- Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found the hotel was close to the rail and bus terminals which make it easy to travel to other parts of the city or outside the city.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Overview of Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers (formerly Downtown Backpackers)
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Guest reviews
Good
674 reviews
Guests rated this property 3.8/5 for cleanliness.
Amenities
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Breakfast Available
- Bar
Map
1 Bunny Street Wellington Cbd, Wellington
Highlights
Lambton Quay3 min walk
Old St Paul's6 min walk
Beehive6 min walk
Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)19 min drive
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Double Ensuite
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Double Ensuite
4.4/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- 28 sq m
- Sleeps 2
Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom
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Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom
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- 28 sq m
- Sleeps 2
Bunk Style Twin Ensuite
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Bunk Style Twin Ensuite
4/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- 28 sq m
- Sleeps 2
Single (Shared Bathroom)
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Single (Shared Bathroom)
4.4/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- 20 sq m
- Sleeps 1
Bunk Style Twin (Shared Bathroom)
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Bunk Style Twin (Shared Bathroom)
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- 28 sq m
- Sleeps 2
Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4 Beds)
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Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4 Beds)
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- 30 sq m
- Sleeps 1
Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom (6 Beds)
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Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom (6 Beds)
3.9/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- 32 sq m
- Sleeps 1
Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom (8 Beds)
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Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom (8 Beds)
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- 35 sq m
- Sleeps 1
Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (6 Bed, Female Only)
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Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (6 Bed, Female Only)
4.2/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- 32 sq m
- Sleeps 1
Twin, Double & Single Ensuite
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Twin, Double & Single Ensuite
4.2/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- 28 sq m
- Sleeps 3
Double Shared Bathroom
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Double Shared Bathroom
4.6/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- 28 sq m
- Sleeps 2
Single Room, Ensuite
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Single Room, Ensuite
5/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- 28 sq m
- Sleeps 1
Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm
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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm
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- 32 sq m
- Sleeps 1
20 Bunk Style Room (mixed)
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20 Bunk Style Room (mixed)
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- Sleeps 1
About this area
Wellington
Located in Wellington, Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers (formerly Downtown Backpackers) is in the city centre and near the beach. Interislander Ferry Terminal and Wellington Waterfront are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Wellington Zoo and The Weta Cave. Wellington Cable Car (Lambton Quay Station) and Zealandia are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as kayaking.
Visit our Wellington travel guideWhat's nearby
- Lambton Quay - 3 min walk
- Old St Paul's - 6 min walk
- Beehive - 6 min walk
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings - 7 min walk
- Wellington Cable Car (Lambton Quay Station) - 11 min walk
Getting around
- Wellington Station - 1 min walk
- Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 19 min drive
About this property
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and public transport
No on-site parking available
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee weekdays 7:00 AM–10:00 AM: NZD 15-30 for adults and NZD 10-30 for children
1 restaurant
1 bar
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Lift
Lockers available
Guest services
24-hour front desk
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Tour/ticket assistance
Languages spoken
Chinese
English
French
German
Spanish
Outdoors
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them in the special requests field on the booking page after selecting your room.
In-room accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Heating
Linens
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Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in between 3:00 PM and 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out
Special check-in instructions
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk, key retrieval
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
- Deposit: NZD 20.00 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book.
Optional extras
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at the time of service, check-in or check-out.
- Breakfast fee: between NZD 15 and NZD 30 for adults, and NZD 10 and NZD 30 for children (approximately)
- Early check-in 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.
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.
- No on-site parking is available.
- This property advises that enhanced cleaning and safety measures are currently in place.
- Disinfectant is used to clean the property, and guests are provided with hand sanitiser.
- For traveller safety, the following measures are in place: social distancing measures are in place; contactless check-in and check-out are available; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; an acrylic shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas.
- Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast and dinner, and also through room service.
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Guest reviews
- Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A short night
No air conditioning - very loud outside noises - really a rough night - the only reprieve was it was a short stay.- just a layover to get to the airport for an early flight
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
- Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place and handy to rail and buses food was great as well as friengly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
- Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and tidy, fast efficient reception. Mattress wasn’t the best.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
- Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019