Swagger Backpackers

HostelQuiet surroundings (no bars or transit within 250 m)

Location Great location — 7 attractions within walking distance

About

Swagger Backpackers is a hostel in Oamaru. The hostel is close to Livery Stables and Ōamaru Victorian Precinct, about 0.3 km from Harbourside, about 0.5 km from Friendly Bay Beach. Within a short walk you'll find 16 places to eat, 3 supermarkets and 1 public-transport stop. The most comfortable time to visit Oamaru is generally January to March.

Best for

Quiet stay

no bars or nightlife within 250 m · no transit stop within 150 m · airport more than 5 km away

Location

What's nearby

Livery Stables0.2 km
Ōamaru Victorian Precinct0.3 km
Whitestone City0.3 km
Forrester Gallery0.4 km
Friendly Bay Beach0.5 km
Alps to Ocean Bike Trail Finish Line Picture Frame0.5 km

Straight-line distances.

Within a short walk

🍽️ 16 places to eat🛒 3 supermarkets💊 2 pharmacies & clinics🚌 1 public-transport stop

Everyday amenities within about 1 km, from OpenStreetMap.

Getting there & essentials

Nearest airport: Oamaru Airport (OAM) — 17.6 km
Nearest station: Harbourside — 0.3 km
Nearest beach: Friendly Bay Beach — 0.5 km
Sea temperature: Sea temperature about 10.8 °C in September (Open-Meteo Marine, measured 2026-09-01)
Driving: Drives on the left
Currency: NZD
Power: Type I plugs · 230 V · 50 Hz
Tap water: Generally safe to drink