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7.8
Very Good
620 Total Reviews
Wonderful Location
Superb Staff
Excellent Cleanliness

Property Description

100% DUNEDIN OWNED + OPERATED :)
Edwardian historic building with lovely views of the city, harbour and peninsula, a short walk from the main street and city centre. Rooms are peaceful and spacious with unlimited, fibre optic WIFI. Alcohol restricted to the bottom floor in our pool table lounge and dining room. There is a sheltered but sunny courtyard with herb garden. The upstairs lounge is beautifully sunny and filled with books and games. Being a former hospital, most rooms have taps and sinks and there are plenty of bathroom facilities.

All linen is included, all rooms have heaters and are lockable. The building has a door code lock for 24 hour access and CC camera security in common areas. Complimentary tea and coffee in our large well-equipped kitchen.

Reviews & Ratings

7.8
Very Good
620 Total Reviews
  • Security
    8.2
  • Location
    8
  • Staff
    8.7
  • Atmosphere
    6.6
  • Cleanliness
    8
  • Value for Money
    7.7
  • Facilities
    7.7

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Latest Reviews

6.3
Good
Aug 28, 2023
This hostel was average, but I likely wouldn't choose to stay here again. The location is up a massive hill from the Octagon. Only a 10 min walk, but less than ideal late in the evening in the cold. Lots of long term backpackers here, and they act like squatters and have claimed the outlets/tables/etc for their personal use. The rooms don't have security lockers of any kind. It looks a cute little inn that is 40 years old and hasn't been updated. The main staff member who runs it was super friendly and nice
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Male, 25-30
5.7
Rating
Jul 28, 2023
The bathrooms weren’t that clean and smelled *really* bad at all times. Kitchen wasn’t maintained well (trash always full, the sponges were honestly gross). The common areas were nice to chill in when there was space. Staff was friendly. Overall I probably wouldn’t return here.
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Female, 25-30
10
Superb
Jun 09, 2023
Really nice service and lovely hostel.
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Female, 18-24

Facilities

  • Free

    • Linen Included
    • Free Parking
    • Free City Maps
    • Free WiFi
    • Free Internet Access
  • General

    • Common Room
    • Breakfast Not Included
    • Adaptors
    • Book Exchange
    • Hot Showers
    • Self-Catering Facilities
    • Cooker
    • Fridge/Freezer
    • Utensils
    • Dryer
    • Outdoor Terrace
    • Parking
    • Safe Deposit Box
    • Microwave
    • Card Phones
    • Washing Machine
  • Services

    • Laundry Facilities
    • Luggage Storage
    • Housekeeping
    • Late check-out
    • Reception (limited hours)
  • Food & Drink

    • Tea & Coffee Making Facilities
  • Entertainment

    • Board Games
    • Games Room
    • Pool Table