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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.

E
Elza
From
Latvia
it is THE best hostel in the world, for real. Everything was like in the pictures and even better. the staff is super nice and welcoming. The facilities are so pretty that at some point you doubt that it is a hostel - it could be a hotel! Everything was so clean, the staff does cleaning more than once a day in public areas. Showers and toilets are the prettiest ever. And that is one of the few hostels in this country that offers basic things for cooking for backpackers - there was coffee, tea, sugar etc, cooking oil and even milk (also dairy free) for communal use. Other hostels should learn from The Marion how to do a proper hostel!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,670 reviews
Price from
US$77.87
1 night, 2 adults

Haka House Wellington

Wellington CBD, Wellington

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

S
Shih Yu
From
Taiwan
Room is big and clean!!! All equipped kitchen with all the necessary needs
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,820 reviews
Price from
US$47.61
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...

S
Sophie Schmiderer
From
Austria
It's avery sozial hostel. The kitchen is really nice and there is lots of free stuff like spices.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews
Price from
US$51.16
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.

A
Anne
From
Madagascar
Great location, helpful staff, good price
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,296 reviews
Price from
US$62.21
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.

H
Harold
From
Singapore
It’s spacious, quiet n comfy. I like how ununinstrusive staff was. the staff love the spritely little woman that cleaned the kitchen was. I fell in love with her: hunle, diligent in her work n her unspoken humbleness a a person. She deserves a raise!! Ot even be considered for job redesign! Acknowledge her for me please!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,135 reviews
Price from
US$59.09
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.

P
Pa
From
Cook Islands
Great central location, osum night time free street parking, a great place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,825 reviews
Price from
US$70.06
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.

D
DION TURI-WELSH
From
New Zealand
EVERYTHING WAS SPECTACULAR, ESPECIALLY STAFF
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,528 reviews
Price from
US$59.99
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.

A
Aaron Lenny
From
Germany
Awesome staff and beautiful location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
Price from
US$58.57
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.

S
Salvador
From
Spain
The ambient and people living there were truly amazing! I felt like at my own home
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, 236 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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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
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Avg. price/night: US$98.33
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,670 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$98.33
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,670 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$98.33
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,670 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$56.70
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,296 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
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