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Uptown Backpackers
1 star

Uptown Backpackers

243 Moray Place, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand
+64 220 677 958
From
$52
Cheapest

rate per night

7.8
Good

based on 397 reviews

Uptown Backpackers
Mon 5/13
-
Tue 5/14
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
Standard room

About Uptown Backpackers

  • Hostel Room
    An affordable stay with shared facilities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free
Well situated in the centre of Dunedin, UpTown Backpackers offers free WiFi and a shared lounge. The property is set 2 km from Forsyth Barr Stadium, 200 metres from The Octagon and 600 metres from Dunedin Railway Station. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests. At the hostel all rooms are equipped with a shared bathroom and bed linen. Popular points of interest near UpTown Backpackers include Taieri Gorge Railway, Toitu Otago Settlers Museum and Otago Museum. The nearest airport is Dunedin Airport, 28 km from the accommodation.

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Latest deals for Uptown Backpackers

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at Uptown Backpackers

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Golf
  • No smoking
  • Air-conditioned
  • Smoke alarms
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Non-feather pillow

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Air-conditioned
  • Smoke alarms
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

General

  • Family rooms
  • Lockers
  • Storage available

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Golf

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying

Dining

  • Shared kitchen

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Services and conveniences

  • Mini-market on site

Reviews of Uptown Backpackers

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7.8
GoodBased on 397 verified guest reviews
8.1Families
7.9Couples
7.8Solo
8.2Friends

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Location

243 Moray Place, Dunedin 9016

What's nearby

  • Dunedin Town Hall165 yd
  • Regent Theatre251 yd
  • Otago Settlers Museum0.3 mi
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden1.3 mi
  • Baldwin Street2.2 mi
  • St. Clair Beach2.6 mi
  • St. Clair Golf Club3 mi
  • Tomahak Beach3 mi
  • Glenfalloch Gardens3.9 mi
  • Mount Cargill4.7 mi
  • Boulder Beach5.5 mi
  • Larnach Castle5.7 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Uptown Backpackers

Low season

January

High season

February

Average price (weeknight)

$55

Average price (weekend night)

$65
Cheapest month to stay with an average 57% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 36% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Uptown Backpackers

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Top tips for your stay at Uptown Backpackers

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Uptown Backpackers, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and August.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Uptown Backpackers, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Uptown Backpackers was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $62, while the most expensive was $62.
  • How long should you stay at Uptown Backpackers? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Uptown Backpackers

  • Where is Uptown Backpackers located?

    Uptown Backpackers is located at 243 Moray Place in Dunedin CBD, 0.1 miles from the center of Dunedin. Dunedin Town Hall is the closest landmark to Uptown Backpackers.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Uptown Backpackers?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Uptown Backpackers.

  • Does Uptown Backpackers offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Uptown Backpackers offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Uptown Backpackers from the airport?

    Uptown Backpackers is 14.8 miles from Dunedin.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Uptown Backpackers hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Uptown Backpackers in Dunedin and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Uptown Backpackers and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Uptown Backpackers.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.6

Distance to city center

0.1 mi

Nearest Airport

Dunedin

Distance to airport

15.0 mi