UpTown Backpackers | Hostel in Dunedin

8.0 (803 Reviews) |   31 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  23 Guests
Dunedin City Centre Hostel | UpTown Backpackers

31 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. 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 31 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Entertainment, Internet, Air Conditioner, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 803 reviews with the average score of 8 . 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
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Convenience store on site
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Family rooms
  • Air conditioning
Guest Services
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Lockers
  • Laundry
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
Security/Safety
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • 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
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Physical distancing rules followed

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
Daniel
Dec 22, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
New Zealand
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Cheap
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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

Bathroom

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

General

Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Reading light, Trash cans

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

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Toilet

General

Smoke Alarm, Key access, Reading light, Trash cans

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

Internet

Internet facilities

Bathroom

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

General

Trash cans, Iron, Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Lockers, Reading light

Kitchen

Microwave, Refrigerator

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

Bathroom

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

General

Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Reading light, Trash cans

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

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

General

Lockers, Smoke Alarm, Reading light, Trash cans

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Standard Quadruple Room
Room Type: Quad
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Bunk bed Bed
Standard Quadruple Room

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Toilet
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Internet

Internet facilities

Media & Technology

TV

General

Iron, Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Towels, Shared bathroom
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