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Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel near Picton Museum in Picton

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Terrace/patio
Fireplace
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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Double Ensuite Room)
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Double Room)

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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3a Nelson Square, Picton, 7220
  • Place, Nelson Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Picton Harbour
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Picton Ferry Terminal
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Picton (PCN)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Twin Ensuite Room)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Twin Ensuite Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Double Room)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Double Room)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Shared Dormitory (Girls Only Ensuite Dorm)

Standard Shared Dormitory (Girls Only Ensuite Dorm)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Suite, 1 Bedroom (Family Ensuite Room)

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom (Family Ensuite Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Motel Ensuite Room)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Motel Ensuite Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Suite, 1 Bedroom (Family 4 Share Room)

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom (Family 4 Share Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Free cribs/infant beds

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking (Mixed Dormitory Bed)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free cribs/infant beds

Standard Shared Dormitory (4 Share Mixed Dorm)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Double Ensuite Room)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Double Ensuite Room)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Picton

In Picton .Within a 15-minute walk of the hostel, you'll find Picton Museum and Picton Harbour. Picton Ferry Terminal and Lookout are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Nelson Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Waitohi Recreational Reserve - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Picton Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Picton Harbour - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Picton Ferry Terminal - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Picton (PCN) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sisu Eatery and Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Le Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Toastie Lords - Picton - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Oxley Rock - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Seabreeze Cafe & Bar - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

Hostel near Picton Museum in Picton
Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers also features a picnic area, a fireplace in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This Picton hostel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers offers 18 accommodations. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Sequoia Lodge Backpackers Picton
Sequoia Lodge Backpackers
Sequoia Backpackers Picton
Sequoia & Backpackers Picton
Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers Picton
Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers to the airport?

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers is 5.1 mi (7-min drive) away from the Picton (PCN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers?

As of Apr 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers on Apr 17, 2026 start from CA $51, excluding 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.

Does Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers.

Does Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers offer free breakfast?

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers have a pool?

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers does not have a pool.

Does Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers to downtown Picton?

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers is 0.3 mi away from Picton.

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 158 out of 379 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 146 out of 379 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 379 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 379 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 379 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great, the room and bathroom were clean, it was a friendly place and I would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

David

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Lack of off st parking, wooden appleboxes as bedside furnature, some longer term residents have drug and alcohol issues and noisey all night. Kitchen and facilities were clean. Overall not recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Staff were friendly. Room very dated but clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner is very nice ane accomodating. Good value for money. Spacious room and common areas
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Elise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a backpackers, this place was wonderful. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELAINE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent place to stay. 2nd visit and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELAINE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent service. Staff very friendly. Clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Harwinder, Rolleston

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for staying
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Staff & service
Convenience and price
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emile

Great joint, nice relaxed vibe & character
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Esther

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No customer service at all

Asked to get early breakfast as we were catching the early ferry to north island but they couldn’t accommodate. My partner left behind his earphones and they couldn’t send them to us even though we offered to pay a generous amount of money to cover costs plus some
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Debraj

Travelled with family
Was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I advised Sequoia that I wasn't coming because the event(air show) that I was to attend was cancelled. I attempted to advise Wotif also, but my emails were rejected by mxb.expediagroup.com. I prepaid $184.34( collected by Wotif), am not happy and would like that amount refunded. Thank you.
Stayed 0 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelli

Convenient location for a night before catching morning ferry, but do bring ear plugs if you’re a light sleeper as is located on main roundabout into Picton so freight trucks braking as they head past to the ferry in the middle of the night can be disruptive.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Dave

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gilles

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sachin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice cheap stay

A great 2 night stay. Rooms are basic with everything you need. I had no issues. Wifi was good too and the hosts are lovely! They try their best!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Good value place to sleep

Facility was basically a hostel. Room was cramped for three adults. Private bathroom and shower was clean. Common kitchen. Quiet area. Good value for lodging.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gerd

Travelled with partner
.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kelvin

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025