Sonoda Village - Hostel

2.0 star property
This charming Ilam hostel combines fun with convenience, offering billiards challenges and a perfect base for exploring nearby attractions with friends.

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Sonoda Village - Hostel in Ilam offers travelers an arcade/game room and gym for active moments. Relax on the sunny terrace after exploring. Practical amenities include billiards tables, laundry facilities, and luggage storage, which guests find particularly useful.

Reviews

4.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Business services
  • Laundry
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Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 5 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Sonoda Village - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sonoda Village - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sonoda Village - Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Sonoda Village - Hostel located?

Located in Ilam, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of Canterbury, Bush Inn Centre, and Riccarton Road. Riccarton Park and Riccarton House are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

4.8

7.0

Cleanliness

2.0

Location

6.0

Staff & service

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Poor environmental hygiene and unfriendly services provided by the female staff: 1) Towel of the precedent was displaced on the corridor to ny room. Nobody did any warship in the pantry and bathroom. 2) I had requested for the login and password of the WiFi for several times but the unhelpful female staff in the reception of the office insisted to offer any assistance. Then I asked her if there was any pillow case provided. The female staff replied that pillow case should be bought but is was out of her working hours. Then why was she still in the office? On the second day, I asked the same staff for the login and password for WiFi . After making several requests, she then got one piece of paper slip from the basket consisting piles of prepared slips. Then I understood that everything was ready for distribution but only the staff refused to offer any assistance. What kind of service did she offer me in an university! Really very disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Iris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to stay if you're travelling alone. Comfortable room in quiet setting. About 15 mins. from the airport and about 20 mins. from the city centre by bus.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

william

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not a hotel, this is a hostel.

This was another hostel run by a college, this is not a hotel.