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The 10 Best Hostels in Wellington, New Zealand

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Located in the heart of the city of Wellington,The Marion Hostel offers a range of backpacker accommodation and features a rooftop terrace. It is just a 1-minute walk from Cuba Street where you will find a variety of restaurants, cafes and bars. Free high speed unlimited WiFi is offered throughout the property.

Exceptional hostel! Loved everything about our stay here 😊

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9.4
Superb
1,685 reviews
Price from
€ 23
per night

Worldwide Backpackers is located in central Wellington, a 10-minute walk from bars, restaurants and vibrant nightlife on Courtenay Place. It offers affordable accommodation with a shared kitchen, barbecue facilities and free Wi-Fi access.

Good location, clean, cozy and comfortable, good services and with the owner around, it felt like home.

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8.4
Very good
11 reviews
Price from
€ 20
per night

Trek Global features 4 communal guest kitchens and a barbecue area. It is a 10-minute walk from Wellington’s CBD and Wellington Waterfront. Free unlimited WiFi is provided.

Guest rooms offer simple interiors and are fully heated. Toilet and bathroom facilities are shared.

My staying was my birthday night and I was lucky to meet two girls and a boy, who are really funny and like traveling a lot. They made me feel really good even staying in an unknown city alone. I felt really joined and we enjoyed together.

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7.6
Good
1,769 reviews
Price from
€ 13
per night

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers offers budget accommodation in the centre 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.

Awesome location fantastic staff and super clean

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6.5
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4,459 reviews
Price from
€ 17
per night

The Cambridge offers a range of accommodation options, including mixed dormitory rooms and private guestrooms with en suite bathrooms. Most rooms come with SKY TV, a refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities.

Wonderful location, comfortable beds and good amenities.

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7.1
Good
1,810 reviews
Price from
€ 24
per night

There is a range of comfortable accommodation options, including private rooms with an en suite bathroom, as well as large dormitory rooms. There is a lounge and TV room, a courtyard with BBQ facilities, and a fully equipped communal kitchen.

Neat, comfortable, friendly, central

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6.6
Review score
1,705 reviews
Price from
€ 17
per night

Our shared rooms are the perfect option for budget-conscious travelers who want to enjoy the convenience and social aspects of sharing a space with like-minded travelers, without compromising on comfort or value for money.

Very clean, and friendly staff. Great location too.

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7.9
Good
212 reviews
Price from
€ 24
per night

Situated in Wellington and within 2.1 km of Freyberg Beach, 140 Ghuznee Hostel has a terrace, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 1.2 km from National War Memorial, 1.9 km from Beehive Parliament Building and 1.6 km from Basin Reserve Cricket Ground. Parliament Buildings is 1.8 km from the hostel and Wellington Botanical Gardens is 1.8 km away.

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€ 42
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Avg. price/night: € 77.84
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,811 reviews
    Excellent budget accommodation. Good, wide, and very comfortable bunk bed. Clean in all areas.
    Grant
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 52.98
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 4,459 reviews
    Cheap !! Did the job - en suite bathroom spotless. Small kettle and tea coffee provided but no fridge in room - as communal kitchen facilities I guess. It’s a backpacker place with the option of a private en suite room. You get what you get in a spendy posh hotel but at a quarter of the price !
    Jenny
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: € 113.29
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,306 reviews
    Great location. Lovely staff. Very clean in all areas. Great room, shower and bed. Felt very safe.
    Tracey
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 78.63
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,685 reviews
    Everything about my stay was excellent! The staff are so friendly, offering tips and deals on things to do in the area and just generally being so kind and fun to be around. This is without a doubt the best hostel I've ever stayed in, and perfect for travellers who are looking to make new friends.
    Elani
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 78.63
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,685 reviews
    This is the best hostel I've ever been to. Spotlessly clean, amazing facilities, lovely staff, excellent location. It's so modern and chic and has such a good atmosphere. I will be recommending this to everyone coming to Wellington!
    Katie
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 78.63
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,685 reviews
    There is everything you need and even more (rooftop, TV rooms, free of use bikes…) to make your stay comfortable. Definitely one of the best hostels ever.
    Tiliana
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 78.63
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,685 reviews
    It was in a great location in Wellington easy to walk everywhere and there are many bars and restaurants around also! It is very clean and modern. I enjoyed the beds and getting two pillows and a towel in a hostel is great! The staff were very friendly and helpful. There was also free muffins in the kitchen some days! The kitchen was also very clean!
    Chloe
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 99.26
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,710 reviews
    Great location with easy walking to town. Safe onsite parking which was great bonus.
    Suzanne
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 78.63
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,685 reviews
    On arrival the staff were very welcoming and helpful. The whole place was so clean and tidy and also secure. All the facilities you need are there. The location is perfect, with many of the city's attractions just a short walk away. It is the best hostel I have stayed in and will stay there again when I go to Wellington next.
    Vanessa
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: € 78.63
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,685 reviews
    Great location in the city and great atmosphere within the hostel. Plentiful kitchen facilities. Have to highlight the bathrooms - best hostel bathrooms I have ever experienced. Definitely recommend staying here.
    A
    Anonymous
    Solo traveller

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