UpTown Backpackers

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 7.9
Rated good

Excellent location!

9.4

Property highlights

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: UpTown Backpackers in Dunedin offers family rooms with comfortable beds and a fully equipped kitchen. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Convenient Facilities: Guests can enjoy a lounge, shared kitchen, minimarket, daily housekeeping service, full-day security, and luggage storage. Shared bathrooms include showers and hairdryers. Prime Location: Located 28 km from Dunedin Airport, the hostel is a short walk from Taieri Gorge Railway (7 minutes), Toitu Otago Settlers Museum (700 metres), and Dunedin Railway Station (600 metres). Nearby attractions include Otago Museum and Dunedin Public Art Gallery. Activities and Surroundings: Scuba diving is available in the surrounding area. Guests appreciate the convenient location, comfortable beds, and well-equipped kitchen.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Laundry

Situated in the real heart of Dunedin, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4

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4 bunk beds
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 bunk bed
10 bunk beds
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Natalie
Netherlands Netherlands
“The beds are good. The kitchen is big enough. Everything is clean.”
Marylan
New Zealand New Zealand
“i like everything about UpTown. the place, cleanliness and the staff.”
Or
Israel Israel
“It's a very good and simple hestel - clean and nice.”
Chris
Australia Australia
“Stayed in a private room for one night whilst travelling through. Very central to the Octagon and a lot of restaurants, bars and entertainment. Clean and tidy rooms and surprisingly quiet, especially for a Friday night. Shared and female only...”
Jeffery
New Zealand New Zealand
“Fantastic location, right in the city. Close to supermarket, cafe and all shops. Friendly staff. Great value for money!”
Mohammed
Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
“For the price it is very ideal and the place is nice and beautiful and it is considered right in the middle of the city. The receptionists were very welcoming, especially David”
Loreleï
France France
“The beds are very comfortable, the rooms well decorated and spacious, very pleasant. And the location is really top, right in the centre, which is really practical! The price is very reasonable for the quality and location.”
Amy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent location and super friendly staff. It does have everything you need and it great value for money but it feels like a small place.”
Andrew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Pod beds were great. Kitchen is sufficient, bathrooms were clean and shower was good. Lounge area is nice.”
Xi
Malaysia Malaysia
“The bed is super comfy! I hope I can get one back🤣”

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House rules

UpTown Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 00:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform UpTown Backpackers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.