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Our top choices for Waitati hostels

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven and two wall-mounted lights.

1. Uptown Backpackers

Uptown Backpackers
1.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (56 reviews)
"Staff are friendly, clean rooms, kitchen and bathroom."
Australia
Margie
The price is ￥5,517
￥9,059 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Uptown Backpackers
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a countertop, and a large window offering a view of trees and buildings.

2. On Top Apartments & Hostel Backpackers

On Top Apartments & Hostel Backpackers
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (217 reviews)
"I had a great private room that was away from the noisy backpacker dorms, and clean and well maintained. The common spaces are fine, and the location is superb. I would definitely stay there again."
United States
Benjamin N.
The price is ￥7,649
￥8,796 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
On Top Apartments & Hostel Backpackers
A hotel room with two single beds, a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

3. Manor on the Park Backpackers

Manor on the Park Backpackers
1.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"8 bed dorm was really spacious. Loved the curtains, really made it feel cosy and cocoonlike. Comfy duvet and pillow and CLEAN. Super warm too, really felt like a home away from home. The staff, especially Martin, was really helpful. Would stay again when I’m back in Dunedin."
Australia
Audrey
The price is ￥6,742
￥7,866 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Manor on the Park Backpackers
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Top Waitati Hotel Reviews

The Chamberson

The Chamberson

10/10 Excellent
"Right in the centre and very close to the station. We had a double room apartment and it easily accommodated 4 adults. It was very clean and well equipped if you wanted to eat in."
Chris 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Chamberson

Find out more about Waitati

Waitati Hostels information

Number of reviews
286
Accommodation
4 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥7,866
Highest Price
￥9,059

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Waitati?
You may like the nightly rates at this top accommodation option in the surrounding area, which has good reviews from our customers: Melmarie Cosy Retreat X by Tiny Away - 1 mi (1.6 km) from the heart of Waitati. Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Dunedin Railway Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi, free parking, and a restaurant at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Waitati?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 57°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 46°F. Average annual precipitation for Waitati is 32 inches.
What is there to see and do in Waitati?
Depending on your interests, you might like to check out the area around Waitati. Get out into nature with places like Doctors Point, Royal Albatross Centre, and Dunedin Botanic Garden. Cultural attractions include Otago Museum, Regent Theatre, and Port Chalmers Museum. Additional attractions include Baldwin Street, Larnach Castle, and University of Otago.
What's the best way to get to and around Waitati while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Waitati in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.), 21.6 mi (34.8 km) from the city center.

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