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The Marion Hostel

Wellington CBD, Wellington

Located in the heart of the city of Wellington,The Marion Hostel offers a range of backpacker accommodation and features a rooftop terrace.

A
Aida
From
Slovenia
Central location, beautiful space, friendly people. I loved the box system for the fridge, so well organised. This is in my TOP3 list of the most beautiful & stylish hostel’s interiors.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,651 reviews
Price from
US$77.95
1 night, 2 adults

Haka House Wellington

Wellington CBD, Wellington

Discover the vibrant pulse of New Zealand’s capital at Haka House Wellington!

S
Shirley
From
United Kingdom
Clean, great location. Nice staff. Lovely room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,848 reviews
Price from
US$51.80
1 night, 2 adults

Worldwide Backpackers

Wellington

Situated in Wellington and with Freyberg Beach reachable within 2.2 km, Worldwide Backpackers features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the...

C
Claire
From
New Zealand
Great location close to city and good facilities. Private room, friendly guests. Felt safe as a young solo traveller.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
Price from
US$51.21
1 night, 2 adults

Trek Global Backpackers

CBD - Lambton Quay, Wellington

Trek Global features 4 communal guest kitchens and a barbecue area. It is a 10-minute walk from Wellington’s CBD and Wellington Waterfront. Free unlimited WiFi is provided.

B
Buncheongeun
From
South Korea
The staff was very kind and friendly. Enough bathrooms were available. And its location is good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,283 reviews
Price from
US$62.27
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

Wellington

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers offers budget accommodation in the centre of Wellington. It features a 24-hour guest kitchen, self-service laundry facilities and a games room with pool tables.

E
Eiichiro
From
Japan
The best location for me who is taking a ferry I have stayed here before
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,095 reviews
Price from
US$59.14
1 night, 2 adults

The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers

Wellington CBD, Wellington

The 19th-century The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers offers accommodation in the heart of Wellington’s city centre, just 3 minutes’ walk from the Courtenay Place entertainment district.

M
Maree
From
United Kingdom
Location is fantastic - right in the city. Beds are huge. The bathroom is petite but all good for a short stay. It’s definitely on the more basic side, but very affordable and more comfortable and tidy than we expected. Great value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,807 reviews
Price from
US$73.42
1 night, 2 adults

Nomads Capital Backpackers - Wellington

Wellington CBD, Wellington

Located in the heart of the city, Nomads Capital Backpackers offers 5-star backpackers accommodation. It is a 5-minute walk from Wellington's stunning waterfront.

C
Catherine
From
Australia
Neat, comfortable, friendly, central
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,532 reviews
Price from
US$60.05
1 night, 2 adults

Moana Lodge

Plimmerton (Near Wellington)

Located in Plimmerton and with Plimmerton Beach reachable within 1.7 km, Moana Lodge provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

M
Mary
From
France
Beautiful space on a nice quiet beach
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews
Price from
US$63.72
1 night, 2 adults

House of Pirie

Wellington

Situated in Wellington and with Freyberg Beach reachable within 1.3 km, House of Pirie features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

E
Eduardo
From
Chile
Centrally located walking distance from main things like new world and the museum Code to access the property
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

140 Ghuznee Hostel

Wellington

Situated in Wellington and within 2.1 km of Freyberg Beach, 140 Ghuznee Hostel has a terrace, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

F
Flora
From
New Zealand
I extended my stay here as the place is always spotless
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 241 reviews
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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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Avg. price/night: US$93.31
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,651 reviews
I'm going to miss the Marion so much! Best hostel I've been while in NZ (and probably anywhere else!?). Super comfy bed, great staff, cool common rooms and kitchen, everything always clean! Free bike rentals! It's a great place both if you want to meet new people or if you want to be on your own. And a great place to start exploring Welly! 😊
Guest review by
Beatrice
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$93.31
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,651 reviews
Best hostel I've stayed in. Amazing converted building with lots of different areas for socialising, sitting quietly, cooking, etc. All the facilities you expect from a decent hostel and more. Like hot drinks freely available, towels provided, curtains on bunk beds.
Guest review by
Yvette
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$93.31
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,651 reviews
Best hostel we've ever stayed in - in terms of clean and facilities. The staff (didnt get the guys name unfortunately) on reception was lovely and helped us with parking! Kitchen had everything - free tea/coffee/hot chocolate and free milk & milk alternative. Free herbs and spices to help transfer your normal cheap pasta traveller dish. Room was nice and comfortable. Bathrooms clean and nice. Shared areas inviting.
Guest review by
Lewis
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$56.75
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,282 reviews
Global Backpackers was one of the best Hostels I've ever stayed so far, everything's perfect, specially the friendship I was always treated. Counting the days to get back there:
Guest review by
Guilherme Grummt
Solo traveller