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Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

2.0 star property
Art Deco hostel with restaurant, near Interislander Ferry Terminal

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Twin, Double & Single Ensuite | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Breakfast area
Terrace/patio
Interior
In the heart of Pipitea, Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers offers a vibrant retreat. Enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast, unwind with a drink at the bar or indulge in local flavors at the restaurant. With free in-room WiFi and helpful staff always ready to assist you.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Lockers available
The current price is $37
$43 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26

Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Twin, Double & Single Ensuite | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin, Double & Single Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Cable channels
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom (8 Beds)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Towels

Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom (6 Beds)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4 Beds)

Highlights

Heating
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (6 Bed, Female Only)

Highlights

Heating
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bunk Style Twin (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Heating
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Cable channels
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room with Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4-Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Twin Double&Single Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room With Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6-Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ensuite Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 8-Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 8 Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1 Bunny Street Wellington Cbd, Wellington, 6011

What's nearby

  • Wellington Central Business District - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • TSB Bank Arena - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sky Stadium - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Te Papa - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 19 min drive
  • Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 42 min drive
  • Wellington Station - 1 min walk
  • Wellington Kaiwharawhara Station - 3 min drive
  • Wellington Ngauranga Station - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mojo Featherston - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pita Pit Featherston - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Trax Bar & Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Thistle Inn Tavern - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

At Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Te Papa and Interislander Ferry Terminal. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Italian

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 108 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
    • COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Lockers available
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 394
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: NZD 20.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 10 (subject to availability)

Policies

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Downtown Backpackers
Downtown Backpackers Hostel
Downtown Backpackers Hostel Wellington
Downtown Backpackers Wellington
Hotel Waterloo Backpackers
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers Wellington
Hotel Waterloo Backpackers (formerly Downtown Backpackers)
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of NZD 10 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as kayaking.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers like?

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers is in Pipitea, a short 1-minute walk from Wellington Station and 16 minutes' walk from Te Papa. Travelers give top marks for the hostel's prime location.

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Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Location
Train station
Bathroom
Lobby
Building
Value
Refrigerator
Bed

Reviews

10/10

Nice room, clean, everything I needed was there :)
1-night trip

8/10

Location amd friendly staff
1-night trip

8/10

It was a good price and was clean and comfortable....nothing flash but close to everything. A good choice
3-night trip

8/10

Staff very helpful, nothing was a problem. I will certainly stay again. I had single room with ensuite, very satisfactory for the price!
3-night trip

10/10

Nice plave
1-night trip

8/10

Good location .
3-night trip

10/10

Very good value.
2-night trip

8/10

It was a good stay. I noticed there was a lot of paint peeling from the walls but the room was great. You got your own toilet & shower, microwave & TV with also coffee & tea selections!
3-night trip

10/10

Very convenient very suitable for my visit
1-night trip

6/10

Very good location for bus and ferry, restaurants and sights. A bit run down but ok.
2-night trip

8/10

Very nice hotel quality double room, with all the amenities including microwave and coffee. In a beautiful art deco building. But note most guests are staying in their dorm rooms. So the common areas including kitchen and lounge are at backpacker level rather than hotel level. Pleasant staff helpful no issues.
3-night trip

10/10

Lovely place with friendly staff and clean private rooms.
3-night trip

8/10

great value for money
1-night trip

8/10

Great location Great price Would stay again
5-night trip

8/10

Good for the price, clean bed, basic, location suited me near railway station. Bathroom tiles need re-grout but I loved the good old NZ made, hand basin, taps and toilet. With a bit of a tart-up it could be an upmarket retro hotel.
1-night trip

6/10

The bed was not confortable and the room was dirty
2-night trip

8/10

Hotel is in a great spot You can walk everywhere
2-night trip

6/10

Nice
1-night trip

8/10

Close to the Wellington Station for bus and train, close to the waterfront. It was an easy walk to the waterfront and the city and attractions, and there were plenty of eating/food choices nearby. It had all the facilities we needed for an overnight stay.
1-night trip

8/10

Location cannot be beat...nextto train station and ferry to South Island. But proximity is noisy, and building/rooms are old. Excellent coffee place around corner.
3-night trip

8/10

This is an old hotel in a location that is fantastically central to train and ferry. Despite the building being very tired, the bed was comfortable, sheets and towels, cup and kettle fresh and tidy. The receptionist was personable and pleasant. The luggage lockers are a real bonus.
1-night trip

10/10

Great service
1-night trip

10/10

Nice and warm
2-night trip

10/10

clean, tidy, well located, accommodating staff
1-night trip

6/10

This place just had a creepy vibe to it. Did its job as a room but wouldn’t want to stay much longer than we did.
2-night trip