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Central Backpackers Oxford

13 Park End Street, Oxford OX1 1HH, England
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Sheffield
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

I agree one of the reviewer's opinion that, it make you feel a bit sad. If the owner is reading this, I recommend you to increasing the size of the common space. Nobody want to talk with others, the dining space ect are quite small, the only outdoor space has no person managing it. Another reason make it feel sad... More

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Aberystwyth, Wales, United Kingdom
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34 reviews 34 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2013 via mobile

The hostel was just sad. The staff was polite and the rooms and bathrooms clean but it just felt sad. The nightclub was a nightmare and the room was much too hot. The breakfast was what I've come to expect in hostels. I'd only stay here again if I had to. It's close to just about everything, but still in... More

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Little Rock, Arkansas
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2013

Cannot say enough good things about this place. Things like free wifi, clean towels, real showers, free breakfast, and lockers shouldn't be rare in hostels but usually are. It wasn't anything crazy fancy, but it felt incredibly safe--the "regulars" lived there for weeks-months and didn't have a lock on their door--they all just knew each other and invited people staying... More

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Split
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9 reviews 9 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 26, 2013

Female dorm costs 22 GBP, linens and a towel are included in a price. There is a free internet throughout the hostel and a free breakfast (jams, peanut butter and Nutella!), with toasts, oatmeals, cornflakes, milk, tea, coffee. The communal area is rather small, with only 4 tables. And there are stairs that lead upstairs so not a place for... More

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14 reviews 14 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed October 3, 2012 via mobile

Whoever says that this hostel is the best they ever stayed in either work for the hostel or haven't traveled at all. It's not great at all. I usualy stay inother hostel but wanted yo try somethin new. For start, I arrived after midnight, which is late I admit but it's not a reason to be given an attitude from... More

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London, United Kingdom
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59 reviews 59 reviews
22 hotel reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 12, 2012

Really great hostel, very clean and very friendly and helpful staff. Good facilities too although I must have missed the free breakfast! One of the best hostels I've stayed it. Good that the linen is free (and put on for you!) as are towels. Location is great for the station. Only big complaint was that there weren't any reading lights... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 6, 2012 via mobile

The most friendly and helpful staff I've come across in my travels. Good facilities - free wifi and computers, free breakfast and kitchen use, nice TV room with good collection of movies. Pub crawl on a Wednesday night is also alot of fun!!

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Taipei, Taiwan
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21 reviews 21 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 17, 2012

We left our luggage early in the morning and it was fine. The friendly staff is the greatest asset Central Backpacker has. They are ready to listen and help travellers and make them feel mo0re comfortable and confident about the place.... The place is a little bit small, with few toilets and washrooms. And the rooftop hangout area could be... More

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Montreal, Canada
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 16, 2012

Well located, awesome staff, good services (even free towels). Terrace on the roof and cheap beer. Small cinema with free movies too. Had a monday pasta night and wednesday free pub crawl. Was pretty cool. Only concern was there was a monster truck sleeping right above me. Fortunately they also offer free ear plugs.

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Malmo, Sweden
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15 reviews 15 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2012

I read the reviews and saw the high ratings on Hostelworld but I must say I was kind of disappointed. 3 of us stayed 2 nights in a 4 bed dorm. It was clean and location was great. Close to both the train and bus station and city center. Free, very simple breakfast in the morning consisting of toast &... More

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Additional Information about Central Backpackers Oxford

Address: 13 Park End Street, Oxford OX1 1HH, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > South East England > Oxfordshire > Oxford
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet
Hotel Style:
Ranked #3 of 9 Specialty lodging in Oxford
Price Range: $
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Central Backpackers, Oxford’s premier Backpackers Hostel accommodation. Central Backpackers brings a new level of comfort and security to the hostel experience. With a huge range of free services including Internet, light breakfast, 24 hr access, lockers in all dorm, BBQ deck area everything you need to make your trip safe, comfortable and enjoyable. Located in the centre of Oxford’s Historical University city. Central Backpackers is less than a 5 minute walk from the bus station, train station, Oxford’s Castle/Prison complex, Museums and vibrant student nightlife. ... more   less 
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