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Some of the best backpacker spots in Wellington

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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 accommodations and features a rooftop terrace.

D
Duncan
From
Canada
Amazing facilities like the common rooms and kitchen. Lots of events like a city tour or pancake breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,777 reviews
Price from
$76.28
1 night, 2 adults

Haka House Wellington

Wellington CBD, Wellington

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

A
Ashleigh
From
New Zealand
Great location, close to everything in town (supermarket and bus stops). Beds were really comfortable. Booked a 4 bed with ensuite and ended up having the whole room to myself which was great. Beds had curtains and power points by the bed and in the lockers.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,628 reviews
Price from
$52.78
1 night, 2 adults

Worldwide Backpackers

Wellington

Located in Wellington and with Freyberg Beach reachable within 1.4 miles, Worldwide Backpackers has express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews
Price from
$44.35
1 night, 2 adults

House of Pirie

Wellington

Located in Wellington and with Freyberg Beach reachable within a 15-minute walk, House of Pirie has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

T
Tono
From
Spain
Garden, living room, vibe
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
$47.90
1 night, 2 adults

House of Pirie

Wellington

Located in Wellington, House of Pirie features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

J
Jesup
From
United States
Very neat and nice and clear instructions written where needed. Convenient location. Shaun was very accommodating with my last minute request.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews
Price from
$47.90
1 night, 2 adults

Trek Global Backpackers

Central Business District - 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
Ashikur
From
Bangladesh
Location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,372 reviews
Price from
$46.83
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

Wellington

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers offers budget accommodations in the center of Wellington. It features a 24-hour guest kitchen, self-service laundry facilities and a games room with pool tables.

A
Abad
From
New Zealand
The location. It's nearby train and bus station and nearby shopping district
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,311 reviews
Price from
$56.30
1 night, 2 adults

The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers

Wellington CBD, Wellington

The 19th-century The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers offers accommodations in the heart of Wellington’s city center, just 3 minutes’ walk from the Courtenay Place entertainment district.

B
Batu Demir
From
United States
I liked that I had my own room. Staff was very helpful for the questions I asked. I loved having a sink in my room, yes I had to go to a shared bathroom for taking a shower and using the toilet but I could at least brush my teeth in my room and drink water
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,966 reviews
Price from
$61.83
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 accommodations. It is a 5-minute walk from Wellington's stunning waterfront.

A
Andrew
From
United Kingdom
Good location from port and wharf. Clean room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,660 reviews
Price from
$58.15
1 night, 2 adults

140 Ghuznee Hostel

Wellington

Located in Wellington and within 1.3 miles of Freyberg Beach, 140 Ghuznee Hostel has a terrace, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

J
John
From
United Kingdom
Location excellent, value accommodation
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 201 reviews
Price from
$50.86
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Avg. price/night: $76.28
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,777 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $76.28
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,777 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $76.28
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,777 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: $52.04
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,372 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $52.04
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,372 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
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $52.04
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,372 reviews
    Great location, confortable, nice hostel for meeting people, staff was very friendly, specially Kate
    Guest review by
    Agustin
    Solo traveler

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