Stafford Gables Hostel features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 15-minute walk of The Octagon. Guests will have free perks like WiFi, self parking, and wired internet. Also, this hostel is just a 5-minute drive from University of Otago.
Reviews
5.45.4 out of 10
Popular amenities
Airport transfer
Pet friendly
Free parking
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Rooftop terrace
Airport shuttle
Garden
Microwave in a common area
Refrigerator in a common area
Self-serve laundry
Picnic area
Barbecue grills
Luggage storage
Limited hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home (6)
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Barbecue grill(s)
Free self parking
Room options
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Exclusive Triple Room
Highlights
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Stovetop
Freezer
Rice cooker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
15 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Double Room, Shared Bathroom
Highlights
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Toaster
Mixer
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Freezer
15 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Stafford Gables Hostel features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 15-minute walk of The Octagon. Guests will have free perks like WiFi, self parking, and wired internet. Also, this hostel is just a 5-minute drive from University of Otago.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English
At a glance
Hotel size
35 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 3:30 PM - 10:30 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 allowed*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Rooftop terrace
Garden
Picnic area
Television in common areas
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Heated floors
Freshen up
2 bathrooms
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi and wired internet
Food and drink
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Freezer
Microwave
Stovetop
Rice cooker
Toaster
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Lobster/crab pot
Mixer
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of NZD 25 per person (one-way)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 5 percent
Towels are available for an extra charge of NZD 2 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 25 per pet, per day
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of NZD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Stafford Gables Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Stafford Gables Hostel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is NZD 25 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Stafford Gables Hostel?
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Stafford Gables Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino (6-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Stafford Gables Hostel and nearby?
Stafford Gables Hostel has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Stafford Gables Hostel like?
Stafford Gables Hostel is a short 11-minute walk from The Octagon and 19 minutes' walk from University of Otago.
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Stafford Gables Hostel Reviews
Reviews
5.4
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6.0/10
Cleanliness
6.2/10
Staff & service
6.0/10
Amenities
4.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
2/10 Poor
Nov 21, 2021
No refunds is practically theft.
We paid and received nothing.
Phone call was ridiculous also, no conversation, no reasons, do they even speak English here?
Infuriating experience.
Jaime
Jaime, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 25, 2021
It is a view in the Historical Hotel. In good condition. Me and my son enjoy the Piano as well.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 8, 2021
The stairs were very high in the tread which made them difficult for me.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
4/10 Fair
May 13, 2021
Poor conditions but good value
Verified traveler
1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 10, 2021
I liked the price but you get what you pay for. The room was cold, damp and draughty. I would not sleep on the top bunks as they were unstable. Heating was inadequate on 30 minute timers and only one shower and toilet per three rooms or up to a dozen people. Alright if you are young and healthy.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 9, 2021
Verified traveler
2-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 18, 2021
The property needs some investment, light bulbs replaced, fixing dripping taps. Overall its a hostel with good service
Verified traveler
1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Apr 1, 2021
Worse place to stay in Dunedin
It was horrible and cold and dirty and smelly and the price was ridiculous for 1 night in a absolute dive $180..absolutely the worse place ever and i didnt feel safe there at all
Tina
Tina, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 20, 2021
Good low-budget accommodation. It would have been better if there was some non-see through glass in the upstairs bathroom. And if the reception was available for longer hours.
Verified traveler
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2021
Great basic accommodation but all you need. Good service, clean and quiet
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 8, 2021
Awesome experience!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jan 24, 2021
Don't recommend.
We did not feel safe or comfortable for this stay. The room smelt of cigarette smoke and the whole place was run down. You even had to buy your own loo roll!! It was not provided for free!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jan 14, 2021
Uncomfort and Inconvenience
The eftpos machine was not working for two days and requested to pay cash, couldn't even pay through online banking. Had to go out get cash which was very inconvenient.
It didn't provide toliet paper and it costed $1 to get a roll in reception.
The check-in time on hotel.com was incorrect and reception closed before we arrived. The reception lady was nice to come back to drop off the key.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 8, 2021
Great Service, Average Accommodation
The hotel is a little run down, although our room was comfortable and the receptionist was very friendly and helpful.
As a budget option you get what you pay for, we found the price very reasonable but probably would choose elsewhere next time
David
David, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Mar 14, 2020
Worst place ever
Booked some where else where we felt safe. Spoke to a couple the next day who did stay. They came from UK and said the police what the night before was not comfortable. We booked a double bed room. Got a small single room. They rang me the day before we were due to arrive. And asked if I had spoken to them the day before and cancelled the room. I had not !!!
Do not stay there. !!!!
All basics covered. A nice stay in Dunedin for the price and location.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Nov 10, 2019
Verified traveler
2-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 11, 2019
Close to the CBD, off-street parking, clean building but old..
Verified traveler
1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 22, 2019
Einmal reicht
Es war so kalt, die Gäste und das Personal sind mit Winterjacke und Mütze rumgelaufen, drinnen. Der Gemeinschaftsraum in dem man essen sollte war so kalt, das man sich wirklich nicht aufhalten möchte. Beim Einchecken hatte man unsere Reservierung nicht, haben dann aber doch schnell ein Zimmer bekommen. Die Terrassentür in unseren Zimmer ließ sich nicht schließen und stand über Nacht somit leicht auf.:-(. Die Küche war interessant. 4 Tassen für das gesamte Hostel. Es war nicht wirklich sauber. Gewöhnungsbedürftig.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Mar 17, 2019
Did not change the bed sheets and pillow covers. Weed and grass are growing everywhere in the garden and doors. Property is in low maintenance
Wade
Wade, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Nov 16, 2018
No wifi in dormitory, extremely cold
They cheat you about internet. Don't believe! There is no wifi connection in the dormitory! You can fiind some in the corridor of kitchen. The whole building including all communal areas is terribly cold. The heater in the room produces unbelievable jetplane noise, so you cannot use it at night. And anyway the timer is set to 1 hour.
Andrei
Andrei, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 31, 2018
Could not turn on the room heater. Otherwise everyting else was great.