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Hostels in Makara Beach

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Our top choices for Makara Beach hostels

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
2.0 star property
Pipitea
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Cleaners were friendly and helpful."
Australia
Rosemary
The price is NZ$81
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

Capital Wellington

Capital Wellington
2.0 star property
Te Aro
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (548)
"i stayed there for over 5 years, never desapointed me. Great location and also great service."
Australia
Jose
The price is NZ$84
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Capital Wellington

The Marion Hostel

The Marion Hostel
2.0 star property
Te Aro
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (73)
"Lovely space with a cute and clean look. Would certainly stay again! "
Canada
Aidan
The price is NZ$121
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
The Marion Hostel

The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers

The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers
2.0 star property
Te Aro
7.8 out of 10, Good, (899)
"Clean room and helpful staff. It’s a nice quiet place to stay."
Australia
Priyavanti
The price is NZ$103
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers

Trek Global Backpackers

Trek Global Backpackers
4.0 star property
Te Aro
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (250)
"The staff were very nice and helpful. The location was superb of course, and the room was adequate for the price, parking was also a plus."
United States
Arnold
The price is NZ$50
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Trek Global Backpackers

Haka House Wellington

Haka House Wellington
5.0 star property
Te Aro
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (459)
"Perfect for a low budget short stay"
Australia
Paul
The price is NZ$81
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Haka House Wellington

Worldwide Backpackers Limited

Worldwide Backpackers Limited
1.0 star property
Te Aro
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2)
"Nice backpackers, would stay again "
United States
Anastasia
The price is NZ$93
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Worldwide Backpackers Limited
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Top Makara Beach Hotel Reviews

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Makara Beach Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,225
Accommodation
8 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$50
Highest Price
NZ$121

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Makara Beach?
You might like the room rates at this top lodging option in the surrounding area, which gets good reviews from our guests: James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor - 5.4 mi (8.8 km) from the heart of Makara Beach. 2-minute walk from Wellington Station for easy access to public transport. Property features at this hostel include free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Makara Beach?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Makara Beach is 986 mm.
What is there to see and do in Makara Beach?
Get out into nature with places such as Makara Beach, Botanic Gardens and Zealandia. Cultural attractions include Museum of Wellington City and Sea, Michael Fowler Centre and Te Papa. Locals like to shop at Lambton Quay and Cuba Street Mall.
What's the best way to get to and around Makara Beach while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Makara Beach in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.), 9.1 mi (14.6 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Paraparaumu (PPQ), situated 26.3 mi (42.4 km) away.

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