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Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

2.0 star property
Art Deco hostel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Twin, Double & Single Ensuite | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Terrace/patio
Exterior
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
  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is ₩51,312
₩59,006 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31

Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk 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
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin 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
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk 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
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double 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
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 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
  • 22 sq m
  • 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
  • 24 sq m
  • 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
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single (Shared Bathroom)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Cable channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin 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
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Ensuite

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room with Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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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

Single Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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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

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

Bed In 6-Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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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

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
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About the neighborhood

Located in Pipitea, a neighborhood in Wellington, Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers is near a train station and near the beach. Wellington Cenotaph and Museum of Wellington City and Sea are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Lambton Quay and Cuba Street Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at TSB Bank Arena, or consider a night out at The Opera House. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as kayaking.
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1 Bunny Street Wellington Cbd, Wellington, 6011

What's nearby

  • Wellington Central Business District - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • TSB Bank Arena - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sky Stadium - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Te Papa - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mojo Featherston - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rydges Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Old Bailey - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Otto - Champagneria & Beer Hall - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

Hostel near Te Papa
You can look forward to laundry facilities, a bar, and a restaurant at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Express check-out, ATM/banking services, and a 24-hour front desk
  • An elevator, a front-desk safe, and a vending machine
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 108 rooms have comforts such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Art Deco architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 up; 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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

  • 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

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 rating 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 Aug 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers on Aug 30, 2025 start from ₩51,312, excluding 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?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 10 (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers located?

Located in Pipitea, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wellington Central Business District and Te Papa. Lambton Quay and Archives New Zealand are also within 5 minutes. Wellington Station is only a 1-minute walk.

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Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 239 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 410 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 225 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1000 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent location… right across the street from the RR station
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Isoa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient location to catch ferry, train and to go to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent option, private and a fair price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

MISAKI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was comfortable.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Hala

Liked: Staff & service
This is a decent place for a quick stay and to be close to the station. I chose it for the location as I needed to be near the university and the station - otherwise, I'd say it's better to stay close to Cuba St or Willis St - other end of town. On the weekend it was really hard to find places that were open to eat. The carpet was dirty, the towels were stained and the room is very basic. So if you're not looking for anything flash, this place is convenient. The staff were super friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great value.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
stayed here a couple of times. It's convenient to the train station.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Furqan Haider

Dirty towels, Broken bath room without soap.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Krolle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, very convenient to bus terminal; polite staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Ritaben

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Bathrooms really needed to get cleaned or upgraded 😢 Beds are not so great 😒
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

doris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room, clean, everything I needed was there :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mau

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

6/10 Okay

rg

Liked: Staff & service
Ok for a night
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Csaba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thant was a bit chilly in the room, and in the bathroom through the wall grill was constant noise
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful, nothing was a problem. I will certainly stay again. I had single room with ensuite, very satisfactory for the price!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ichiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

About location

Good location .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice plave
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place with friendly staff and clean private rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value.

Very good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mervyn

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

8/10 Good

Dodo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very close with bluebridge
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lena

Liked: Staff & service
Very good location for bus and ferry, restaurants and sights. A bit run down but ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024