Dunedin Hostels

"The ONLY place to stay in Dunedin-unless wheelchair bound! - I and my family stayed here one night during our seven-week odyssey Down Under late Spring and Summer 2006. We arrived late and walked up a steep hill to locate the hostel. It was wonderful to stay in such a snug, layered building, and the reception was most welcoming. My immediate impression was the walk was a bit hard on my knees, but the bed, showers, accommodations were superb and more than made up for any difficulty getting to it. I could not see any possible way that a...  more »

"I love this place. I lived at Manor House for about two months. It was cozy and friendly, and a great place to chill out and make friends." … "For being so close to the city this hostel was very quiet and chilled out. The back garden and converted garage are cool to chill out in. Birds love the trees." … "The cat was the only nice thing about this place. I was cold and the staff were so full of themselves. It was annoying." … "A bit rundown - The hostel seemed quite old and a long way out of town and all the sights. The room...  more »

"This was the best hostel I have stayed at in years. It had brilliant views, helpful staff, and was always tidy and clean." … "Homely, clean, welcoming and an amazing DVD collection! I would definitely recommend this hostel." … "Best place i have ever stayed - This hostel is the greatest hostel i have ever stayed at and this is my second round the world trip! It's clean, tidy, and it has loads of facilities including filter coffee! the staff are super friendly and made me feel totally welcome. i will definitely be back!" …...  more »

"Really great place to stay - Really loved staying here. Its a nice, relaxed, spacious big old refurbished building with loads of character. At 20 a night its the best value to be found in Dunedin. Close and accessible to town centre (5minute walk) and with excellent facilities. Good showers, roomy and cosy lounge and kitchen. But the best thing here was the people I met, made some cool friends here in this wicked hostel." … "A little disappointed. - We found Penny's quite untidy ("dead" washing machines in laundry) and a bit grotty....  more »

"FREE UNLIMITED INTERNET EXCELLENT LOCATION Right in the CITY CENTRE (Not up the hills!), Central is minutes walk from most of the attractions, pubs and restaurants in Dunedin! FREE WIFI internet for guests, Playstation3, BluRay, DVD. Recently renovated with great beds and excellent showers, the friendly local staff are happy to help you with info on the city and its things to see and do. All linen included, complementary tea and coffee, wifi available. Relax with a DVD or game in our lounge or step outside to explore Dunedin's busy...  more »

"This hostel is the best i've stayed in NZ. It's absolutely clean, the kitchen is big, clean -- perfect. It's not noisy and the double room is really nice. The shared bathroom is clean and big. The hostel is also really safe and well located. They have only one problem. If you are driving, they don't have park, and if you want to park in the public park beside the hostel, you must pay for that. This problem, anyways, is almost nothing close to the high quality of this hostel." … "Could be so much better! - We would love to rate this...  more »

"Our stay in December 2004 was so lovely that we went back to Dunedin to stay here again. The rooms were spacious and clean, and the staff were simply lovely. I would definitely recommend this Kiwi's Nest." … "We stayed in Kiwi's Nest for a night last weekend (Feb. 2005). It was beautiful, clean and peaceful. The rooms were spacious and well kept. This place would be a heaven for those who want to be close to the city, yet want to enjoy some quiet nights. Thank you very much for the excellent accommodation, staff...and keep it up."...  more »

"Fantastic!!!" … "We stayed in a double room, the room was very spacious and had a high ceiling, it was also very clean. The owners of the place are very friendly and the fact that they do your laundry and fold it for you for only $5 is just awesome, saves a lot of time! We were also provided with free towels in our room, nice to keep one's towels clean. The kitchen is quite big and has everything you might need and the dining room is just off a long table, very easy to strike up a conversation with other housemates that way. The free...  more »

"This backpackers lodge is really cozy, and a great place to stay. The rooms are clean and warm, and the atmosphere at this place is incredibly friendly and laid-back. If I ever go back to Dunedin, I would definitely consider returning to this place." … "This hostel could be absolutely fantastic; it has a really big but cosy communal area. But I found something about it meant it wasn't very social. Not sure what but everyone always seemed to just be reading quietly instead of chatting." … "The Adventurer Backpacker is located in an...  more »

"Great, clean, nice, cheap. What else do you need?" … "The best backpackers that I visited in New Zealand — it just felt like home!!" … "Really nice peaceful hostel with comfortable rooms. Great location too. My only quibble -- there could be more toilets! But besides that it was a really good place to stay." … "Great hostel, shame about the change of owner. if you're looking for a nice bed and comfy surroundings it's fine. but if you're looking for kiwi hospitality go elsewhere. I have been coming to NZ for four years on and...  more »

"I've stayed here a few times and it's always great, clean, and friendly." … "not great, weird owner (basil faulty), terrible kitchen, travelers being worked for no wages, imagine the standards, needs a paint job, deserted." … "… bars and entertainment 24 hour entry Fully equipped kitchen Laundry Room Available Internet Public phone Heating in all rooms Travel Centre - tour and accomodation booking Gas Hotwater TWO lounges + Balcany outside sitting area Library and Book Exchange Woodburner keeps the place cozy on Dunedin's...  more »

"Queen's Gardens Backpackers (formerly Penguin Palace) is a convenient place to stay in the centre of Dunedin, as it is just five minutes' walk from the Octagon (no steep hills to climb) and is handy to Intercity and local buses. It also has twenty-four-hour check-in -- although if you are arriving late at night or in the "wee small hours" you will need to go to the Leviathan Hotel two minutes' walk away to pay your money and pick up your keys. The rooms, ranging from double to dorm, come not only with bedding but also a TV. The hostel...  more »

774 Portabello Road … Dunedin, New Zealand  more »

"Small numbers in warm spacious rooms of this grand historic home, superior beds and facilitiues, central location. Ideal Dunedin base or place to chill out. Chloe the friendly Labrador dog makes you feel at home while knowledgeable friendly hosts ensure a quality visit with best use of your resources. BBQ in our sunny courtyard garden. 10 minute walk to city attractions. Free parking. Tour bookings." … 60 Stafford Street … Dunedin, New Zealand  more »

"Discover Dunedin's top rated hostel; history & charm opposite St Josephs Cathedral, 500m to the city centre & 45 min to Peninsula & wildlife. Relax on a bush surrounded sun deck, play a tune on the piano or WiFi the day away. Then cook up a storm in new kitchens, marvel at stylish bathrooms or enjoy views from spacious bedrooms. Common complaint: beds too comfy (no bunks). Park on Bishops Road for free. Kiwi/Swiss hosts Gilbert, Maja & dogs welcome you!" … "… famous Speight's Brewery. From there, it is about a 5 minute walk into...  more »