On Top Backpackers | Hostel in Dunedin

| 8.1 (1365 Reviews) |   65 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  10 Guests
Dunedin City Centre Hostel | On Top Backpackers

65 Bedroom Hostel in Dunedin City Centre, Dunedin

With the best location in town, locally owned On Top Backpackers & Apartments has something for every traveler! Reception is located on the ground floor which doubles as our very own vintage Poolhouse Bar & Café, available for all guests to enjoy throughout their stay. The hostel is a restricted R18 property up two flights of stairs across one level, with 24-hour key card accessibility and the latest security system. We have a variety of rooms ranging from 6-8 bed dorms, private ensuites to newly built furnished apartments. Every room selection offers fresh linen, heating, complimentary continental breakfast, and unlimited highspeed Wi-Fi. Complete with fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities, a beautiful sundeck overlooking the city, luggage storage and parking options, On Top is a Top Spot!!"

On Top Backpackers is located in Dunedin.

This 65 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Sports/Activities, Entertainment, Internet, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 1365 reviews with the average score of 8.1 . Coming to Dunedin 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.

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Amenities

Designated Smoking Area
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Bar
  • Coffee house on site
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Pool table
  • Evening entertainment
  • Game room
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Happy hour
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Designated smoking area
  • Safe
  • Heating
  • Adults only
  • Non-smoking rooms
Guest Services
  • Tour desk
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Laundry
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Sun deck
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • First aid kits available
  • Cashless payment available
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized

Policies

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

Please note that this property has a strict 'no party policy', if you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. this is subject to availability. extra charges will apply.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, 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.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.25
Location:
9.09
Staff:
8.29
Facilities:
7.74
Comfort:
7.97
Cleanliness:
8
Nov 22, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   7
New Zealand
Reviewer Type: Extended Group
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 1 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Bathroom

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

General

Iron, Key card access, Reading light, Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Heating, Soundproof, Trash cans

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Terrace, Patio

Kitchen

Kitchen

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

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

Bathroom

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

General

Iron, Key card access, Reading light, Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Heating, Soundproof, Trash cans

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Terrace, Patio

Kitchen

Kitchen

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Single Room
Room Type: Single
Room Size: 7 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
Single Room

Bathroom

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

General

Iron, Key card access, Reading light, Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Heating, Soundproof, Trash cans

Living Area

Sitting area

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Terrace, Patio

Kitchen

Kitchen

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Double or Twin Room
Room Type: Twin/Double
Room Size: 7 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Double or Twin Room

Bathroom

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

General

Key access, Iron, Privacy curtain, Key card access, Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Heating, Soundproof, Trash cans

Living Area

Sitting area

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Terrace, Patio

Kitchen

Kitchen

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
Room Type: Twin/Double
Room Size: 9 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Bathroom

Shampoo, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Conditioner, Body soap, Toilet

Media & Technology

TV

General

Key access, Iron, Privacy curtain, Key card access, Reading light, Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Heating, Private entrance, Soundproof, Trash cans

Living Area

Sitting area

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Terrace, Patio

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

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

Bathroom

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

General

Iron, Key card access, Reading light, Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Heating, Soundproof, Trash cans

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Terrace, Patio

Kitchen

Kitchen

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Executive Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 14 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Executive Suite

Bathroom

Shampoo, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Conditioner, Body soap, Toilet

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV

General

Trash cans, Key access, Iron, Interconnecting room(s) available, Privacy curtain, Key card access, Reading light, Carpeted, Smoke Alarm, Ironing facilities, Heating, Private entrance, Soundproof, Electric blankets

Living Area

Sitting area

Kitchen

Washing machine, Dryer

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
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