Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers | Hostel in Wellington

| 7.1 (4047 Reviews) |   172 Bedrooms  10 Bathrooms  22 Guests
Wellington Hostel | Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

172 Bedroom Hostel in Wellington

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers offers budget accommodations in the center of Wellington. It features a 24-hour guest kitchen, self-service laundry facilities and a games room with pool tables. Guests receive unlimited free WiFi. Formerly the historic Hotel Waterloo, which hosted Queen Elizabeth II’s entourage on her 1953 Coronation Tour, the hostel features elegant staircases, high ceilings and a café in the old ballroom. Wellington Railway Station is only 656 feet from Wellington Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers. It is an 8-minute walk to TSB Arena and a 12-minute walk to Westpac Stadium. Private and shared rooms are available. All rooms include heating and bed linen is provided. Each private room has a work desk and cable TV. Secure lockers are provided for all guests.

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers is located in Wellington.

This 172 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Guest Services, Entertainment, Internet, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 4047 reviews with the average score of 7.1 . Coming to Wellington and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 172 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this place in Wellington. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

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Amenities

TV
Wheelchair Accessible
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Safe
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Smoke-free property
Guest Services
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Baggage storage
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Lockers
  • Laundry
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Security/Safety
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • First aid kits available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Mobile app for room service
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Cashless payment available

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a credit card, kindly contact hotel waterloo & backpackers directly if any member of your party is under 18, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation, please note that this property requires a refundable nzd 20 key deposit upon check in.this amount will be refunded after the key is returned.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.47
Location:
8.74
Staff:
7.6
Facilities:
6.61
Comfort:
6.91
Cleanliness:
6.96
Jenny
Dec 13, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   5
New Zealand
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Reasonably central location.
Negative: Tired dirty room and bathroom. Curtains missing hooks. Tiles in bathroom haven't been cleaned in years.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Single Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 25 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Towels, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shared bathroom, Private bathroom

General

Heating, Key card access, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Trash cans

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Single Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 32 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Towels, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shared bathroom, Private bathroom

General

Heating, Key card access, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Trash cans

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Single Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Single
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet, Towels

Living Area

Desk

General

Heating, Key card access, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Double Room with Private Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 32 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Double Room with Private Bathroom

Bathroom

Shower, Private bathroom, Toilet, Towels

Living Area

Desk

General

Heating, Key card access, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Satellite channels

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Basic Twin Room
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 20 m2
2 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet, Towels

Living Area

Desk

General

Heating, Key card access, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Trash cans

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 34 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Towels, Toilet, Shared bathroom, Private bathroom

General

Heating, Key card access, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Trash cans

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Double or Twin Room
Room Type: Twin/Double
Room Size: 36 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Double or Twin Room

Bathroom

Shower, Private bathroom, Toilet, Towels

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Radio, Flat-screen TV

General

Heating, Key card access, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Trash cans

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 32 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Bathroom

Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet, Towels

General

Heating, Key card access, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Trash cans

Bedroom

Linens, Alarm clock

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Single Room with Bathroom
Room Type: Single
Room Size: 25 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Private bathroom, Toilet, Towels

General

Heating, Key card access, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

Linens, Alarm clock

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Standard Single Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Single
Room Size: 25 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Towels, Toilet, Toilet paper, Shared bathroom

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV

General

Key card access, Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 32 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Towels, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shared bathroom, Private bathroom

General

Key card access, Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 25 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Towels, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shared bathroom, Private bathroom

General

Key card access, Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Twin Room with Bathroom
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 32 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Twin Room with Bathroom

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Towels, Toilet

General

Key card access, Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Standard Single Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Single
Room Size: 25 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Towels, Toilet, Toilet paper, Shared bathroom

General

Key card access, Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 35 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Shower, Toilet, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom

Living Area

Desk

General

Heating, Key card access, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Trash cans

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Single Bed in Premium Mixed 8-bed Dormitory
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 32 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet
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