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Uptown Backpackers

1.0 star property
Hostel near University of Otago in Dunedin

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Fridge, microwave
Reception
Living area
Dining room
Premium Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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243 Moray Pl, Dunedin, Otago, 9016
  • The Octagon
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • University of Otago
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Speight's Brewery
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

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Deluxe Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Premium Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Shared Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Family Double or Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

  • 178 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Dunedin

Heart of Dunedin.With a stay at this Dunedin City Centre hostel, you'll be steps from Seriously Twisted and Dunedin Town Hall. The Octagon and St. Paul's Cathedral are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • The Octagon - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • University of Otago - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Speight's Brewery - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 18 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Paasha Turkish Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Albar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Craft Beer & Kitchen - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Uptown Backpackers

Hostel near University of Otago in Dunedin
Uptown Backpackers offers its guests laundry facilities, a communal living room, and a microwave in a common area. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This Dunedin hostel is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Lockers available
Uptown Backpackers offers 7 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • 15 steps to reach entrance
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 shared bathrooms
  • Shower

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.

National rating

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Property is also known as

Uptown Backpackers Dunedin
Uptown Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Uptown Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Dunedin

Frequently asked questions

How close is Uptown Backpackers to the airport?

Uptown Backpackers is 17.9 mi (25-min drive) away from the Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Uptown Backpackers?

As of Sep 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Uptown Backpackers on Sep 21, 2025 start from $53.79, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Uptown Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Uptown Backpackers.

How close is Uptown Backpackers to the beach?

This hostel is 2.9 mi (11-min drive) from St. Clair Beach and 3.8 mi (8-min drive) from Tomahak Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Uptown Backpackers offer free breakfast?

Uptown Backpackers does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Uptown Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Grand Casino (8-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Uptown Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Uptown Backpackers?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Uptown Backpackers have a pool?

Uptown Backpackers does not have a pool.

Does Uptown Backpackers have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Uptown Backpackers to downtown Dunedin?

Uptown Backpackers is 0.1 mi away from Dunedin.