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Uptown Backpackers

1.0 star property
Hostel located steps from The Octagon

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Fridge, microwave
Living area
Dining room
Living area
Premium Shared Dormitory
Dunedin City Centre's vibrant energy is palpable at Uptown Backpackers, where you can connect with free in-room WiFi. Relax in the lobby near the TV or tackle your laundry list with on-site facilities.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Communal living room
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area
  • Lockers available
The current price is CA $86
CA $99 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 26 - Feb 27

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

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Basic Double or Twin Room

Basic Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

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Deluxe Shared Dormitory

Deluxe Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Premium Shared Dormitory

Premium Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Family Double or Twin Room

Family Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster

On Top Apartments & Hostel Backpackers

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (204)
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About the area

Map
243 Moray Pl, Dunedin, Otago, 9016

What's nearby

  • Dunedin Town Hall - 2 min walk
  • The Octagon - 2 min walk
  • University of Otago - 5 min walk
  • Speight's Brewery - 9 min walk
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 25 min drive
  • Dunedin Railway Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Craic Irish Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Albar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Paasha Turkish Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Uptown Backpackers

When you stay at Uptown Backpackers, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from The Octagon and University of Otago.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 7 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
DONE

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • High pile carpet in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Uptown Backpackers Dunedin
Uptown Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Uptown Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Dunedin

Frequently asked questions

Does Uptown Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Uptown Backpackers does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Uptown Backpackers?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Uptown Backpackers?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Uptown Backpackers.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Uptown Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Uptown Backpackers?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino (8-min walk) is nearby.

What's the area around Uptown Backpackers like?

Uptown Backpackers is a short 2-minute walk from The Octagon and 5 minutes' walk from University of Otago.

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Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Well appointed and centrally located
Great hostel. Really well appointed with modern facilities. Particularly appreciated the hand towels in the bathrooms and large towels provided.
Will, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good night sleep
Nice hostel with great atmosphere. The bed was very comfortable, nice staff. Only minus, not many showers or toilets.
Sisko, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Good
Oloa, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Sarah Carol, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Rengaprabhu, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Alec, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The only difficulty was parking and the scaffolding leading to the front door otherwise good accomm and friendly service.
Emily, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Tahlia, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

2/10 Poor

Noisy, no sleep here
The amount of noise coming from inside this hoste was shocking, with voices from the managers own bedroom, which was right the through the night until after 4, wit constant coughing fits coming from the same room. Not sure what they were smoking? The rest of stay was ok, clean enough and great location.
Alex, 3-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Warm atmosphere and friendly staff, good facilities, Netflix and sky, good showers and central to everything
Jeremy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great value for money
Friendly helpful staff, beds were comfy and warm. Heater in room. Showers were hot.
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome stay
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great
John, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. Was warm and comfy. Showers were hot. Staff very helpful. Would recommend.
John, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

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Dingy, no windows in communical area. This isn't a problem tho. Stay here if you like cold showers and shady room mates. Good free section thought.
6-night trip
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4/10 Fair

1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

hin on, 5-night trip
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6/10 Good

4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location! We could go anywhere we like.
Takashi, 3-night family trip
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