Uptown Backpackers

1.0 star property
City-center hostel within easy reach of University of Otago

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Fridge, microwave
Premium Shared Dormitory | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Reception
Living area
Dunedin City Centre's vibrant energy is palpable at Uptown Backpackers, where you can connect with free in-room WiFi. Relax in the lobby near the TV or tackle your laundry list with on-site facilities.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Communal living room
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area
  • Lockers available
The current price is $57
$66 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Basic Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

Deluxe Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Premium Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Family Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Single Room

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
243 Moray Pl, Dunedin, Otago, 9016

What's nearby

  • Dunedin Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Octagon - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Otago - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Speight's Brewery - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Craic Irish Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Albar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Paasha Turkish Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Uptown Backpackers

Uptown Backpackers offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from University of Otago.

Languages

English

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 7 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
LOB_HOTELS

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • 15 stairs to reach property
  • High pile carpet in room

ROOM

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower only

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))

More

  • Daily housekeeping

MONETIZATION_ON

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Uptown Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Uptown 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 Uptown Backpackers?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Uptown Backpackers?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Uptown Backpackers.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Uptown Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Uptown Backpackers?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino (8-min walk) is nearby.

What's the area around Uptown Backpackers like?

Uptown Backpackers is in Dunedin City Centre, a short 5-minute walk from University of Otago and 2 minutes' walk from Dunedin Town Hall.

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Uptown Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Room
Service staff
Location

Reviews

10/10

Great hostel. Really well appointed with modern facilities. Particularly appreciated the hand towels in the bathrooms and large towels provided.
2-night trip

8/10

It could use a refresh, but is in an excellent location. Staff were friendly and helpful. Was kept tidy and clean.
3-night trip

10/10

Awesome stay

10/10

Warm atmosphere and friendly staff, good facilities, Netflix and sky, good showers and central to everything
1-night trip

10/10

Good location! We could go anywhere we like.
3-night trip

10/10

Great place to stay. Was warm and comfy. Showers were hot. Staff very helpful. Would recommend.
1-night trip

8/10

The only difficulty was parking and the scaffolding leading to the front door otherwise good accomm and friendly service.
1-night trip

8/10

Good
1-night trip

10/10

Friendly helpful staff, beds were comfy and warm. Heater in room. Showers were hot.
1-night trip

10/10

Great
1-night trip

4/10

Far too noisy, people allowed in the kitchen until 10.30pm, plus loud people in the common area until all hours. My room was partly pretected by a solid door, but there was no management presence, or supervision in the evening. On Top Backpackers have signs, outlining after 9pm is a quiet time. Nothing like that here.
1-night trip

2/10

The amount of noise coming from inside this hoste was shocking, with voices from the managers own bedroom, which was right the through the night until after 4, wit constant coughing fits coming from the same room. Not sure what they were smoking? The rest of stay was ok, clean enough and great location.
3-night trip

4/10

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.
6-night trip

8/10

2-night trip

8/10

1-night trip

6/10

3-night trip

10/10

My sister and I enjoyed our comfortable bed and just been in the heart of town easy to walk around. Bathroom and toilets. Very clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful. May God bless you all
2-night trip

10/10

Hostel très pratique Proche de tout Personnel sympathique
2-night trip

8/10

1-night trip

8/10

4-night trip

10/10

Nice hostel with great atmosphere. The bed was very comfortable, nice staff. Only minus, not many showers or toilets.
3-night trip

8/10

1-night trip

6/10

2-night trip

10/10

2-night trip

8/10

5-night trip