4 minutes away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Oxford, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2

Availability

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Room type	Number of guests
Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed

Guest reviews

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Free WiFi

Guests who stayed here loved

Ishwarya

India

“The staff were really kind and it felt like a really warm and cozy place to be in. Had the best sleep after my flight.”

Samantha

United Kingdom

“Fresh coffee in the morning and kitchen facilities, incredibly clean showers and comfortable, clean beds and shared spaces. Staff are very helpful and welcoming”

Kate

United Kingdom

“I really-really liked the stuff. It also had everything I needed for a short trip. The kitchen was so nice!”

Eleanor

United Kingdom

“Great front of house staff. Guy with long brown hair was lovely. Clean. Appreciated the coffee/tea making facilities”

Kyei

United Kingdom

“The facilities were a good value for the price. Friendly staff and people staying there, a satisfying experience, closer to the train station and shops , I would recommend it anytime.”

Jocelyn

United Kingdom

“Location is close to train station and city centre. Very clean, staff are well manner, friendly and accommodating. I love Julia and Rebecca the most and other staff are great as well. ❤️ I felt welcomed and they are like close friends. Comfy...”

Mario

Belgium

“Very friendly staff , nice and well organized common areas , good showers and comfortable beds. Central location near station, pubs and town center . Superb coffee 😀”

Lucy

United Kingdom

“Staff were so friendly, thoughtful and caring. Location was perfect for both the train station and the city centre. The atmosphere in the kitchen and common room was nice. Lockers were well located in the rooms and there were enough plugs for...”

Kostas

Greece

“Very polite personel, free tea and coffee. Nice kitchen. All the bathrooms and showers were very clean. The location was good as well - very close to bus and train station and only a short walk to city center. They provided towels and earplugs...”

Scott

United Kingdom

“I’ve never stayed in a hostel before and I hope I never have to again, but if I did I’d want it to be as fantastic as Central Backpackers. The place was immaculately clean, the bathroom, kitchen etc all spotless. Facilities were top notch and the...”

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House rules

Central Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 23:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 00:00 to 10:30

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Cards accepted at this property

Cash is not accepted

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

You must show a valid photo ID (passport or driver's licence) upon check-in.

Please note that groups of 5 or more guests must book a private dorm. Groups are not accepted in multiple occupancy dorms

Please note the property is accessed via 49 steps and there is no lift. It is not suitable for guests with limited mobility.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Central Backpackers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.