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Ramblers Rest Backpackers

4.2(20 reviews)

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Ramblers Rest Backpackers in South Island sits at 247 Tancred Street, Ashburton 7700, New Zealand. The hostel holds a 4.2 out of 5 rating from 20 reviews, and its website at http://www.ramblersrestashburton.com/ carries further details.

Known as a hostel in Ashburton, the venue places guests between Christchurch and the southern lakes, with Queenstown, Dunedin, Nelson, Blenheim, Wanaka, Te Anau and Kaikoura all within the wider region. The 20 reviews reflect a smaller but consistent guest base.

First-time visitors should expect shared accommodation in a town that serves as a natural stopover on the drive south from Christchurch towards Queenstown and the southern lakes. The hostel's position on Tancred Street puts it in the middle of Ashburton, within reach of shops and services along the main route through town.

Seasons run opposite to the northern hemisphere, with summer from December to February and winter from June to August, so bookings peak in the warmer months. New Zealand has a temperate maritime climate, so summers are mild and winters rarely bring snow at low altitude. Ramblers Rest Backpackers in South Island holds a 4.2 out of 5 rating from 20 reviews.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of business is Ramblers Rest Backpackers?

Ramblers Rest Backpackers is a hostel on South Island, offering backpacker accommodation in Ashburton. Travellers can find out more through its site at http://www.ramblersrestashburton.com/.

What should first-time visitors expect at Ramblers Rest Backpackers?

First-time visitors to Ramblers Rest Backpackers can expect a hostel stay in Ashburton on South Island. New Zealand's seasons run opposite to the northern hemisphere, with summer from December to February and winter from June to August, so pack for a temperate maritime climate where summers are mild and snow at low altitude is rare.

Where is Ramblers Rest Backpackers located on South Island?

Ramblers Rest Backpackers sits at 247 Tancred Street, Ashburton 7700, on New Zealand's South Island. Ashburton places guests within reach of the island's main centres, and the hostel's address makes it straightforward to find on arrival.

How do visitors rate Ramblers Rest Backpackers?

Guests have given Ramblers Rest Backpackers a rating of 4.2 out of 5 from 20 reviews. That score reflects the impression the hostel has made on the backpackers who have stayed at 247 Tancred Street in Ashburton.

Is Ramblers Rest Backpackers easy to reach from the main resorts or towns on South Island?

Ramblers Rest Backpackers is based in Ashburton, which sits within reach of centres such as Christchurch. Other places across South Island, including Queenstown, Dunedin, Nelson, Blenheim, Wanaka, Te Anau and Kaikoura, connect to the same wider network of routes.

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