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Stafford Gables Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, near University of Otago

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Terrace/patio
Property amenity
Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Exclusive Triple Room | Shared kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
A rooftop terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Stafford Gables Hostel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

5.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Stovetop
Mixer
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Stovetop
Mixer
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Shared Dormitory (6-Bed) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory (6-Bed)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Stovetop
Mixer
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 25 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Stovetop
Mixer
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Studio Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Suite

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
2 bathrooms
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Lobster/crab pot
Freezer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Triple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Stovetop
Mixer
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Single Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Lobster/crab pot
Freezer
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Exclusive Triple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Exclusive Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Lobster/crab pot
Freezer
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 15 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Comfort Quadruple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Lobster/crab pot
Freezer
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

4-bed Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite

  • Sleeps 2
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About the neighborhood

Dunedin City Centre, a neighborhood in Dunedin, is home to Stafford Gables Hostel. Dunedin Town Hall and Regent Theatre are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Natures Wonders Naturally and Orokonui Ecosanctuary. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Edgar Centre or Forsyth Barr Stadium.
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Map
9016, Dunedin, 71 Stafford St, Dunedin Central

What's nearby

  • Grand Casino - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Speight's Brewery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Octagon - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • University of Otago - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 15 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moons - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sool Dunedin - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Steamer Basin Brewery & Taproom - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sessions Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Plato - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Stafford Gables Hostel

Hostel near University of Otago
Take advantage of a rooftop terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities at Stafford Gables Hostel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Barbecue grills, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Stafford Gables Hostel offer comforts such as heated floors, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and rice cookers
  • Heated floors, mixers, and toasters

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms (in-room sinks)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Rice cooker
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Heated floor
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 3:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of NZD 25 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 25 per person (one-way)
  • Pet fee: NZD 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Towels fee: NZD 2 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Stafford Gables Hostel Dunedin
Stafford Gables Dunedin
Stafford Gables
Stafford Gables Hostel Dunedin
Stafford Gables Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Stafford Gables Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Dunedin

Frequently asked questions

Is Stafford Gables Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of NZD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Stafford Gables Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Stafford Gables Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Stafford Gables Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Stafford Gables Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NZD 25 per person applies.

Where is Stafford Gables Hostel located?

Located in Dunedin City Centre, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Grand Casino and University of Otago. Speight's Brewery and Dunedin Chinese Garden are also within 10 minutes. Dunedin Railway Station is 15 minutes by foot.

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Stafford Gables Hostel Reviews

Reviews

5.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 33 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Angela

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Eerie feeling

Very outdated, the vibe from the whole place made me sleep with the light on as there was something very eerie about the place, the communal bathrooms were pretty bad, no soap, no one had cleaned the entire time I was there, razors left behind in shower put me off, and hardly any lighting in there once it goes dark. Curtains had mould on them and pillows were dirty, one window permanently open in my room so there was a breeze but overall a cheap room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

2/10 Terrible

Jaime

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No refunds is practically theft. We paid and received nothing. Phone call was ridiculous also, no conversation, no reasons, do they even speak English here? Infuriating experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
It is a view in the Historical Hotel. In good condition. Me and my son enjoy the Piano as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The stairs were very high in the tread which made them difficult for me.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor conditions but good value
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I liked the price but you get what you pay for. The room was cold, damp and draughty. I would not sleep on the top bunks as they were unstable. Heating was inadequate on 30 minute timers and only one shower and toilet per three rooms or up to a dozen people. Alright if you are young and healthy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property needs some investment, light bulbs replaced, fixing dripping taps. Overall its a hostel with good service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

2/10 Terrible

Tina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worse place to stay in Dunedin

It was horrible and cold and dirty and smelly and the price was ridiculous for 1 night in a absolute dive $180..absolutely the worse place ever and i didnt feel safe there at all
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good low-budget accommodation. It would have been better if there was some non-see through glass in the upstairs bathroom. And if the reception was available for longer hours.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great basic accommodation but all you need. Good service, clean and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don't recommend.

We did not feel safe or comfortable for this stay. The room smelt of cigarette smoke and the whole place was run down. You even had to buy your own loo roll!! It was not provided for free!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Uncomfort and Inconvenience

The eftpos machine was not working for two days and requested to pay cash, couldn't even pay through online banking. Had to go out get cash which was very inconvenient. It didn't provide toliet paper and it costed $1 to get a roll in reception. The check-in time on hotel.com was incorrect and reception closed before we arrived. The reception lady was nice to come back to drop off the key.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great Service, Average Accommodation

The hotel is a little run down, although our room was comfortable and the receptionist was very friendly and helpful. As a budget option you get what you pay for, we found the price very reasonable but probably would choose elsewhere next time
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

2/10 Terrible

Steve

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst place ever

Booked some where else where we felt safe. Spoke to a couple the next day who did stay. They came from UK and said the police what the night before was not comfortable. We booked a double bed room. Got a small single room. They rang me the day before we were due to arrive. And asked if I had spoken to them the day before and cancelled the room. I had not !!! Do not stay there. !!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brian, Herbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Terrible

Terrible hostel, loud and unclean. Won't return!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

saita, 日本

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの対応がとても親切で良かったです。宿泊の流れが順調に進められて快適に過ごすことができました。
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
All basics covered. A nice stay in Dunedin for the price and location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to the CBD, off-street parking, clean building but old..
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Room comfort

Einmal reicht

Es war so kalt, die Gäste und das Personal sind mit Winterjacke und Mütze rumgelaufen, drinnen. Der Gemeinschaftsraum in dem man essen sollte war so kalt, das man sich wirklich nicht aufhalten möchte. Beim Einchecken hatte man unsere Reservierung nicht, haben dann aber doch schnell ein Zimmer bekommen. Die Terrassentür in unseren Zimmer ließ sich nicht schließen und stand über Nacht somit leicht auf.:-(. Die Küche war interessant. 4 Tassen für das gesamte Hostel. Es war nicht wirklich sauber. Gewöhnungsbedürftig.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

Wade, Dunedin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not change the bed sheets and pillow covers. Weed and grass are growing everywhere in the garden and doors. Property is in low maintenance
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

4/10 Poor

Andrei

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No wifi in dormitory, extremely cold

They cheat you about internet. Don't believe! There is no wifi connection in the dormitory! You can fiind some in the corridor of kitchen. The whole building including all communal areas is terribly cold. The heater in the room produces unbelievable jetplane noise, so you cannot use it at night. And anyway the timer is set to 1 hour.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018