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Chalet Backpackers

296 High Street, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand
Dunedin, New Zealand
See location+64 274 708 484
From
$57
Cheapest

rate per night

7.7
Good
based on 702 reviews
702 reviews

Overview

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Situated in Dunedin and with Taieri Gorge Railway reachable within 1.2 km, Chalet Backpackers features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. Popular points of interest nearby include Dunedin Casino, NZSG Dunedin Research and Dunedin Public Art Gallery. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests. All rooms at the hostel are fitted with a shared bathroom and bed linen. You can play billiards at Chalet Backpackers. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Toitu Otago Settlers Museum, The Octagon and Dunedin Railway Station. Dunedin Airport is 27 km from the property.
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7.7
Good
Based on 702 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Chalet Backpackers

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • No smoking
  • Smoke alarms
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Heating
  • Trash cans

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

General

  • Window
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Pool table

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom

Outdoor

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed

Dining

  • Shared kitchen

Services and conveniences

  • Tour desk

Reviews of Chalet Backpackers

7.7
Good
702 verified ratings
Wonderful
231
Very good
188
Good
134
Okay
60
Fair
40
Mediocre
19
Poor
30

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Location

296 High Street, Dunedin 9016

What's nearby

  • Dunedin City Centre0.4 mi
  • Dunedin Chinese Garden0.5 mi
  • Fortune Theatre0.5 mi
  • St. Pauls Cathedral0.5 mi
  • Otago Settlers Museum0.5 mi
  • The Octagon0.5 mi
  • Dunedin Town Hall0.5 mi
  • Dunedin Public Libraries0.6 mi
  • Moana Pool0.7 mi
  • New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame0.7 mi
  • Carisbrook1 mi
  • Kaikorai Presbyterian Church1.1 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 1:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Chalet Backpackers

Low season

December

High season

March

Average price (weeknight)

$34

Average price (weekend night)

$23
Cheapest month to stay with an average 64% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 67% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Chalet Backpackers

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Chalet Backpackers

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Chalet Backpackers, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in December and May.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Chalet Backpackers, plan to stay on a Friday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Sunday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Chalet Backpackers was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $16, while the most expensive was $16.
  • How long should you stay at Chalet Backpackers? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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FAQs when booking at Chalet Backpackers

  • Where is Chalet Backpackers located?

    Chalet Backpackers is located at 296 High Street in Dunedin CBD, 0.5 miles from the center of Dunedin. Dunedin City Centre is the closest landmark to Chalet Backpackers.

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

    Check-in time is 1:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Chalet Backpackers.

  • Does Chalet Backpackers offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Chalet Backpackers offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Chalet Backpackers offer free parking?

    Yes, Chalet Backpackers offers free parking.

  • How far is Chalet Backpackers from the airport?

    Chalet Backpackers is 14.9 miles from Dunedin.

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

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Chalet 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 Chalet 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 Chalet Backpackers.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.4

Distance to city center

0.5 mi

Nearest Airport

Dunedin

Distance to airport

14.5 mi