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Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

2.0 star property
Art Deco Wellington hostel in Pipitea with 24-hour front desk

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Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Interior
Twin, Double & Single Ensuite | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Towels

Overview of Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

Reviews
7.6

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
1 Bunny Street Wellington Cbd, Wellington, 6011
  • Popular LocationWellington Central Business District2 min walk
  • Popular LocationLambton Quay3 min walk
  • Popular LocationTe Papa15 min walk
  • AirportWellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)18 min drive
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Room options

View all photos for Double Ensuite

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Twin, Double & Single Ensuite

Twin, Double & Single Ensuite | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin, Double & Single Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom (8 Beds)

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom (8 Beds)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Double Shared Bathroom

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom (6 Beds)

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom (6 Beds)

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4 Beds)

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4 Beds)

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (6 Bed, Female Only)

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (6 Bed, Female Only)

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Bunk Style Twin (Shared Bathroom)

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bunk Style Twin (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Single (Shared Bathroom)

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Wellington

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers is located in Pipitea, a neighbourhood in Wellington, and is near a train station and near the beach. Wellington Cenotaph and Museum of Wellington City and Sea are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Cuba Street Mall and Lambton Quay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at TSB Bank Arena, or consider a night out at The Opera House. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as kayaking.
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What's nearby

  • Wellington Central Business District - 2 min walk
  • Lambton Quay - 3 min walk
  • Te Papa - 15 min walk
  • Cuba Street Mall - 19 min walk
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Wellington Station - 1 min walk
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Trax Bar & Cafe - 2 min walk
  • McDonald's - 1 min walk
  • Mojo Featherston - 2 min walk
  • The Old Bailey - 6 min walk
  • Flamingo Joe's - 1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

Hostel located in Pipitea
Close to Te Papa and Cuba Street Mall, Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers provides laundry facilities, a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and a lift
  • Smoke-free property, ATM/banking services and a vending machine
  • A front desk safe and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak well of the overall value and location
Room features
All 108 rooms include comforts such as free WiFi and safes. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM–noon for a fee: NZD 15–30 for adults and NZD 10–30 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Art Deco architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels

More

  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 10
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately NZD 15 to 30 for adults and from NZD 10 to 30 for children
  • Late check-out 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

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

Downtown Backpackers
Downtown Backpackers Hostel
Downtown Backpackers Hostel Wellington
Downtown Backpackers Wellington
Hotel Waterloo Backpackers
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers Wellington
Hotel Waterloo Backpackers (formerly Downtown Backpackers)
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers?

As of 19 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers on 24 Apr 2024 start from ₹6,067.74, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers?

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for NZD 10 (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers located?

Located in Pipitea, this hostel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Wellington Central Business District, Te Papa and Cuba Street Mall. Lambton Quay and Archives New Zealand are also within 5 minutes. Wellington Station is only a 1-minute walk.

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 227 out of 975 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 411 out of 975 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 222 out of 975 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 975 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 975 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Inia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
To be honest we were not expecting much but were pleasantly surprised. A good size king bed and room was clean as was the shared toilet although no one seemed to be in the other room. Across the road from train station and bus depots so excellent if you had no hire car. Only thing it didn’t have was a fridge
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Itvwas very convenient being able to check in early. Being across the road from the train station made our whole trip very stressless
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Sangeeta

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, convenient, slightly tatty, single rooms quiet
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jean

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean & tidy. Waiting time to book in & out could be quicker if there were two staff members at the reception desk as opposed to one. Difficulties finding a 10-15 parking spot close to the entrance in order to drop off luggage etc as vehicle had to be parked at Grey Street secure parking
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Gillian

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great for the Bluebridge ferry and train station. It is on a busy road/corner and there was significant traffic noise. The room was pleasant (en suite) but parts of the hotel were a bit shabby- but what was expected.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean, tidy, well located, accommodating staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Alton

Travelled with partner
Close to the train station
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at hotel waterloo many times. It's my home away from home.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024