Central Backpackers Oxford

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394 out of 424 HostelBookers customers said that they would recommend 'Central Backpackers Oxford'

Central Backpackers is rated #1 independent hostel in Oxford by HostelBookers guests because we offer the best value, location, staff and atmosphere in Oxford.

**THE ONLY HOSTEL IN OXFORD TO OFFER FREE INTERNET AND WI-FI! FREE CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST AS WELL ** (tea, coffee, juice, cereal, toast and spreads)

Welcome to Central Backpackers, Oxford’s premier Backpackers Hostel accommodation. Awarded one of Europe’s top Hostels 2006, 2007, 2008 also recommended by Let's Go and Lonely Planet guide books.

Central Backpackers brings a new level of comfort and security to the hostel experience. With a huge range of free services and facilities everything you need to make your trip safe, comfortable and enjoyable.

Located in the center of Oxford’s Historical University city on one of Oxford's most happening street Park End, lined with restaurants, pubs, bars and clubs. Central Backpackers is less than a 5 minutes walk from the bus station, train station, Oxford’s Castle/Prison attraction, Museums and vibrant student nightlife.

 All dorms equipped with swipe card entry system and individual lockers for your
added security.
 24 hours door code access with no lockouts or curfews.
 Cozy TV lounge with satellite TV and movies available all day, plus movie night every Wed with free popcorn.
 Dining lounge with vending machine and Internet terminals available all day.
 Large self catering kitchen with free tea and coffee.
 Roof top terrace with BBQ, everyone welcome to our Sunday BBQs.
 Laundry service available.
 Free tennis racket hires to use on near by courts. Also rugby balls, Frisbees and
footballs.
 Free city map for all guests and discount tickets available for local attractions.
 Families and groups welcome.
 Non smoking hostel.
 Friendly helpful staff.

Oxford is easily accessible from London by the Oxford Tube bus and Oxford Express both leaving every 10-15 minutes and both leaving from many London locations. Trains from Paddington Train Station leave every 10-20 minutes.
Direct bus services from Heathrow, Stansted, Gatwick and Luton Airports. Train service direct from Birmingham Airport as well!

Central Backpackers is Australian and Canadian owned and operated. All staff members are themselves backpackers with extensive travel experience.

ID required on check-in.
Passport or drivers license.
Groups of 5 or more need to contact hostel manager before making a reservation.
No stag or hen nights as they will be turned away.

**RECEPTION** is open from 8AM-11PM.
If you wish to check in outside these hours please make prior arrangements with the Hostel manager. If you want to book on the day of arrival please call , also if no online availability please call 01865 24 22 88 as we often have space not allocated online.

CHRISTMAS HOURS 2009-2010
RECEPTION OPEN FROM 8AM-10AM AND 5PM-7PM
PLEASE MAKE PRIOR ARRANGEMENTS IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO ARRIVE BETWEEN THESE HOURS.
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEARS FROM ALL THE TEAM AT CENTRAL BACKPACKERS



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Cancellation policy for bookings of 4 days or people, is 48 (by 12pm 2 days prior to arrival) – failing to cancel before this time, or in the result of non-arrival, a 1 nights charge will be levied to your credit card.

Bookings of 5 nights or more need to cancel 72 hours in advance or full payment will be levied to your credit card. Bookings of 5 or more people need to cancel 1 week prior to arrival or full payment will be levied to your credit card.

Group Bookings
Any booking for parties of 5 or more needs to be booked by the relevant hostel manager. If you book without prior arrangements your booking can be cancelled.

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