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Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

2.0 star property
Art Deco Wellington hostel in Pipitea with a 24-hour front desk

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Twin, Double & Single Ensuite
Terrace/patio
Interior
Exterior
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The price is €56
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb

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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

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

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Twin, Double & Single Ensuite

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 Single Bed

Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom (8 Beds)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom (6 Beds)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4 Beds)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (6 Bed, Female Only)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bunk Style Twin (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Twin Double&Single Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room with Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single 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 Single Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ensuite Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 8-Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 8 Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Map
1 Bunny Street Wellington Cbd, Wellington, 6011

What's nearby

  • Wellington Central Business District - 2 min walk
  • Sky Stadium - 12 min walk
  • Te Papa - 16 min walk
  • Cuba Street Mall - 19 min walk
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Wellington Station - 1 min walk
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 19 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

Hostel near Te Papa
Located close to Cuba Street Mall, Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers provides laundry facilities, a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and smoke-free property
  • A vending machine, ATM/banking services and a front desk safe
  • A lift and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 108 rooms include comforts such as free WiFi and safes. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to noon for a fee: NZD 15 to 30 for adults and NZD 10 to 30 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

More

  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 10
Express check-out available

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 older; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: NZD 20.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 15 to 30 for adults and NZD 10 to 30 for children
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 10 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is 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

Is Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers?

As of 31 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers on 11 Feb 2025 start from €56.12, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers?

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for NZD 10 (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers located?

Located in Pipitea, this hostel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Wellington Central Business District, Te Papa and Cuba Street Mall. Interislander Ferry Terminal is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away. Wellington Station is only a 1-minute walk.

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 237 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 415 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 226 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 1002 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Ashlee

Disliked: Amenities
I’m amazed this space hasn’t been cited. The walls had splatters of who knows what, the mattress stained. The room smells of mold and mildew, with visible mold in bathrooms and on plumbing. The windows have cracks and cold air rips in. My heater was broken. All furnishings, carpet, tile, plumbing I think are genuinely from the original build-they’re filthy, in disrepair, and frankly, disgusting. The front desk was perpetually missing both times I visited. No bell to ring, just a “be back in 10-15m” sign. It was great to be directly across from the ferry, but I would never stay again, never recommend it, and it should be reviewed by a health team.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mau

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location amd friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Elin

Nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great for an overnight stay. Price was right and handy for public transport
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jaran

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Doesnt look like the photos at all. Moldy everywhere. Just a bed in a room with a small tv . Windows where moldy, curtains where moldy. Carpets was heavily stained. Smelt bad all over the property. Huuuge disapointment. Wouldnt recommend. I wanted a refund but didint feel comfortable talking to staff about it all as they didint seem like they wanted to even check me in. Lazy. Dont go here.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Mahja

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
You are getting what you pay, the building is an old building. So dont expect a 3 or 4 star hotel. However, the staff are amazing! & very helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Frank

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Lachie

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Devki

Disliked: Staff & service
Budget friendly for a reason
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Clemens

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mervyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient very suitable for my visit
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Elana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property is quirky and interesting although very old and in need of renovation. Bathroom small and cramped but clean. Location close to parliament convenient and also bus to airport. Staff helpful and responsive. Luggage stored ahead of checking in. Dealt promptly with unruly patron.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Danae

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Jesse

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If you don’t care about were you sleep
Bed was not made from the person that stayed before me. The cleaner just made it thinking it was okay. It was very upsetting. The staff man was very nice and helped us and gave us another room. I wouldn’t ever stay there again. I stayed in the double bed ensuite room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service
Being my real only option for a place to stay (two big events happening in town) it served it’s purpose the bad points where the size of the 6 bedroom dormitory and ensuite ( climbing the ladder to the top bunk was dodgy and the plug to block off the tap for the shower meant low water pressure) I wouldn’t stay more than one night in the dormitory but the single room with ensuite probably would have been a better option for me. The location ( public transport, sports stadium and town) and being able to use to lockers before check in was a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Anna

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty room, uncomfy beds
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Handy from blue ridge to bus depot
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Amenities
Nice and warm
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Tasha

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is handy to train and bus stations, easy walk into main streets for shopping. Staff, the few I saw were pleasant and helpful. This was my second visit there, would happily go again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
all ok
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024