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Uptown Backpackers

1.0 star property
Hostel in Dunedin, walk to University of Otago

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Fridge, microwave
Exterior
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining room
Bathroom
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
The price is S$94
Price available on 22/05/2024

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Map
243 Moray Pl, Dunedin, Otago, 9016
  • Popular LocationThe Octagon2 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Otago5 min walk
  • Popular LocationGrand Casino8 min walk
  • AirportDunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)24 min drive
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Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Dunedin

Uptown Backpackers is located in Dunedin City Centre, a neighbourhood in Dunedin. Speight's Brewery and Bush Creek Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Seriously Twisted and New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame. Dunedin Railways and Dunedin Chinese Garden are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • The Octagon - 2 min walk
  • University of Otago - 5 min walk
  • Grand Casino - 8 min walk
  • Speight's Brewery - 9 min walk
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 18 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 2 min walk
  • McDonald's - 2 min walk
  • Craft Beer & Kitchen - 2 min walk
  • Albar - 3 min walk
  • Harbour Fish - 3 min walk

About this property

Uptown Backpackers

Hostel located in Dunedin City Centre
Close to University of Otago, Uptown Backpackers provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • A TV in reception, smoke-free property and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Uptown Backpackers offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No lift

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Uptown Backpackers Dunedin
Uptown Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Uptown Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Dunedin

Frequently asked questions

Is Uptown Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Uptown Backpackers?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Uptown Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Uptown Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Uptown Backpackers located?

Located in Dunedin City Centre, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Dunedin Town Hall and University of Otago. The Octagon and Seriously Twisted are also within 5 minutes. Dunedin Railway Station is 18 minutes by foot.

Uptown Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 15 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value for money
Friendly helpful staff, beds were comfy and warm. Heater in room. Showers were hot.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Was warm and comfy. Showers were hot. Staff very helpful. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Dingy, no windows in communical area. This isn't a problem tho. Stay here if you like cold showers and shady room mates. Good free section thought.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Takashi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location! We could go anywhere we like.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023