Welcome to Billy Browns Backpackers

"In all places you can sleep, in some places you have good facilities, in some places you feel really good, but there are only a few places, like this one that give you the feeling you never want to leave." Fred Van Dyck, Belgium

"Heaven on a hill," Steve, UK

A quality backpacker lodge situated between the historic town of Port Chalmers and the beautiful beaches and wildlife of Aramoana, only 20 minutes from Dunedin. We offer individual travellers or small groups a unique New Zealand experience. Visitors can enjoy the spectacular views of the Otago Harbour and the surrounding hill country plus the genuine hospitality of the locals.

Located on the southern scenic route between Oamaru and The Catlins, Billy Brown's is perfect for both International and New Zealand visitors and a welcome alternative to Dunedin Backpackers.

The area offers visitors a chance to go on local walks, spot wildlife such as seals, yellow eyed penguins and a wide range of coastal and wetland birds.

Recommended in the Lonely Planet guidebook and Rough Guide to NZ and rated 94% by BBH voters in the 2009 survey.

We hope you enjoy our website and take time to look around.