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The 10 Best Hostels in Wellington, New Zealand

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Located in the heart of the city of Wellington,The Marion Hostel offers a range of backpacker accommodation and features a rooftop terrace. It is just a 1-minute walk from Cuba Street where you will find a variety of restaurants, cafes and bars. Free high speed unlimited WiFi is offered throughout the property.

I booked this room for my brother and friend and managed to get them a 2 berth bunkroom - by all accounts all the facilities were top notch. I was particularly impressed with the staff - I have stayed in lots of top hotels and have not had this sort of friendly welcome and service as was granted to my family. I will definitely be staying here in the future.

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9.4
Superb
1,668 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

Trek Global features 4 communal guest kitchens and a barbecue area. It is a 10-minute walk from Wellington’s CBD and Wellington Waterfront. Free unlimited WiFi is provided.

Guest rooms offer simple interiors and are fully heated. Toilet and bathroom facilities are shared.

As always the property did not disappoint with upgraded and always clean facilities…my home away from home

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7.6
Good
1,732 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers offers budget accommodation in the centre of Wellington. It features a 24-hour guest kitchen, self-service laundry facilities and a games room with pool tables. Guests receive unlimited free WiFi.

Room was satisfactory, ideal location.

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6.5
Review score
4,485 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

The Cambridge offers a range of accommodation options, including mixed dormitory rooms and private guestrooms with en suite bathrooms. Most rooms come with SKY TV, a refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities.

Favorite was the giant kitchen and dining area, great amount of space and clean. Tons of rooms but tons of bathrooms in a long hallway. Beds were good, a bit squeaky but comfortable. Old style building was cool.

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7.1
Good
1,832 reviews
Price from
£20
per night

There is a range of comfortable accommodation options, including private rooms with an en suite bathroom, as well as large dormitory rooms. There is a lounge and TV room, a courtyard with BBQ facilities, and a fully equipped communal kitchen.

Meals next door at the Blend bar were awsome

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6.6
Review score
1,719 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Our shared rooms are the perfect option for budget-conscious travelers who want to enjoy the convenience and social aspects of sharing a space with like-minded travelers, without compromising on comfort or value for money.

Very clean, and friendly staff. Great location too.

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7.8
Good
184 reviews
Price from
£23
per night

Worldwide Backpackers is located in central Wellington, a 10-minute walk from bars, restaurants and vibrant nightlife on Courtenay Place. It offers affordable accommodation with a shared kitchen, barbecue facilities and free Wi-Fi access.

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9.5
Exceptional
2 reviews
Price from
£17
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • 7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,291 reviews
    Great location, friendly and professional staff, a bit dated generally, we had a budget room so wouldn't have expected great comforts. This room was the same price of the cheapest Airbnb.
    M
    Matteo
    Family with young children
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,668 reviews
    I'm going to miss the Marion so much! Best hostel I've been while in NZ (and probably anywhere else!?). Super comfy bed, great staff, cool common rooms and kitchen, everything always clean! Free bike rentals! It's a great place both if you want to meet new people or if you want to be on your own. And a great place to start exploring Welly! 😊
    Beatrice
    Solo traveller
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,668 reviews
    Best hostel I've stayed in. Amazing converted building with lots of different areas for socialising, sitting quietly, cooking, etc. All the facilities you expect from a decent hostel and more. Like hot drinks freely available, towels provided, curtains on bunk beds.
    Yvette
    Solo traveller
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,668 reviews
    Best hostel we've ever stayed in - in terms of clean and facilities. The staff (didnt get the guys name unfortunately) on reception was lovely and helped us with parking! Kitchen had everything - free tea/coffee/hot chocolate and free milk & milk alternative. Free herbs and spices to help transfer your normal cheap pasta traveller dish. Room was nice and comfortable. Bathrooms clean and nice. Shared areas inviting.
    Lewis
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £64.37
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,732 reviews
    Global Backpackers was one of the best Hostels I've ever stayed so far, everything's perfect, specially the friendship I was always treated. Counting the days to get back there:
    Guilherme Grummt
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £64.37
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,732 reviews
    Hostel cat which is very friendly. very helpful and friendly staff. great location, very close to everything. kitchen had everything we needed. staff always cleaning around the hostel. different kitchens on different floors so never got too crowed. felt safe as they lock the doors and have security guards overnight. hairdryer and straighteners in bathroom.
    Natalie
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £37.84
    4.5
    Scored 4.5
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 3,541 reviews
    safe, comfortable, cheap, great location
    David
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £64.37
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,732 reviews
    Great location, confortable, nice hostel for meeting people, staff was very friendly, specially Kate
    Agustin
    Solo traveller
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,668 reviews
    Great location in the city and great atmosphere within the hostel. Plentiful kitchen facilities. Have to highlight the bathrooms - best hostel bathrooms I have ever experienced. Definitely recommend staying here.
    A
    Anonymous
    Solo traveller
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,023 reviews
    Fantastic set-up with all the facilities you'd expect from a hostel and more. Staff super friendly and helpful, rooms very clean and more than enough space. Great location for anyone attending an event at the stadium. Simple, safe, comfortable and would absolutely recommend.
    Royce
    Family with young children

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