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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: UpTown Backpackers in Dunedin offers family rooms with comfortable beds and a shared kitchen. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Convenient Facilities: Guests can enjoy a lounge, minimarket, shared bathrooms with showers, and a hairdryer. Additional services include housekeeping, full-day security, and luggage storage. Prime Location: Located 17 mi from Dunedin Airport, the hostel is a short walk from Taieri Gorge Railway (7 minutes) and Toitu Otago Settlers Museum (2297 feet). Nearby attractions include Otago Museum and Dunedin Railway Station. Local Activities: Scuba diving is available in the surrounding area.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Laundry
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Guests who stayed here loved
Tanapol
Thailand“-Staffs were very friendly and helpful -The room was spacious and clean -Clean facilities (kitchen and bathroom) -Restaurants and grocery store nearby which were great”- Tessa
Canada“Small hostel right in the center of town. Very comfortable beds with outlets. Small kitchen but it was never crowded. The massive sectional with Netflix was a big plus. No organized social events and didn’t love that the bathrooms were mixed, also...” 
Stantfelix
Indonesia“The location was fantastic, right in the center of activities of Dunedin (restaurants, bars, and shops), and very close to a major bus stop. The reception staff let me check in a bit early, which was much appreciated. The common areas were cozy...”- Paish
New Zealand“Always a pleasure to stay here , friendly people , great facilities and excellent value as well as being central to everything in town , supermarket and buses within 5 minute walk. Recommend this to groups and solo travelers of all ages.” - Anika
Germany“I just loved this hostel. Such a good vibe and the beds are super comfy with a curtain 🤩 and own charger at the bed 😍 I spent a longer time there and didn't regret it at all. I'd always come back for sure” - Ruoxu
China“Location. Cleanness. Friendly staff. Cute dog. Lockers (with keys) available.” - Andrea Germany“Very nice stuff, easy check-in, nice ambiance, big equipped kitchen, comfy beds, spacious room, clean facilities, good location. I thank the team for all their efforts 😊”
- Ma
Philippines“The receptionist was really really nice. The facilities are all clean. The toilet and shower area are all clean. We will rebook here when we visit Dunedin again.” - Zivanah New Zealand“The female dorm was really lovely and comfortable, it was set up for maximum privacy and was a really enjoyable space. Can't beat the location, bars and restaurants, galleries and architecture nearby. Free overnight parking only a couple minute...”
- Gu China“It was only one night stay, but room was nice and comfortable and staff were nice and helpful”
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House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform UpTown Backpackers of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
