Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

Property class: 2
Art Deco hostel with restaurant, near Interislander Ferry Terminal

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Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers puts you just a 5-minute drive from 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.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

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 $35
$40 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a dresser, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Double Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a television, a wooden dresser, and a painting on the wall.

Double Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a door.

Single (Shared Bathroom)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A dormitory room with two bunk beds, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4 Beds)

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A dormitory room with two bunk beds, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom (6 Beds)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom (8 Beds)

A bunk bed room with a chair and a mirror.

Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom (8 Beds)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (6 Bed, Female Only)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a bench, and a window with curtains.

Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (6 Bed, Female Only)

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Twin, Double & Single Ensuite

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a coffee machine, and a painting on the wall.

Twin, Double & Single Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Double Shared Bathroom

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a wooden dresser, and a painting on the wall.

Double Shared Bathroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a door.

Single Room, Ensuite

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a bench, and a window with curtains.

Premium Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Double Room with Private Bathroom

A bed with a blue pillow and a bedside lamp.

Double Room with Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Single (Shared Bathroom)

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a dresser, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Single (Shared Bathroom)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Basic Single Room, Shared Bathroom

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a door.

Basic Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a coffee machine, and a painting on the wall.

Twin Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory

A bunk bed room with a wooden door, a small table, and a chair.

Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
  • Lambton Quay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Beehive - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • New Zealand Parliament Buildings - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hnry Stadium - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mojo Featherston - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Thistle Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Flamingo Joe's Bar & Eatery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Old Bailey - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

  • Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers puts you just a 5-minute drive from 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.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 108 rooms

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

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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No onsite parking

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)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
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.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

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 2 minutes' walk from Wellington Central Business District. Travelers give top marks for the hostel's prime location.

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Reviews

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.0

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Train station
Bathroom
Lobby
Value
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Refrigerator
Shower

Reviews

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8/10 Very good

Excellent location, will stay again if in Wellington
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place and welcoming staff! Thanks so much - can’t wait to see the upgrades.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff , great room
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Good basic place to stay. Handy to train and ferry terminals plus airport bus.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Clean room, friendly staff and kitchen and common area.
Verified review

6/10 Good

The single room with ensuite I booked was clean and perfectly adequate for a short overnight stay. The building is very old so there is no soundproofing from the windows and the hotel can be quite noisy at times during the night. Overall, good value for money considering it's central location
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8/10 Very good

Friendly and helpful staff; good common room/ lounge; other amenities suitable.
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8/10 Very good

Great location. Exactly what I needed for one night
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff are very friendly and area is good.
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10/10 Exceptional

I had a late check-in after coming in on the 1am ferry and the staff were so friendly and nice! would recommend 100%
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very accommodating and it suited us being close to railway station. Room was clean and confirtable
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Convenient, central location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfortable and close to train and ferry. The Gastro Pub attached/in the Hostel serves very good food in good portions. Enjoyable again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was perfect, quiet, clean, simple. Great value for money. Will book again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Close to all shopping needs
Verified review

8/10 Very good

The lady staff is really helpful and kind. Kitchen is clean and tidy compared to the age of building.
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10/10 Exceptional

I have stayed 3 times. I enjoyed the whole stay. Loved the views from recent stays. Look forward to staying again
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8/10 Very good

Staff were lovely. Accommodation was average but i was solo travelling so for price i couldnt complain.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place with friendly staff and clean private rooms.
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8/10 Very good

Cleaners were friendly and helpful.
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6/10 Good

Needed a cheap place to sleep for a night sleep. Bed was comfortable and room was clean but pipes were loud and could hear noise from other rooms most of the night. Good for price though.
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8/10 Very good

Location amd friendly staff
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8/10 Very good

Very reasonable rates. Rooms were great and such an excellent location.
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10/10 Exceptional

We really enjoyed our stay at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers. The place felt welcoming from the start. Solid facilities, and genuinely warm, attentive staff all contributed to a relaxed and pleasant experience.
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8/10 Very good

Great staff and good value for money.