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Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers in Pipitea is minutes from Wellington's center. Enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast, evening drinks at the bar, or local dishes at the restaurant. Free in-room WiFi keeps you connected, and the staff offers city exploration guidance.
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7.6 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
The current price is ¥7,392
¥8,500 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
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Double Ensuite
8.0 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
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Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
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Premium Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm
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Twin, Double & Single Ensuite
8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
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Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom (8 Beds)
8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
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Private bathroom
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Double Shared Bathroom
7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
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Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom (6 Beds)
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
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Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4 Beds)
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Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (6 Bed, Female Only)
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Bunk Style Twin (Shared Bathroom)
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Single (Shared Bathroom)
8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
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LCD TV
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Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom
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LCD TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
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Single Room, Ensuite
8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
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Heating
LCD TV
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Iron/ironing board
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Double Room with Private Bathroom
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Bed In 4-Bed Dormitory
8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
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Single Room with Shared Bathroom
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Twin Double&Single Ensuite
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Double Room with Shared Bathroom
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
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Bed In 8 Bed Dormitory
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About the neighborhood
Located in Pipitea, a neighborhood in Wellington, Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers is near a train station and near the beach. Wellington Cenotaph and Museum of Wellington City and Sea are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Lambton Quay and Cuba Street Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at TSB Bank Arena, or consider a night out at The Opera House. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as kayaking.

6011, Wellington, 1 Bunny Street Wellington Cbd
What's nearby
- Wellington Central Business District - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- TSB Bank Arena - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Sky Stadium - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Te Papa - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Interislander Ferry Terminal - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Mojo Featherston - 2 min walk
- Rydges Hotel - 3 min walk
- Vicbooks Cafe - 3 min walk
- McDonald's - 1 min walk
- The Old Bailey - 5 min walk
About this property
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
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Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Deposit: NZD 20.00 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
- Late check-out fee: NZD 10 (subject to availability)
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
National rating
For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.
Property is also known as
Downtown Backpackers
Downtown Backpackers Hostel
Downtown Backpackers Hostel Wellington
Downtown Backpackers Wellington
Hotel Waterloo Backpackers
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers Wellington
Hotel Waterloo Backpackers (formerly Downtown Backpackers)
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
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Reviews
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers Reviews
7.6
Good
7.6
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
8.0
Staff & service
6.6
Eco-friendliness
7.0
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Sep 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
KAREN
Sep 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
KAREN
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Katina
Sep 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Katina
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Ken
Aug 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ken
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Trish
Sep 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Trish
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Isoa
Aug 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Isoa
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mark
Sep 26, 2025
Mark
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
William
Aug 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
William
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
4/10 Poor
Ning
Sep 25, 2025
Disliked: Amenities
Ning
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
4/10 Poor
Ben
Sep 15, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Ben
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
4/10 Poor
Shama Rolyn
Sep 25, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Shama Rolyn
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
MISAKI
Jul 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
MISAKI
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Matthew
May 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Matthew
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
6/10 Okay
Hala
Aug 4, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Hala
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paul
Mar 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Paul
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
6/10 Okay
Mohamed
Sep 3, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mohamed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Henry
Jun 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Henry
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Krolle
Feb 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Krolle
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Catherine
Feb 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Catherine
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
4/10 Poor
Furqan Haider
Aug 10, 2025
Furqan Haider
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Mau
Jan 8, 2025
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mau
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Linda
May 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Linda
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
doris
Mar 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
doris
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
6/10 Okay
Ritaben
Jun 11, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Ritaben
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
rg
Apr 19, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
rg
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025