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Hostel Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers (formerly Downtown Backpackers)

1 Bunny Street, Wellington, 6011 (show map)

6.9

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Hostel Overview

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.

Formerly Downtown Backpackers

Before June 2019 Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers was known as Downtown Backpackers

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Single Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

This mixed dormitory room has access to shared bathroom facilities. Please note that the price is based on 1 guest. Maximum occupancy is 4 (see Hotel Policies). Children under the age of 18 can not be accommodated in this room.

Single Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

This mixed dormitory room includes a work desk and its own bathroom. Please note that the price is based on 1 guests. Maximum occupancy is 6 (see Hotel Policies). Children under the age of 18 cannot be accommodated in this room.

Single Room with Shared Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

This room features satellite TV and access to shared bathroom facilities. This room has no capacity for additional guests.

Double Room with Private Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

This room features cable TV, tea/coffee making facilities and a private bathroom with a shower. There is no capacity for additional guests.

Basic Twin Room - enter dates to see room photos

This private room features a set of bunk beds and access to shared bathroom facilities. This room has no capacity for additional guests.

Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

This dormitory offers 3 bunk beds.

Double or Twin Room - enter dates to see room photos

This twin/double room features tea and coffee making facilities, an en suite bathroom and a satellite TV. Linen and towels are provided.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

The spacious double room provides a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by lift. The unit offers 1 bed.

Single Room with Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

The single room features an electric kettle and a carpeted floor, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by lift. The unit has 1 bed.

Standard Single Room with Shared Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

This renovated room features satellite TV and access to shared bathroom facilities. This room has no capacity for additional guests.

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Rooms are 32 square metres.

Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Rooms are 20 square metres.

Twin Room with Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

This twin room features a private bathroom and a carpeted floor. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by lift. The unit offers 2 beds.

Standard Single Room with Shared Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

The single room provides a carpeted floor, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Single Bed in Premium Mixed 8-bed Dormitory - enter dates to see room photos

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Facilities of Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

General
WiFi everywhere

Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi

Food & Drink
Vending machine (drinks), Vending machine (snacks)

Front-desk/reception area services
24-hour front desk, Lockers, Luggage storage, Safety deposit box

Common areas
Shared kitchen, Shared lounge/TV area

Cleaning services
Daily maid service, Laundry

Business facilities
Fax/photocopying

Miscellaneous
Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Heating, Lift, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout

Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Alarm clock, Bathroom, Carpeted, Desk, Electric kettle, Flat-screen TV, Heating, Linen, Radio, Satellite Channels, Shared Bathroom, Shower, Toilet, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Upper floors accessible by lift, Wardrobe/Closet

Last updated: 26 Jun 2025 - Update now

Hotel Policies

Check-In
From 15:00:00 hours

Check-Out
Untill 10:00:00 hours

Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.

Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

The fine print
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.Please inform 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 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. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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6.9

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4444 verified reviews

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Sonia

“Good value for money in prime location”

6.0

20 Jun 2025

Good location close to bus station and Government buildings. Kitchen and cooking facilities

ALOK

“Very good”

8.0

17 Jun 2025

Good location, Nice staff cooperative clean hostel

Zoe

“Budget stay, perfect location for the station!”

7.0

15 Jun 2025

Perfect location if you want to be near the train station. It was very easy to catch the airport bus, a short walk away from the hostel.

Rachel

“Good”

7.0

12 Jun 2025

The whole place was so warm. Our ensuite room was cute

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Hostel Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers (formerly Downtown Backpackers)

1 Bunny Street, Wellington, 6011 (show map)

Hostel Overview

Formerly Downtown Backpackers

Lock in a great price now and relax with our Price Guardian working for you

Rooms List

Single Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

Single Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Single Room with Shared Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

Double Room with Private Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

Basic Twin Room - enter dates to see room photos

Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Double or Twin Room - enter dates to see room photos

Double Room with Shared Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

Single Room with Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

Standard Single Room with Shared Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Twin Room with Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

Standard Single Room with Shared Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Single Bed in Premium Mixed 8-bed Dormitory - enter dates to see room photos

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“Good value for money in prime location”

“Very good”

“Budget stay, perfect location for the station!”

“Good”

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