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. The heated guest rooms come with fresh linen. Toilet and bathroom facilities are shared. The property offers self-service laundry facilities. There is a guest lounge with satellite TV. Wellington Worldwide Backpackers is a 10-minute drive from Interislander Cook Strait Ferry and a 15-minute walk from Te Papa Museum. Wellington Airport is a 15-minute drive away.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Wellington, this property has an excellent location score of 8.6


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
9.0
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Wellington
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Gabi
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Only stayed for one night with a friend so can't give too much detail, but we had a very comfortable stay! The facilities were all very nice, and the location is great - it's a short and easy walk to Cuba Street. The booking itself was easy, as...
  • Eli
    United States United States
    The bathroom, kitchen, and other facilities were more than sufficient. Overall the location was quite good—quiet but walking distance to downtown Wellington.
  • Florencia
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very good location, clean and comfortable bedroom, clean bathroom (I only used the female toilet/shower downstairs, I didn't check the other bathrooms)

Property surroundings

Facilities of Worldwide Backpackers
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Worldwide Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 12:00 to 18:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 07:30 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of NZD 200 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 96. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash Bankcard Worldwide Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

PASSPORT REQUIRED FOR ENTRY.

On arrival we need to see passports for each guest checking in as well as a valid credit card in the name of the person who made the booking.

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please ensure you have contacted us.

For group bookings please contact us. A non refundable deposit will be required.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check-in when accompanied by a parent or an official guardian

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Worldwide Backpackers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A damage deposit of NZD 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Worldwide Backpackers

  • Check-in at Worldwide Backpackers is from 12:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Worldwide Backpackers is 700 yards from the centre of Wellington. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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    • The prices at Worldwide Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.