4/5 Good
Lucy
19 Feb. 2020
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great if you’re not planning to cook
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
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4.2 out of 5 Very good
306 reviews
Guests rated this property 4.3/5 for cleanliness.
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Parking included
Parking Available
Laundry
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1 DORSET STREETCENTRAL CITY, Christchurch, Canterbury
Explore the area
Bealey Avenue2 min walk
Christchurch Casino8 min walk
Southern Cross Hospital9 min walk
Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)19 min drive
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Basic Double Room
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Basic Double Room
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- 7 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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Sleeps
- Max people: 2Max adults: 2Max children: 1
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1 Double Bed
7 square metres m2
Internet – Free WiFi
Entertainment – 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels
Bathroom – Hairdryer (on request)
Practical – Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)
Smoking And Non-Smoking
Single Room
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Single Room
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- 6 sq m
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bed
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- Max people: 1Max adults: 10
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1 Single Bed
6 square metres m2
Internet – Free WiFi
Entertainment – LCD TV with digital channels
Bathroom – Hairdryer (on request)
Practical – Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)
Non-Smoking
Standard Double Room
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Standard Double Room
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- 10 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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- Max people: 2Max adults: 2Max children: 1
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1 Queen Bed
10 square metres m2
Internet – Free WiFi
Entertainment – 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels
Bathroom – Hairdryer (on request)
Practical – Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)
Non-Smoking
Twin Room
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Twin Room
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- 11 sq m
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Single Beds
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- Max people: 2Max adults: 2Max children: 1
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2 Single Beds
11 square metres m2
Internet – Free WiFi
Entertainment – 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels
Bathroom – Hairdryer (on request)
Practical – Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)
Smoking And Non-Smoking
Shared Dormitory - Mixed Dorm - 6-8 Beds
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Shared Dormitory - Mixed Dorm - 6-8 Beds
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- Sleeps 1
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- Max people: 1Max adults: 10
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7 Single Bunk Beds
Internet – Free WiFi
Bathroom – Hairdryer (on request)
Practical – Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)
Non-Smoking
Shared Dormitory
Shared Dormitory
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- Sleeps 1
- 2 Single Bunk Beds
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Sleeps
- Max people: 1Max adults: 10
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2 Single Bunk Beds
Internet – Free WiFi
Bathroom – Hairdryer (on request)
Practical – Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)
Non-Smoking
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (4 or 5 Beds)
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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (4 or 5 Beds)
More detailsRoom amenities
- 20 sq m
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bed
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Sleeps
- Max people: 1Max adults: 10
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1 Single Bed
20 square metres m2
Internet – Free WiFi
Bathroom – Hairdryer (on request)
Practical – Safe and iron/ironing board (on request)
Non-Smoking
About this area
Christchurch
Located in Christchurch, Dorset House Backpackers is in the city centre and near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Christchurch Botanic Gardens and Hagley Park, while Canterbury Museum and Christchurch Art Gallery are cultural highlights. Don't miss out on a visit to Punting on the Avon. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with ecotours, skydiving and mountain biking. Guests appreciate the hotel's quiet location.
What's nearby
- Bealey Avenue - 2 min walk
- Christchurch Casino - 8 min walk
- Southern Cross Hospital - 9 min walk
- Canterbury Museum - 12 min walk
- Hagley Park - 18 min walk
Getting around
- Christchurch Railway Station - 10 min drive
- Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
- Mexicano's - 3 min walk
- Boo Radley's - 4 min walk
- Strawberry Fare - 5 min walk
- 50 Bistro - 5 min walk
- Spice Paragon - 5 min walk
About this property
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and public transport
- Free self parking
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
- Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
- Ski shuttle nearby
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea in a common area
Things to do
- Billiards/pool table
Family friendly
- Laundry facilities
Conveniences
- Front-desk safe
- No lifts
Guest services
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
- Ski storage
- Tour/ticket assistance
Languages spoken
- English
Outdoors
- Garden
More
- Smoke-free property
- TV in lobby
Room amenities
Bathroom
- Hairdryer (on request)
More
- Individually decorated
- Individually furnished
- Iron/ironing board (on request)
- Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in between 2 PM and 5 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 5 PM
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at the time of service, check-in or check-out.
- A pet fee will be charged
- Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent
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
National rating
This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.
Property is also known as
Dorset Backpackers
Dorset House
Dorset House Backpackers
Dorset House Backpackers Christchurch
Dorset House Backpackers Hostel
Dorset House Backpackers Hostel Christchurch
Dorset House Backpackers Host
Dorset House Backpackers Hotel
Dorset House Backpackers Christchurch
Dorset House Backpackers Hotel Christchurch
Frequently asked questions
4.2
Very good
4.3/5
Cleanliness
4.2/5
Staff & service
4.4/5
Amenities
4.0/5
Property conditions & facilities
4/5 Good
Aleksandr
10 Jan. 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
3/5 Okay
Verified traveller
28 Nov. 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
5/5 Excellent
Verified traveller
12 Nov. 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
5/5 Excellent
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Business traveller
8 Nov. 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
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