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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 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,738 reviews
Price from
US$73.26
1 night, 2 adults

Haka House Wellington

Wellington CBD, Wellington

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

C
Celestien
From
New Zealand
The location is good and its a friendly atmosphere.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,698 reviews
Price from
US$53.84
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...

N
Nick
From
Australia
Location, the owners are super friendly, nice safe vibe and friendly atmosphere.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews
Price from
US$43.26
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.

P
Percy
From
Canada
The location was near the main downtown area about a few block's or 10minutes away other than that i enjoyed the hostel itself
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,351 reviews
Price from
US$50.80
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 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,261 reviews
Price from
US$63.96
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.

R
Rebecca
From
Ireland
We were here for a week and it was affordable and quiet. Bathrooms were clean. Basically like a hostel but you have a hotel room. Parking was difficult but not the hotels fault. The bar on the first floor was great for the quiz night, didn’t hear any noises from the bar later at night.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,946 reviews
Price from
US$61.54
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.

A
Abeera Attiq
From
Canada
The staff was excellent! She helped me out personally with a heater situation. Good location in downtown. Room was comfortable with a private bathroom and had tea and coffee available.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,599 reviews
Price from
US$58.61
1 night, 2 adults

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 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 209 reviews
Price from
US$46.15
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.

G
Glenda
From
Australia
Prime location and so easy to find. The view from our window was stunning- looking out towards the water. The place was very clean and staff welcoming and friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews
Price from
US$80.76
1 night, 2 adults
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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$81.91
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,738 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$81.91
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,738 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$81.91
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,738 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$46.58
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,351 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
  • Avg. price/night: US$46.58
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,351 reviews
    Hostel cat which is very friendly. very helpful and friendly staff. great location, very close to everything. kitchen had everything we needed. staff always cleaning around the hostel. different kitchens on different floors so never got too crowed. felt safe as they lock the doors and have security guards overnight. hairdryer and straighteners in bathroom.
    Guest review by
    Natalie
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: US$46.58
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,351 reviews
    Great location, confortable, nice hostel for meeting people, staff was very friendly, specially Kate
    Guest review by
    Agustin
    Solo traveller