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Manor on the Park Backpackers

Dunedin

Set in Dunedin and with Taieri Gorge Railway reachable within 1.5 km, Manor on the Park Backpackers offers express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the...

L
Luo
From
China
1. Newly renovated old building, very stylish and cozy, clean room very tidy and quiet; 2. Good facilities, big common room, kitchen with all utensils available and spices, big shower room and enough toilets, hairdryer in all restrooms; 3. Staff is very supportive and nice; 4. Bed is super comfortable;
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
Price from
US$70.48
1 night, 2 adults
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UpTown Backpackers

Dunedin City Centre, Dunedin

Well situated in the Dunedin City Centre district of Dunedin, UpTown Backpackers is set 700 metres from Toitu Otago Settlers Museum, 1.1 km from Otago Museum and 2 km from Forsyth Barr Stadium.

A
Ali
From
New Zealand
Us four girls stayed in a dorm of 4 and the beds were so comfy, the duvets were fluffy and the pillows were comfy. Forgot our towels but they were only $2 to hire and staff we really friendly! 100% would stay here again as great value for money, great location and quiet considering we were right in the centre.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews
Price from
US$51.01
1 night, 2 adults
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Work Stay at 123

Dunedin

Located in Dunedin, 1.2 km from Taieri Gorge Railway, Work Stay at 123 provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

T
Tristan
From
United States
Very cute place, feels spacious, very tidy and comfy. Nice kitchen with snacks and tea/coffee.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 747 reviews
Price from
US$110.89
1 night, 2 adults
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Chalet Backpackers

Dunedin

Situated in Dunedin and with Taieri Gorge Railway reachable within 1.2 km, Chalet Backpackers features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

R
Rob
From
New Zealand
Love this wee property… single rooms on top floor, secluded, away from the usual backpacker nonsense and boozed guests.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 721 reviews
Price from
US$70.04
1 night, 2 adults
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Travel Stay City Hostel

Dunedin

Set in Dunedin, 1.2 km from Taieri Gorge Railway, Travel Stay City Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

S
Shan
From
New Zealand
Loved how peaceful & easy going the place was. Host have done an amazing job keeping things simple & accommodating. Thank you 😊
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews
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On Top Backpackers

Dunedin City Centre, Dunedin

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

K
Kristýna
From
Czech Republic
Beautiful place, I felt comfortable, nice view of the window, its a short walk to the penguin place
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,344 reviews
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Top picks for Dunedin hotels

Explore our most popular hotels in Dunedin

  • Manor on the Park Backpackers

    Dunedin
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
    From
    US$70
    1 night, 2 adults

  • Work Stay at 123

    Dunedin
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 747 reviews
    From
    US$111
    1 night, 2 adults

  • UpTown Backpackers

    Dunedin City Centre, Dunedin
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews
    From
    US$51
    1 night, 2 adults

  • Chalet Backpackers

    Dunedin
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 721 reviews
    From
    US$70
    1 night, 2 adults
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Manor on the Park Backpackers

Dunedin

Set in Dunedin and with Taieri Gorge Railway reachable within 1.5 km, Manor on the Park Backpackers offers express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the...

L
Luo
From
China
1. Newly renovated old building, very stylish and cozy, clean room very tidy and quiet; 2. Good facilities, big common room, kitchen with all utensils available and spices, big shower room and enough toilets, hairdryer in all restrooms; 3. Staff is very supportive and nice; 4. Bed is super comfortable;
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
Price from
US$70.48
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability

UpTown Backpackers

Dunedin City Centre, Dunedin

Well situated in the Dunedin City Centre district of Dunedin, UpTown Backpackers is set 700 metres from Toitu Otago Settlers Museum, 1.1 km from Otago Museum and 2 km from Forsyth Barr Stadium.

A
Ali
From
New Zealand
Us four girls stayed in a dorm of 4 and the beds were so comfy, the duvets were fluffy and the pillows were comfy. Forgot our towels but they were only $2 to hire and staff we really friendly! 100% would stay here again as great value for money, great location and quiet considering we were right in the centre.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews
Price from
US$51.01
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability

Work Stay at 123

Dunedin

Located in Dunedin, 1.2 km from Taieri Gorge Railway, Work Stay at 123 provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

T
Tristan
From
United States
Very cute place, feels spacious, very tidy and comfy. Nice kitchen with snacks and tea/coffee.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 747 reviews
Price from
US$110.89
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability

Chalet Backpackers

Dunedin

Situated in Dunedin and with Taieri Gorge Railway reachable within 1.2 km, Chalet Backpackers features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

R
Rob
From
New Zealand
Love this wee property… single rooms on top floor, secluded, away from the usual backpacker nonsense and boozed guests.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 721 reviews
Price from
US$70.04
1 night, 2 adults
Check availability

Travel Stay City Hostel

Dunedin

Set in Dunedin, 1.2 km from Taieri Gorge Railway, Travel Stay City Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

S
Shan
From
New Zealand
Loved how peaceful & easy going the place was. Host have done an amazing job keeping things simple & accommodating. Thank you 😊
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews
Check availability

On Top Backpackers

Dunedin City Centre, Dunedin

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

K
Kristýna
From
Czech Republic
Beautiful place, I felt comfortable, nice view of the window, its a short walk to the penguin place
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,344 reviews
Check availability
All hostels in Dunedin

Looking for a hostel?

Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.

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Popular with guests booking hostels in Dunedin

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Dunedin

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 747 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Dunedin

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Dunedin

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,344 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Dunedin

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 721 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Dunedin

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

Hostels that guests love in Dunedin

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UpTown Backpackers

Hostel in Dunedin
Avg. price/night: US$78.79
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 802 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 traveller

UpTown Backpackers

Hostel in Dunedin
Avg. price/night: US$78.79
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews
Great location, lovely staff, clean facilities. Really loved their bunk beds with curtains and shelves, makes your bed more of a private space.
Guest review by
Janja
Solo traveller

On Top Backpackers

Hostel in Dunedin
Avg. price/night: US$69.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,344 reviews
Good central location, was within my accommodation budget, first choice of bunk bed
Guest review by
Megan
Solo traveller

Chalet Backpackers

Hostel in Dunedin
Avg. price/night: US$70.04
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 721 reviews
Really good backpackers hostel with all the facilities needed
Guest review by
Yanyx
Solo traveller

UpTown Backpackers

Hostel in Dunedin
Avg. price/night: US$78.79
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 802 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!
Guest review by
Alex
Solo traveller

On Top Backpackers

Hostel in Dunedin
Avg. price/night: US$69.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,344 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 traveller

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