Top Hostels in Dunedin
Manor On The Park Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Garden area
2nd Floor Yoga is around a 5-minute walk from the hostel, while Knox Church is merely 1.5 km away. This Dunedin hostel is also located a short way from None Gallery.
The Dunedin accommodation invites sports fans to visit Leap Dunedin Sports Complex, which is 16 minutes' walk away.
Manor On The Park Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Garden area
Manor On The Park Backpackers
2nd Floor Yoga is around a 5-minute walk from the hostel, while Knox Church is merely 1.5 km away. This Dunedin hostel is also located a short way from None Gallery.
The Dunedin accommodation invites sports fans to visit Leap Dunedin Sports Complex, which is 16 minutes' walk away.
Work Stay 123 Central City
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sun terrace
Situated 16 minutes' walk from Grand Casino Dunedin, this hostel is nearly a 25-minute walk from such sports venues as Leap Dunedin Sports Complex. Thanks to a convenient location of the Dunedin hostel, guests can quickly reach the merchant house museum "Olveston Historic Home", which is just 650 metres away.
The bronze portrait Robert Burns Statue is among the cultural highlights close to the 14-room Work And Travel Stay Central City hostel, situated approximately 10 minutes' walk away.
Offering a sitting area and a dining area, the rooms come with media amenities like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels to enhance your stay.
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sun terrace
Situated 16 minutes' walk from Grand Casino Dunedin, this hostel is nearly a 25-minute walk from such sports venues as Leap Dunedin Sports Complex. Thanks to a convenient location of the Dunedin hostel, guests can quickly reach the merchant house museum "Olveston Historic Home", which is just 650 metres away.
The bronze portrait Robert Burns Statue is among the cultural highlights close to the 14-room Work And Travel Stay Central City hostel, situated approximately 10 minutes' walk away.
Offering a sitting area and a dining area, the rooms come with media amenities like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels to enhance your stay.
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Guest favorite
Uptown Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Golf course
This hostel is located about 300 metres from the Gothic-style church "St Paul's Anglican Cathedral" and around 2 km from Leap Dunedin Sports Complex. The nearby sports attractions include Forsyth Barr Multi-Purpose Stadium, approximately 25 minutes' walk away.
You can enjoy proximity to the eight-sided Octagon Plaza, which is a mere 200 metres away, or visit the collegiate University of Otago, which is a short way from the 31-room Uptown Backpackers hostel.
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Golf course
This hostel is located about 300 metres from the Gothic-style church "St Paul's Anglican Cathedral" and around 2 km from Leap Dunedin Sports Complex. The nearby sports attractions include Forsyth Barr Multi-Purpose Stadium, approximately 25 minutes' walk away.
You can enjoy proximity to the eight-sided Octagon Plaza, which is a mere 200 metres away, or visit the collegiate University of Otago, which is a short way from the 31-room Uptown Backpackers hostel.
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Popular choice
On Top Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- Security
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
Staying at this hostel in Dunedin, guests will also find entertainment venues in the vicinity, including Grand Casino Dunedin, which is merely 1.1 km away. The Dunedin hostel is not far from the prominent First Church of Otago.
On Top Backpackers hostel is only 250 metres from Hydroslide and just 8 minutes on foot from the eight-sided Octagon Plaza.
On Top Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- Security
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
On Top Backpackers
Staying at this hostel in Dunedin, guests will also find entertainment venues in the vicinity, including Grand Casino Dunedin, which is merely 1.1 km away. The Dunedin hostel is not far from the prominent First Church of Otago.
On Top Backpackers hostel is only 250 metres from Hydroslide and just 8 minutes on foot from the eight-sided Octagon Plaza.
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Best-rated
Travel Stay Centre City Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Sun terrace
Educational venues in the vicinity include the collegiate University of Otago, located 20 minutes' walk away, while Hydroslide is right around the corner from the comfortable hostel. Grand Casino Dunedin can be reached a mere 1.2 km from this property.
Guests can also enjoy natural sights such as the public park "Queens Garden", which is 16 minutes' stroll away.
Aside from an ironing set, the rooms have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for a more enjoyable stay.
Travel Stay Centre City Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Sun terrace
Travel Stay Centre City Hostel
Educational venues in the vicinity include the collegiate University of Otago, located 20 minutes' walk away, while Hydroslide is right around the corner from the comfortable hostel. Grand Casino Dunedin can be reached a mere 1.2 km from this property.
Guests can also enjoy natural sights such as the public park "Queens Garden", which is 16 minutes' stroll away.
Aside from an ironing set, the rooms have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for a more enjoyable stay.
Chalet Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Billiard tables
Offerring a location within reach of the Tāngata Whenua Māori gallery "Otago Museum", this hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including Speight's Brewery, which is about 600 metres away. There is The Regent Theatre a 17-minute stroll from the comfortable hostel.
Grand Casino Dunedin can also be found about 500 metres away.
Chalet Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Billiard tables
Chalet Backpackers
Offerring a location within reach of the Tāngata Whenua Māori gallery "Otago Museum", this hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including Speight's Brewery, which is about 600 metres away. There is The Regent Theatre a 17-minute stroll from the comfortable hostel.
Grand Casino Dunedin can also be found about 500 metres away.
Otago Village
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Security
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf course
Found within a 2-km distance of the friendly Toitu Otago Settlers Historical Museum, this comfortable hostel is 2.1 km from worship locations like the prominent First Church of Otago. Famous natural sights near the 200-room Otago Village hostel are Water of Leith River (750 metres) and the public park "Queens Garden" (2.2 km).
You can enjoy proximity to Forsyth Barr Multi-Purpose Stadium, which is 800 metres away, or visit Otago Polytechnic Institute, which is within a few blocks of the accommodation.
Each room includes a private bathroom with amenities like a hairdryer and towels.
Otago Village
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Security
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf course
Otago Village
Found within a 2-km distance of the friendly Toitu Otago Settlers Historical Museum, this comfortable hostel is 2.1 km from worship locations like the prominent First Church of Otago. Famous natural sights near the 200-room Otago Village hostel are Water of Leith River (750 metres) and the public park "Queens Garden" (2.2 km).
You can enjoy proximity to Forsyth Barr Multi-Purpose Stadium, which is 800 metres away, or visit Otago Polytechnic Institute, which is within a few blocks of the accommodation.
Each room includes a private bathroom with amenities like a hairdryer and towels.
Manor House Backpackers
- BBQ facilities
- Room service
- Flat-screen TV
- In-room safe
- Laundry
- Ironing facilities
The hostel is 2.3 km from such educational sites as the collegiate University of Otago and just around the corner from 2nd Floor Yoga. The public Otago Museum is within 25 minutes' walk of this Dunedin hostel.
Also, Manor House Backpackers hostel is not far from the Gothic - style church "St Paul's Anglican Cathedral".
Manor House Backpackers
- BBQ facilities
- Room service
- Flat-screen TV
- In-room safe
- Laundry
- Ironing facilities
Manor House Backpackers
The hostel is 2.3 km from such educational sites as the collegiate University of Otago and just around the corner from 2nd Floor Yoga. The public Otago Museum is within 25 minutes' walk of this Dunedin hostel.
Also, Manor House Backpackers hostel is not far from the Gothic - style church "St Paul's Anglican Cathedral".
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Great deal
Geeky Gecko Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
Situated approximately 700 metres from Toitu Otago Settlers Regional History Museum, this comfortable hostel is only 1.5 km from such sports venues as Leap Dunedin Sports Complex. The prominent First Church of Otago, a nearby place of worship, is within reach of the accommodation.
The nearby cultural landmarks include the bronze portrait Robert Burns Statue, which is merely 9 minutes' stroll away.
Geeky Gecko Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
Geeky Gecko Backpackers
Situated approximately 700 metres from Toitu Otago Settlers Regional History Museum, this comfortable hostel is only 1.5 km from such sports venues as Leap Dunedin Sports Complex. The prominent First Church of Otago, a nearby place of worship, is within reach of the accommodation.
The nearby cultural landmarks include the bronze portrait Robert Burns Statue, which is merely 9 minutes' stroll away.
Stafford Gables Hostel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Shuttle service
- Flat-screen TV
- Laundry
Staying at this hostel in Dunedin, guests will also find entertainment venues in the vicinity, including Speight's Brewery, which is 650 metres away. There is Portobello Marine Laboratory not far from the Dunedin hostel.
The merchant house museum "Olveston Historic Home" is within 25 minutes' walk of the Dunedin property.
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Shuttle service
- Flat-screen TV
- Laundry
Staying at this hostel in Dunedin, guests will also find entertainment venues in the vicinity, including Speight's Brewery, which is 650 metres away. There is Portobello Marine Laboratory not far from the Dunedin hostel.
The merchant house museum "Olveston Historic Home" is within 25 minutes' walk of the Dunedin property.
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Here is a quick list of Hostels in Dunedin, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Manor On The Park Backpackers |
9.0 / 10 (383 Reviews) |
From 96$ | |
| Work Stay 123 Central City |
8.8 / 10 (761 Reviews) |
From 51$ | |
| Uptown Backpackers |
8.5 / 10 (781 Reviews) |
From 19$ | |
| On Top Backpackers |
7.8 / 10 (1117 Reviews) |
From 17$ | |
| Travel Stay Centre City Hostel |
9.2 / 10 (197 Reviews) |
From 81$ |
More accommodations in Dunedin
Frequently Asked Questions
Which budget hostels near the city center offer great amenities?
Manor House Backpackers and Geeky Gecko Backpackers are both located close to downtown Dunedin. They provide kitchen access and social areas for guests.
Consider booking your stay at Geeky Gecko Backpackers during weekdays for quieter social environments and lower prices.
Are there any budget hostels near the train station?
On Top Backpackers and Uptown Backpackers are conveniently close to the train station in Dunedin. This makes it easy for travelers arriving by train.
Book a private room at On Top Backpackers for additional privacy while still enjoying shared facilities.
What affordable hostels are near major landmarks?
Chalet Backpackers and Manor On The Park Backpackers are near key sites like the Dunedin Railway Station and Octagon. They offer easy walking access to attractions.
Explore the Octagon area on Sundays, when local markets and street performances add to the atmosphere.
Which family-friendly hostels in Dunedin have shared kitchens?
Manor House Backpackers and Geeky Gecko Backpackers are great options for families. They provide shared kitchens for cooking meals together.
Bring your own groceries to cook at the hostel for budget-friendly dining and explore local grocery stores nearby.
Are there any cheap hostels in Dunedin with social areas?
Stafford Gables Hostel and Travel Stay City Hostel have common areas for socializing and meeting fellow travelers. They host events to encourage interaction.
Join the scheduled events at Stafford Gables for a chance to meet locals and other guests over food and games.
What are the best budget hostels for backpackers in Dunedin?
Chalet Backpackers and On Top Backpackers appeal to backpackers looking for affordable stays. They offer comfortable dormitories and communal spaces.
Consider arriving early to secure the best dormitory spots and grab free breakfast offerings at these hostels.
Which low-cost hostels offer private rooms in Dunedin?
Otago Village and Travel Stay City Hostel provide private room options for guests who prefer more privacy. Both are reasonably priced.
Book private rooms during off-peak seasons, like late fall or winter, to save even more on your stay.
What unique cultural events can I find in Dunedin throughout the year?
Dunedin hosts the annual Cadbury Chocolate Carnival in July, which features fun, chocolate-themed activities. This event attracts locals and visitors alike.
Stay at any of the hostels in July to join in on the festivities while enjoying chocolate treats and unique activities.
How can I navigate Dunedin's public transportation system easily?
Dunedin has a reliable bus network that connects major attractions and neighborhoods. Use the Go Bus app to plan your routes effectively.
Purchase a Day Pass for unlimited bus travel, which is more economical if you plan to explore multiple sites in one day.
Is it safe to walk around Dunedin at night?
Dunedin is generally safe, particularly in the downtown area. It's advisable to stick to well-lit streets and avoid quiet side areas late at night.
Travel in groups and stay near popular hostels like Manor House Backpackers for added safety during evening outings.
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