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Manor on the Park Backpackers

Dunedin

Located in Dunedin and with Taieri Gorge Railway reachable within a 17-minute walk, Manor on the Park Backpackers provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi...

D
Darcy
From
Australia
Location is good and the building was recently renovated, facilities are fantastic
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews
Price from
$69.15
1 night, 2 adults

Work Stay at 123

Dunedin

Located in Dunedin, a 14-minute walk from Taieri Gorge Railway, Work Stay at 123 provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

J
Jordan
From
United States
Super comfortable room with great work and resting space. The kitchen was fantastic and even equipped with free coffee, cereal, other foods. Shared bathroom was big and nice with towels and shampoo and everything - felt like I was in a real home. It was so peaceful during my stay. There's a beautiful view from the sitting area of the city, perfect for a coffee or glass of wine. Maybe it was just what I needed at the time, but honestly this was one of my favorite places to stay in the past few months of traveling. Again, just felt like being at home.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 727 reviews
Price from
$105.37
1 night, 2 adults

UpTown Backpackers

Dunedin City Center, Dunedin

In a prime location in the Dunedin City Center district of Dunedin, UpTown Backpackers is located a 7-minute walk from Toitu Otago Settlers Museum, 0.7 miles from Otago Museum and 1.2 miles from...

E
Eden
From
China
The cleanness of this hostel is beyond of my expectation, the cleaning staff is really doing their job very well, giving them ten out of ten points. Review is only based on the period when I was staying.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 779 reviews
Price from
$69.15
1 night, 2 adults

Travel Stay City Hostel

Dunedin

Located in Dunedin, a 14-minute walk from Taieri Gorge Railway, Travel Stay City Hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

M
Mikaela
From
United States
Loved staying here and it was the cleanest backpacker type stay I have ever seen.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews

On Top Backpackers

Dunedin City Center, Dunedin

With the best location in town, locally owned On Top Backpackers & Apartments has something for every traveler!

C
Celia
From
Canada
Great central location. Very secure entry to the rooms. A well run backpackers hostel with very clean facilities. I stayed in a 6 bed female dorm which was bright with comfortable beds. I didn’t try the free breakfast ( tea coffee, bread and jam). we’re helpful in storing luggage.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,384 reviews

Chalet Backpackers

Dunedin

Located in Dunedin and with Taieri Gorge Railway reachable within a 14-minute walk, Chalet Backpackers has a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...

C
Clotilde
From
France
This house was beautiful and cosy, I enjoyed my stay at this hostel very much ! They have a small library at the 3rd store and the view over the city from the entrance is nice ! The kitchen is big enough and there is a lounge area on each floor. There are also some recommendations of what to do in Dunedin at the reception. My room was quiet and clean !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 747 reviews
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 727 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 778 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Dunedin

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 747 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Dunedin

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Dunedin

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,384 reviews

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Avg. price/night: $77.31
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 778 reviews
Great location, the people you stay with here you can easily make friendships and such a good atmosphere. Bonus Points as they have a Cute Golden Retriever Puppy in residence. I wished I stayed longer as Uptown Backpackers feels like a 2nd Family.
Guest review by
Hayden
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $77.31
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 778 reviews
Great location, lovely staff, clean facilities. Really loved their bunk beds with curtains and shelves, makes your bed more of a private space.
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Janja
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $42.95
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,384 reviews
Good central location, was within my accommodation budget, first choice of bunk bed
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Megan
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $51.54
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 747 reviews
Really good backpackers hostel with all the facilities needed
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Yanyx
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $77.31
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 778 reviews
The staff were super friendly! Check in and out was so quick and easy, the room was comfortable, great location and I loved that the female dorm had a keypad lock instead of a key for that extra sense of security! I would highly recommend this hostel!
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Alex
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $42.95
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,384 reviews
In terms of youth hostels, it was the best accommodation I have had so far in New Zealand. Unpretentious but comfortable, with everything you need, in a great location and with friendly and helpful staff.
Guest review by
Roberta
Solo traveler