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Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

2.0 star property
Art Deco hostel with restaurant, near Te Papa

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Twin, Double & Single Ensuite | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Interior
Breakfast area
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

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • 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
$43 nightly
The total price is $49
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single (Shared Bathroom)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 161 sq ft
  • 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
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 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
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Towels

Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom (6 Beds)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom (8 Beds)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 280 sq ft
  • 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
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Twin, Double & Single Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Shared Bathroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Double Room with Private Bathroom

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room with Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Double&Single Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ensuite Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room With Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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Interior

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4-Bed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6-Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 8-Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 8 Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

Premium Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

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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
  • Sky Stadium - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Te Papa - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cuba Street Mall - 18 min walk - 1.6 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
  • ‪Rydges Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Concorde Café - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Old Bailey - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 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.

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
DONE

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
DONE

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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Reviews

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.0

Staff & service

6.6

Eco-friendliness

7.0

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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

Reviews

8/10 Very good

It was comfortable.
MISAKI, 10-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great value.
Matthew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

stayed here a couple of times. It's convenient to the train station.
Paul, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great staff and good value for money.
Krolle, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Although property old and under some repairs I found room facilities of coffee & milk & radiator heating welcoming. Kitchen self serving facilities good. Would stay there again & recommend to others
Henry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, very convenient to bus terminal; polite staff.
Catherine, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location amd friendly staff
Mau, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

L9vely old art deco building. It is old and well used but well maintained and clean. Perfect for travelling without a vehicle. I felt safe.
Linda, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Bathrooms really needed to get cleaned or upgraded 😢 Beds are not so great 😒
Ritaben, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Ok for a night
rg, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

About location

Good location .
Ichiro, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Thant was a bit chilly in the room, and in the bathroom through the wall grill was constant noise
Csaba, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

Very convenient very suitable for my visit
Mervyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice plave
Jonathan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good value.

Very good value.
James, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

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

8/10 Very good

Very close with bluebridge
Dodo, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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!
Jessica, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

great value for money
Veronica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

Great location, convenient, slightly tatty, single rooms quiet
Stephen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Danae, 1-night trip