UpTown Backpackers | Hostel in Dunedin

7.9 (759 Reviews) |   34 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  23 Guests
Dunedin City Centre Hostel | UpTown Backpackers

34 Bedroom Hostel in Dunedin City Centre, Dunedin

In a prime location in the Dunedin City Center district of Dunedin, UpTown Backpackers is located a 7-minute walk from Toitu Otago Settlers Museum, 0.7 miles from Otago Museum and 1.2 miles from Forsyth Barr Stadium. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 300 yards from the city center and a 7-minute walk from Taieri Gorge Railway. At the hostel, all rooms are equipped with a shared bathroom with a shower. Popular points of interest near UpTown Backpackers include The Octagon, Dunedin Railway Station and Dunedin City Library. Dunedin Airport is 17 miles away.

UpTown Backpackers is located in Dunedin.

This 34 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: TV, Sports/Activities, Guest Services, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 759 reviews with the average score of 7.9 . Coming to Dunedin and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
TV
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Family rooms
  • Convenience store on site
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Heating
Guest Services
  • Baggage storage
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Laundry
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Lockers
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
Security/Safety
  • 24-hour security
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • First aid kits available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Contactless check-in/out

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.68
Location:
9.45
Staff:
8.89
Facilities:
7.92
Comfort:
8.16
Cleanliness:
8.23
Patangata
Sep 30, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
New Zealand
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: The pod set up
Negative: The weather
Summary: Thank you
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Dorm Room
Room Size: 20 m2
4 Bunk bed Bed
4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shared bathroom, Toilet, Toilet paper

Bedroom

Linens

General

Trash cans, Privacy curtain, Reading light, Lockers, Smoke Alarm

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Family Room
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 20 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Family Room

Bathroom

Toilet, Shared bathroom, Shower, Toilet paper

Bedroom

Linens

General

Trash cans, Privacy curtain, Reading light, Key access, Smoke Alarm

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet, Shared bathroom, Shower, Toilet paper

Bedroom

Linens

General

Trash cans, Privacy curtain, Reading light, Key access, Smoke Alarm

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shared bathroom, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper

Bedroom

Linens

General

Trash cans, Privacy curtain, Reading light, Lockers, Smoke Alarm

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
10-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Dorm Room
Room Size: 40 m2
10 Bunk bed Bed
10-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shared bathroom, Hairdryer, Toilet, Toilet paper

Bedroom

Linens

General

Trash cans, Privacy curtain, Reading light, Lockers, Smoke Alarm

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shared bathroom, Toilet, Toilet paper

Bedroom

Linens

General

Trash cans, Privacy curtain, Reading light, Lockers, Smoke Alarm

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 50 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shared bathroom, Toilet, Toilet paper

Bedroom

Linens

General

Trash cans, Privacy curtain, Reading light, Lockers, Smoke Alarm

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
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