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The Marion Hostel, hotel in Wellington

Located in the heart of the city of Wellington,The Marion Hostel offers a range of backpacker accommodation and features a rooftop terrace.

Great space with multiple lounges and study areas. Very fast wifi. Building is reinforced for earthquakes. Would be comfortable staying here again.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
1,725 reviews
Price from
£72
1 night, 2 adults
Haka House Wellington, hotel in Wellington

Discover the vibrant pulse of New Zealand’s capital at Haka House Wellington!

Location New World across the road. Night staff young lad just happened to pop into reception as my card would not work to open my room. Life savior I would have slept outside in the cold. Highly recommended he even comes with a Personality 5 Star mate thanks alot
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
687 reviews
Price from
£42.37
1 night, 2 adults
Worldwide Backpackers, hotel in Wellington

Worldwide Backpackers is located in central Wellington, a 10-minute walk from bars, restaurants and vibrant nightlife on Courtenay Place.

It's very central, very clean and the common areas were really nice! It has a very homely and cosy feel :)
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
46 reviews
Price from
£46.15
1 night, 2 adults
Trek Global Backpackers, hotel in Wellington

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.

Met people from different countries. Staff were awesome. Nice and close to everything in town
Scored 7.6
7.6
Rated good
Good
1,992 reviews
Price from
£53.58
1 night, 2 adults
The Cambridge Hotel, hotel in Wellington

The 19th-century The Cambridge Hotel offers accommodation in the heart of Wellington’s city centre, just 3 minutes’ walk from the Courtenay Place entertainment district.

Location is convenient as I need to do some work around the area. The common place ie bathroom and toilets quite clean which is good as I booked single room with shared toilet and bathroom.
Scored 7.1
7.1
Rated good
Good
1,779 reviews
Price from
£52.96
1 night, 2 adults
Nomads Capital Backpackers - Wellington, hotel in Wellington

Located in the heart of the city, Nomads Capital Backpackers offers 5-star backpackers accommodation. It is a 5-minute walk from Wellington's stunning waterfront.

It was ok, central
Scored 6.7
6.7
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
1,682 reviews
Price from
£38.97
1 night, 2 adults
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers, hotel in Wellington

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.

The location
Scored 6.6
6.6
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
4,313 reviews
Price from
£45.69
1 night, 2 adults
140 Ghuznee Hostel, hotel in Wellington

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.

Good service
Scored 5.8
5.8
Rated okay
Above average
39 reviews
Price from
£36.92
1 night, 2 adults
House of Pirie, hotel in Wellington

Located in Wellington, House of Pirie features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

The garden is amazing for sunny days !
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
20 reviews
House of Tawatawa, hotel in Wellington

Situated in Wellington and with Wellington Zoo reachable within 3.5 km, House of Tawatawa features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

Location
Scored 6.9
6.9
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
7 reviews
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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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  • The Marion Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,725 reviews

    Located in the heart of the city of Wellington,The Marion Hostel offers a range of backpacker accommodation and features a rooftop terrace.

    Excellent staff. Friendly atmosphere. Clean. A lovely place in every way.

  • Haka House Wellington
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 687 reviews

    Discover the vibrant pulse of New Zealand’s capital at Haka House Wellington!

    I loved the way it was set out, bright clean and beautiful

  • Trek Global Backpackers
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,992 reviews

    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.

    Good location in the CBD. Comfortable ground lobby.

  • Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
    Scored 6.6
    6.6
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 4,314 reviews

    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.

    I like the property, clean, warm and great location

  • Nomads Capital Backpackers - Wellington
    Scored 6.7
    6.7
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 1,682 reviews

    Located in the heart of the city, Nomads Capital Backpackers offers 5-star backpackers accommodation. It is a 5-minute walk from Wellington's stunning waterfront.

    Helpful and friendly staff, great with 24/7 service!

  • 140 Ghuznee Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 5.8
    5.8
    Rated okay
    Above average
     · 39 reviews

    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.

    Good room space and a little fridge I can keep my food in

  • House of Pirie
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 20 reviews

    Located in Wellington, House of Pirie features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • The Cambridge Hotel
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.1
    7.1
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,779 reviews

    The 19th-century The Cambridge Hotel offers accommodation in the heart of Wellington’s city centre, just 3 minutes’ walk from the Courtenay Place entertainment district.

    I loved the setup and how close to everything it was.

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Wellington

  • House of Pirie
    Central location
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Situated in Wellington and with Freyberg Beach reachable within 1.3 km, House of Pirie features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

  • Worldwide Backpackers
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 46 reviews

    Worldwide Backpackers is located in central Wellington, a 10-minute walk from bars, restaurants and vibrant nightlife on Courtenay Place.

    Central location. Clean facilities. Welcoming staff.

  • House of Tawatawa
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 16 reviews

    Set in Wellington and with Wellington Zoo reachable within 3.5 km, House of Tawatawa offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

    Incredible views and only a short drive from central Wellington. The rooms were nice and excellent value for money. Our stay was great!

  • House of Tawatawa
    Scored 6.9
    6.9
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 7 reviews

    Situated in Wellington and with Wellington Zoo reachable within 3.5 km, House of Tawatawa features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

FAQ about hostels in Wellington

Hostels that guests love in Wellington

  • Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,138 reviews
    Great location, friendly and professional staff, a bit dated generally, we had a budget room so wouldn't have expected great comforts. This room was the same price of the cheapest Airbnb.
    M
    Matteo
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £74.30
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,725 reviews
    I'm going to miss the Marion so much! Best hostel I've been while in NZ (and probably anywhere else!?). Super comfy bed, great staff, cool common rooms and kitchen, everything always clean! Free bike rentals! It's a great place both if you want to meet new people or if you want to be on your own. And a great place to start exploring Welly! 😊
    Beatrice
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £74.30
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,725 reviews
    Best hostel I've stayed in. Amazing converted building with lots of different areas for socialising, sitting quietly, cooking, etc. All the facilities you expect from a decent hostel and more. Like hot drinks freely available, towels provided, curtains on bunk beds.
    Yvette
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £74.30
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,725 reviews
    Best hostel we've ever stayed in - in terms of clean and facilities. The staff (didnt get the guys name unfortunately) on reception was lovely and helped us with parking! Kitchen had everything - free tea/coffee/hot chocolate and free milk & milk alternative. Free herbs and spices to help transfer your normal cheap pasta traveller dish. Room was nice and comfortable. Bathrooms clean and nice. Shared areas inviting.
    Lewis
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £54
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,992 reviews
    Global Backpackers was one of the best Hostels I've ever stayed so far, everything's perfect, specially the friendship I was always treated. Counting the days to get back there:
    Guilherme Grummt
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £54
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,992 reviews
    Hostel cat which is very friendly. very helpful and friendly staff. great location, very close to everything. kitchen had everything we needed. staff always cleaning around the hostel. different kitchens on different floors so never got too crowed. felt safe as they lock the doors and have security guards overnight. hairdryer and straighteners in bathroom.
    Natalie
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £39.23
    Scored 4.3
    4.3
    Rated disappointing
    Disappointing
     · 3,114 reviews
    safe, comfortable, cheap, great location
    David
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £54
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,992 reviews
    Great location, confortable, nice hostel for meeting people, staff was very friendly, specially Kate
    Agustin
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £74.30
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,725 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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