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About this property

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. Guests receive unlimited free WiFi. Formerly the historic Hotel Waterloo, which hosted Queen Elizabeth II’s entourage on her 1953 Coronation Tour, the hostel features elegant staircases, high ceilings and a café in the old ballroom. Wellington Railway Station is only 200 metres from Wellington Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers. It is an 8-minute walk to TSB Arena and a 12-minute walk to Westpac Stadium. Private and shared rooms are available. All rooms include heating and bed linen is provided. Each private room has a work desk and cable TV. Secure lockers are provided for all guests.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Situated in the best rated area in Wellington, this property has an excellent location score of 9.0

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Double Room with Shared Bathroom
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  • 1 double bed
US$126 for 3 nights
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Double Room with Private Bathroom
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  • 1 double bed
US$145 for 3 nights
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Double or Twin Room
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  • 1 single bed and
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US$166 for 3 nights
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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • 1 bunk bed
US$32 for 3 nights
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Single Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • 1 bunk bed
US$33 for 3 nights
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Single Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
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  • 1 bunk bed
US$35 for 3 nights
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Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
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  • 1 bunk bed
US$39 for 3 nights
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Single Bed in Premium Mixed 8-bed Dormitory
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  • 1 bunk bed
US$78 for 3 nights
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Standard Single Room with Shared Bathroom
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US$105 for 3 nights
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1 double bed
344 feet² Free WiFi
Shower Toilet Towels Linen Socket near the bed Shared bathroom Heating Carpeted Alarm clock Upper floors accessible by elevator
Max persons: 2
US$35 per night
Price US$105
Excluded: NZD 27.58 Tax per stay
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  • 1 double bed
344 feet²
Free WiFi

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Shared bathroom
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Alarm clock
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Max persons: 2
US$42 per night
Original price
US$148.62
Late Escape Deal
- US$22.29
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$126.33

US$42 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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  • 1 double bed
344 feet²
Private bathroom
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$48 per night
Original price
US$170.53
Late Escape Deal
- US$25.58
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$144.95

US$48 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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  • 1 single bed and
  • 1 double bed
388 feet²
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max persons: 3
US$55 per night
Original price
US$195.56
Late Escape Deal
- US$29.33
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$166.22

US$55 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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  • We have 3 left
  • 1 bunk bed
344 feet²
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$11 per night
Original price
US$37.55
Late Escape Deal
- US$5.63
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$31.91

US$11 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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  • We have 5 left
  • 1 bunk bed
344 feet²
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$11 per night
Original price
US$39.11
Late Escape Deal
- US$5.87
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$33.25

US$11 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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  • 1 bunk bed
269 feet²
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$12 per night
Original price
US$40.68
Late Escape Deal
- US$6.10
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$34.58

US$12 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 15 % VAT
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  • discount may be available
  • We have 4 left
  • 1 bunk bed
366 feet²
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$13 per night
Original price
US$45.37
Late Escape Deal
- US$6.80
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$38.57

US$13 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
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Late Escape Deal
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  • discount may be available
  • We have 6 left
  • 1 bunk bed
344 feet²
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$26 per night
Original price
US$91.26
Late Escape Deal
- US$13.69
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$77.57

US$26 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
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Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Partially refundable
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  • 1 single bed
269 feet²
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$35 per night
Original price
US$123.59
Late Escape Deal
- US$18.54
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$105.05

US$35 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
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Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
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Excluded: 15 % VAT
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  • discount may be available
  • We have 7 left
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House rules

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 00:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Kindly contact Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers directly if any member of your party is under 18, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that this property requires a refundable NZD 20 key deposit upon check in.This amount will be refunded after the key is returned.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.