5/5 Excellent
Matt, Dunedin, Mosgiel
9 Jan. 2021
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Overview of 42b College House - Hostel
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42b College House - Hostel
4.3/5 Excellent
Guests rated this property 4.3/5 for cleanliness.
Popular amenities
- Free WiFi
- Parking included
- Business Services
- Laundry
Cleaning and safety practices
- Cleaned with disinfectant
- Hand sanitiser provided
- Social distancing
Explore the area
Sarjeant Gallery9 min walk
Whanganui Museum10 min walk
Ward Observatory3 min drive
Whanganui (WAG)10 min drive
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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom
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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom
5/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
Room information
Bed details
Bed details
Sleeps
- Max people: 2Max adults: 2Max children: 1
Room details
1 Double Bed
Internet – Free WiFi
Bathroom – Shared bathroom
Need to know – Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Private Bathroom
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Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Private Bathroom
5/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bed
Room information
Bed details
Bed details
Sleeps
- Max people: 1Max adults: 10
Room details
1 Single Bed
Internet – Free WiFi
Bathroom – Private bathroom and shower
Need to know – Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom
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Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom
5/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- 12 sq m
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bed
Room information
Bed details
Bed details
Sleeps
- Max people: 1Max adults: 10
Room details
1 Single Bed
12 square metres m2 room with garden views
Internet – Free WiFi
Bathroom – Shared bathroom
Need to know – Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Shared Dormitory, Women only
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Shared Dormitory, Women only
More detailsRoom amenities
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bed
Room information
Bed details
Bed details
Sleeps
- Max people: 1Max adults: 10
Room details
1 Single Bed
Internet – Free WiFi
Bathroom – Shared bathroom
Need to know – Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom
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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom
5/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Single Beds
Room information
Bed details
Bed details
Sleeps
- Max people: 2Max adults: 2Max children: 1
Room details
2 Single Beds
Internet – Free WiFi
Bathroom – Shared bathroom
Need to know – Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (Five Bed)
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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (Five Bed)
More detailsRoom amenities
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bunk Bed
Room information
Bed details
Bed details
Sleeps
- Max people: 1Max adults: 10
Room details
1 Single Bunk Bed
Internet – Free WiFi
Bathroom – Shared bathroom
Need to know – Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Family Room, Shared Bathroom
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Family Room, Shared Bathroom
5/5 guest room ratingMore detailsRoom amenities
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 Double Bed
Room information
Bed details
Bed details
Sleeps
- Max people: 3Max adults: 3Max children: 2
Room details
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Internet – Free WiFi
Bathroom – Shared bathroom
Need to know – Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
About this area
Whanganui
42b College House - Hostel is located on a river and in a walkable area with good shopping. Whanganui Museum and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Watt Fountain and Memorial Tower. Ward Observatory and Durie Hill Elevator are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby
- Sarjeant Gallery - 9 min walk
- Queens Park - 10 min walk
- Whanganui Museum - 10 min walk
- Watt Fountain - 14 min walk
- Ward Observatory - 3 min drive
Getting around
- Whanganui (WAG) - 10 min drive
Restaurants
- Tokyo Roll Black - 7 min walk
- Pita Pit - 7 min walk
- Parnells Cafe - 8 min walk
- Jabee Kebabs - 8 min walk
- Cafe Anatolia - 8 min walk
About this property
Cleaning and safety practices
Enhanced cleanliness measures
Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter
Social distancing
Contactless check-out
Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Social distancing measures in place
Safety measures
Hand sanitiser provided
This information is provided by our partners.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and public transport
- Free self-parking on site
- 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
- Airport shuttle on request
Things to do
- Arcade/games room
- Free bike hire
Family friendly
- Arcade/games room
- Dry cleaning service
- Laundry facilities
Conveniences
- Free newspapers in reception
- No lifts
Guest services
- Dry-cleaning service
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
- Tour/ticket assistance
Languages spoken
- English
- French
- German
Business services
- Meeting rooms
Outdoors
- BBQ grill(s)
- Garden
- Terrace
Accessibility
- If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Accessible bathroom
- No lift (single-level property)
More
- Designated smoking areas
- TV in lobby
Room amenities
Bathroom
- Shared bathroom
- Shower
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in from 1 PM - 8:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
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.
- Airport shuttle fee: NZD 10 per vehicle (one-way)
- Late check-in fee: NZD 10 for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight
- Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of NZD 1
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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
We should mention
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
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
42b College House
42b College House Hostel
42b College House Hostel Wanganui
42b College House Wanganui
42b College House Hostel Whanganui
42b College House Whanganui
42b College House - Hostel Whanganui
42b College House - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
4.3
Excellent
4.3/5
Cleanliness
4.7/5
Staff & service
3.8/5
Amenities
3.9/5
Property conditions & facilities
1/5 Terrible
Verified traveller
4 Jan. 2020
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
5/5 Excellent
Verified traveller
7 Sep. 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
5/5 Excellent
Norman
14 Aug. 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Affordable Accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
4/5 Good
Verified traveller
Business traveller
15 Jul. 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
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