Stewart Island Backpackers  

In Oban’s Halfmoon Bay on Stewart Island — a lively backpacker hostel base for island adventures. Nearby attractions include Ruggedy Range Wilderness Experience, Dive Rakiura snorkeling tours, and Wohler’s Monument.

Dorms have no bunk beds and sleep up to four, keeping things roomy and chill. Expect a communal kitchen and lounge, shared bathrooms, a handy library with books and jigsaws, and windows that let you sip coffee while watching Oban below.

Free Wi‑Fi (vouchers available), a pool table, well-stocked communal kitchen, BBQ and picnic area, laundry and dryer, outside clothesline, free luggage storage and hairdryers. Tour desk and picnic spots make planning day trips easy.

Free on-property Wi‑Fi and complimentary on-site parking. Laundry and luggage storage available for longer stays.

Self-cater in the well-stocked communal kitchen or fire up the free BBQ. The lounge is a relaxed spot for morning coffee with a view of Oban.