Central Backpackers

8.3/10 · 1587 Reviews Book

13 Park End Street, Oxford, OX1 1HH, United Kingdom

Main amenities

Parking Free WiFi Non-smoking Rooms

8.3/10 (1587 Reviews)

Location

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Neighborhood

Castles and Forts

Blenheim Palace

By car: 13,3 km · 14 min

Oxford Castle

By car: 306 m · 1 min

Museums

The Story Museum

On foot: 680 m · 8 minBy car: 1,4 km · 2 min

Museum of Oxford

On foot: 719 m · 8 minBy car: 1,5 km · 2 min

History of Science Museum

On foot: 799 m · 9 minBy car: 2,6 km · 5 min

Pitt Rivers Museum

On foot: 1,1 km · 13 minBy car: 2,1 km · 4 min

Oxford University Museum Of Natural History

On foot: 1,2 km · 14 minBy car: 2,1 km · 4 min

Buildings and Structures

Radcliffe Camera

On foot: 939 m · 11 minBy car: 2,6 km · 5 min

St Benet's Hall

On foot: 940 m · 11 minBy car: 1,1 km · 2 min

Historic and Protected Sites

Carfax Tower

On foot: 608 m · 7 minBy car: 1,6 km · 2 min

Martyrs Memorial

On foot: 676 m · 8 minBy car: 1,2 km · 2 min

Bars

thirst

By car: 12 m · 1 min

The Honeypot

By car: 51 m · 1 min

The Bridge

On foot: 196 m · 2 minBy car: 262 m · 1 min

Rail Stations

Oxford Train Station

On foot: 389 m · 4 minBy car: 462 m · 1 min

Oxford Parkway

On foot: 6,5 km · 1 hr 17 minBy car: 6,9 km · 12 min

Airports

London Heathrow Airport

By car: 76,5 km · 53 min

London Luton Airport

By car: 76,6 km · 1 hr 14 min

Southampton Airport

By car: 103,1 km · 1 hr 11 min

Birmingham Airport

By car: 103,6 km · 1 hr 9 min

Gardens

Botanic Gardens Oxford

On foot: 1,4 km · 16 minBy car: 3,6 km · 7 min

Restaurants

4500 Miles from Delhi

By car: 25 m · 1 min

Nomad

By car: 46 m · 1 min

Sojo

On foot: 199 m · 2 minBy car: 264 m · 1 min

Lakes

Queen Pool

By car: 13,8 km · 15 min

Information

Central Backpackers offers free Wi-Fi throughout its premises along with secure parking on-site for guests arriving by car. Located centrally in Oxford at 13 Park End Street, this hostel provides non-smoking accommodations while maintaining easy access to key attractions. Just four minutes away on foot lies Oxford Train Station, making regional transit convenient whether heading north toward Birmingham or southbound to London Paddington. The Botanic Gardens Oxford sits about six minutes by car, covering roughly four kilometers through scenic routes ideal for exploring local flora year-round. Nearby stands Oxford Castle, a historic fortress offering panoramic views over the city’s skyline and medieval architecture.

Amenities

Services

Daily housekeeping Shared lounge/TV area Baggage storage Fax/Photocopying (Paid) Express check-in/out Laundry (Paid) Lockers

Bathroom

Toilet paper Towels Toilet Hairdryer Shower Towels/Sheets (extra fee) Shared bathroom

Safety & security

Fire extinguishers Smoke alarms Key card access CCTV outside property CCTV in common areas Security alarm

Cleanliness & disinfection

Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning Guest accommodation disinfected between stays Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus

General

Smoke-free property Heating Carpeted Non-smoking rooms

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture Garden Terrace Sun deck

Activities

Evening entertainment Bar crawls Themed dinners Movie nights

Safety features

Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities First aid kits available

Physical distancing

Physical distancing rules followed Cashless payment available Contactless check-in/out

Food & drink safety

All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized Physical distancing in dining areas

Parking

2. Off-site parking (Paid) 1. Off-site parking (Paid)

Front Desk Services

Invoice provided

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Bedroom

Linens

Internet

Internet

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/Puzzles

Kitchen

Shared kitchen

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Photos

Reviews

9 / 10

Sabine - 05/02/2026

Well-equipped rooms such as kitchen, lounge, washrooms, roof terrace... A family way of working Friendly staff

10 / 10

Patricia - 05/16/2026

The staff were very nice, I felt very comfortable, very good location, very well organized.

Few showers at peak times.

6 / 10

Eduarda - 05/05/2026

Nice staff, location and coffee all day :)

The shared space’s tables were always sticky and dirty. Not enough showers for the ammount of people sleeping in the hostel.

6 / 10

Daniel - 04/30/2026

Location and friendly staff

Old. Small and not very big for the number of guests there. Not a separate bathroom or room where you can shave/freshen up in peace. Very unfortunate

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Important information

You must show a valid photo ID (passport or driver's license) upon check-in. Please note that groups of 5 or more guests must book a private dorm. Groups are not accepted in multiple occupancy dorms Please note the property is accessed via 49 steps and there is no elevator. It is not suitable for guests with limited mobility. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform Central Backpackers of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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