Newquay International Backpackers

Hostel★★★★4-star★ 4.6 (107 reviews)

Location Excellent location — 10 attractions within walking distance

About

Newquay International Backpackers is a hostel in Newquay. It sits close to Newquay Water Sports Centre and Newquay Water Sports Centre, about 1.2 km from Newquay. It holds an official 4-star rating and scores 4.6/5 across 107 guest reviews. The most comfortable time to visit Newquay is generally May to July.

What guests mention

friendly staff4cleanliness2breakfast & food2

Aspects most mentioned across recent guest reviews (highlighted = mostly positive).

Amenities

Free Wi-Fi

Location

What's nearby

Newquay Water Sports Centre0.4 km
Newquay Water Sports Centre0.4 km
Newquay Water Sports Centre0.4 km
Harbour Beach0.5 km
Towan Beach0.5 km
Blue Reef Aquarium0.6 km

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Within a short walk

🍽️ 29 places to eat🛒 1 supermarket💊 1 pharmacy or clinic🚌 1 public-transport stop

Everyday amenities within about 1 km, from OpenStreetMap.

Getting there & essentials

Nearest airport: Cornwall Airport Newquay (NQY) — 7.1 km → all hotels near NQY
Nearest station: Newquay — 1.2 km
Nearest beach: Harbour Beach — 0.5 km
Sea temperature: Sea temperature about 18.6 °C in September (Open-Meteo Marine, measured 2026-09-01)
Driving: Drives on the left
Currency: GBP
Power: Type G plugs · 230 V · 50 Hz
Tap water: Generally safe to drink

Straight-line distances.

Street view

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Frequently asked questions

How do you get to Newquay International Backpackers?

From Newquay International Backpackers, the nearest station, Newquay, is about 1.2 km away; Cornwall Airport Newquay (NQY) is around 7.1 km away (straight-line distances).