Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers, Wellington ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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1 Bunny Street, Wellington, New Zealand, 6011

Very good

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7.3

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2.7

“Staying right across the street from the main train terminal made our travels so much easier and stress-free!”view full review

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers offers budget accommodation in the heart of Wellington with a combination of hotel and dormitory-style rooms. With a 7.0/10 rating on Booking.com, it features a games room, 24-hour guest kitchen, and self-service laundry facilities.

Rooms & Amenities

The Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers provides a variety of accommodations, including private rooms and shared dormitory options. The private rooms are recently redecorated with modern en-suite bathrooms, while the shared dormitory rooms offer clean single bunk beds configured for 2, 4, 6, or 8 guests, with some featuring en-suite bathrooms.

Dining & Kitchen Facilities

Dining options include the on-site restaurant, The Duke of Wellington, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Additionally, guests can utilize the self-catering kitchen for meal preparation.

Leisure & Group Accommodation

Recreational facilities at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers include a spacious common room and a games room equipped with pool tables. The hotel specializes in group accommodations, making it suitable for school excursions and sports teams.

Location & Transportation

The hotel is conveniently located within easy walking distance from Wellington Railway Station and other transportation options, such as the Inter-Islander ferry terminal. Major attractions like Te Papa and the Wellington Museum are within a 12-minute walk.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Bunk Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

2 persons

25 m²

1 Bunk bed

Shower

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Bed 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

2 persons

32 m²

1 Bunk bed

Shower

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Standard Single Room

2 persons

25 m²

1 Single bed

Shower

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Twin Room Bathroom

2 persons

32 m²

2 Single beds

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What our guests says about facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Affordable Dining

The dining facilities at Hotel Waterloo were a pleasant surprise. I ordered a 300gm steak from the cafe, and it was cooked to perfection at a bargain price. The breakfast options were also incredibly affordable, making it easy to enjoy a delicious meal without breaking the bank. Overall, a great culinary experience that I thoroughly enjoyed during my stay.

Molly123. Australia, read full review

Comfy & Warm Room

I stayed in a single room with a shared bathroom that was both warm and surprisingly clean. The bed was comfortable, which made for a restful night after a busy day of exploring. The common areas were well-kept, and it felt like a great value for my money.

JohnDoe. United Kingdom, read full review

Convenient Parking Options

I appreciated the availability of street parking at night and the option to use paid parking just a block away. As a guest of Waterloo Hotel, I received discounts, making it very convenient for me to explore Wellington without worrying about parking costs.

Gemma_Wellington. New Zealand, read full review

Fun Common Areas

The common areas at Hotel Waterloo were fantastic, especially the bar and pool table. The pool tables were free to use, which added a great sense of fun to the atmosphere. I enjoyed some friendly games while sipping on reasonably priced drinks, making it an enjoyable evening.

BrendanTravel. Canada, read full review

What’s included

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Shared kitchen
Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Board games

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating

Self-catering

Shared kitchen
Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

1 Bunny Street, Wellington, New Zealand, 6011

Map view

1 Bunny Street, Wellington, New Zealand, 6011

City landmarks

Museum

Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

1.5 km

Botanical Garden

Wellington Botanic Garden

1.7 km

Museum

Wellington Museum

610 m

Stadium

TSB Bank Arena Wellington

660 m

Landmark

Cuba Street

1.5 km

Gallery

City Gallery Wellington

1.1 km

Planetarium

Space Place at Carter Observatory

1.5 km

Stadium

Westpac Stadium

820 m

Landmark

Katherine Mansfield Birthplace

1.3 km

Square

Civic Square

1.1 km

Landmark

Mount Victoria

2.1 km

Monument

National War Memorial

2.1 km

Landmark

Antrim House

1.1 km

Cable Car

Cable Car Museum

1.6 km

Harbour

Wellington Waterfront

780 m

Park

ZEALANDIA Sanctuary

2.5 km

Landmark

Ascot Street

970 m

Church

St Mary of the Angels

1.1 km

Park

Frank Kitts Park

890 m

Event hall

Wellington Town Hall

1.0 km

Church

Metropolitan Cathedral of the Sacred Heart

680 m

Nearby

Local Government Building 114 Lambton Quay

Old Government Buildings

290 m

Public Building

New Zealand Parliament

490 m

Church

Old St Paul's

520 m

Public Building

Beehive

490 m

27 Bowen Street

Turnbull House

460 m

Corner of Lambton Quay and Bowen Street

Wellington Cenotaph

360 m

Gallery

New Zealand Portrait Gallery

400 m

Gallery

New Zealand Academy of Fine Arts Academy Galleries

590 m

Willis Street end of Lambton Quay

Plimmer Steps

280 m

Restaurants

McDonald's Bunny Street

90 m

9 Bunny Street In Front of Wellington Railway Station

Arcade Burger

280 m

Lambton Square 160 Lambton Quay

Coffix

280 m

7 Ballance Street

Mexican QBT

350 m

33 Customhouse Quay

Tank Juice

610 m

191 Featherston Street

Dumpling'd

610 m

7 Boulcott Street

Alaturka Kebab & Coffee House

470 m

38 Waring Taylor Street

Midland Sushi

490 m

46 Waring Taylor Street

Getting around

City Centre

Wellington18 min · 1.5 km

Airports

Wellington Airport (WLG)12 min · 7.7 km

Kapiti Coast Airport (PPQ)79 min · 52.5 km

Train

Wellington Railway Station3 min · 200 m

Train2 min · 100 m

Bus

Bus stop2 min · 100 m

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

until 10 am

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Internet

is available in for free.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Chinese

Number of rooms:

172

Former name

Downtown Backpackers

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Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers, Wellington

About the Hotel

Rooms & Amenities

Dining & Kitchen Facilities

Leisure & Group Accommodation

Location & Transportation

Select your room type

Price and Room Availability Calendar

What our guests says about facilities

General

Guest Parking

Services

Business

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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