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UpTown Backpackers is well situated in Dunedin, and offers a shared lounge and free WiFi.

Everything. I will highly recommend this place. Thanks to Ben and staff you guys are all amazing 🩷🩷🙏🙏🙏
Review score
8.0
Very good
662 reviews
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£42.95
1 night, 2 adults
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With the best location in town, locally owned On Top Backpackers & Apartments has something for every traveller!

There for a show so only needed a bed for a few hours. Bunk style bed dorm. Mixed. Great to have a pool hall for few games before retiring to bed
Review score
7.8
Good
1,414 reviews
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£48.71
1 night, 2 adults
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Set in Dunedin, 1.2 km from Taieri Gorge Railway, Travel Stay City Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

Loved having a kitchenette in my room, with a fridge, microwave and kettle
Review score
9.0
Superb
149 reviews
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Located in Dunedin, 1.2 km from Taieri Gorge Railway, Work Stay at 123 provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

I did not use BF Facilities, preferred to walk into town
Review score
8.8
Fabulous
604 reviews
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Situated in Dunedin and with Taieri Gorge Railway reachable within 1.2 km, Chalet Backpackers features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

The hotel's decorations are beautiful, and the staff are very nice. Room and bed are comfortable, toilet and shower room are clean.
Review score
7.8
Good
752 reviews
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Featuring a garden and a shared lounge, Manor hostel is located in Dunedin, 1.5 km from Taieri Gorge Railway and 1.1 km from Toitu Otago Settlers Museum.

Review score
6.6
Pleasant
80 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • UpTown Backpackers

    Hostel in Dunedin
    Avg. price/night: £47.83
    Review score
    8.0
    Very good · 662 reviews
    Great location, the people you stay with here you can easily make friendships and such a good atmosphere. Bonus Points as they have a Cute Golden Retriever Puppy in residence. I wished I stayed longer as Uptown Backpackers feels like a 2nd Family.
    Guest review by
    Hayden
    Solo traveller

  • UpTown Backpackers

    Hostel in Dunedin
    Avg. price/night: £47.83
    Review score
    8.0
    Very good · 662 reviews
    Great location, lovely staff, clean facilities. Really loved their bunk beds with curtains and shelves, makes your bed more of a private space.
    Guest review by
    Janja
    Solo traveller

  • On Top Backpackers

    Hostel in Dunedin
    Avg. price/night: £43.84
    Review score
    7.8
    Good · 1,414 reviews
    Good central location, was within my accommodation budget, first choice of bunk bed
    Guest review by
    Megan
    Solo traveller

  • Distinction Dunedin Hotel

    Hostel in Dunedin
    Avg. price/night: £136.83
    Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 816 reviews
    Very clean, modern room, fabulous bed, most of the staff were friendly. Great location and even though it's right in the city , they clearly have great sound proofing as I hardly heard any traffic.
    Guest review by
    Yvette
    Solo traveller

  • Leviathan Hotel

    Hostel in Dunedin
    Avg. price/night: £57.12
    Review score
    7.0
    Good · 1,658 reviews
    We were able to book this at a budget price so although decor was a little tired, it was comfortable and clean and provided everything we needed for an overnight stay. Free parking and great location were the bonus.
    Guest review by
    Gwenda
    Young couple

  • Chalet Backpackers

    Hostel in Dunedin
    Avg. price/night: £48.71
    Review score
    7.8
    Good · 752 reviews
    Really good backpackers hostel with all the facilities needed
    Guest review by
    Yanyx
    Solo traveller

  • Leviathan Hotel

    Hostel in Dunedin
    Avg. price/night: £57.12
    Review score
    7.0
    Good · 1,658 reviews
    An amazing historical hotel full of history if you take the time to browse. Beautiful courtyard, old school kiwi bar, chandeliers, clean rooms and friendly staff. Thee best location and very affordable !!! I stayed for 2 nights and loved it. Felt very safe and cozy. Small room with small bathroom with great shower, lots of hot water and great water pressure. 3 beds, like a hostel but better and more affordable. Absolute loved it, walked everywhere.
    Guest review by
    Cholula
    Family with young children

  • UpTown Backpackers

    Hostel in Dunedin
    Avg. price/night: £47.83
    Review score
    8.0
    Very good · 662 reviews
    The staff were super friendly! Check in and out was so quick and easy, the room was comfortable, great location and I loved that the female dorm had a keypad lock instead of a key for that extra sense of security! I would highly recommend this hostel!
    Guest review by
    Alex
    Solo traveller

  • Apartments on Moray

    Hostel in Dunedin
    Review score
    8.1
    Very good · 315 reviews
    Great location across the street from the intercity coach stop and the suburban bus centre. Nice cafe 20 meters away. Very close (walking distance) to inner city. Very quiet at night and felt safe.
    Guest review by
    Thredy
    Solo traveller

  • On Top Backpackers

    Hostel in Dunedin
    Avg. price/night: £43.84
    Review score
    7.8
    Good · 1,414 reviews
    In terms of youth hostels, it was the best accommodation I have had so far in New Zealand. Unpretentious but comfortable, with everything you need, in a great location and with friendly and helpful staff.
    Guest review by
    Roberta
    Solo traveller

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