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

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About the Hotel

1 Bunny Street, Wellington, New Zealand, 6011

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“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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Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers 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

270 sq. feet

1 Bunk bed

Shower

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Bed 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

2 persons

345 sq. feet

1 Bunk bed

Shower

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Single Bed Female Dormitory Room

2 persons

370 sq. feet

1 Bunk bed

Shower

Heating

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Single Room

2 persons

220 sq. feet

1 Single bed

Shower

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What our guests says about facilities

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers 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
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

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers 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

5100 ft

Botanical Garden

Wellington Botanic Garden

1.1 mi

Museum

Wellington Museum

2100 ft

Stadium

TSB Bank Arena Wellington

2200 ft

Landmark

Cuba Street

4900 ft

Gallery

City Gallery Wellington

3700 ft

Planetarium

Space Place at Carter Observatory

5000 ft

Stadium

Westpac Stadium

2700 ft

Landmark

Katherine Mansfield Birthplace

4300 ft

Square

Civic Square

3600 ft

Landmark

Mount Victoria

1.3 mi

Monument

National War Memorial

1.3 mi

Landmark

Antrim House

3600 ft

Cable Car

Cable Car Museum

5200 ft

Harbour

Wellington Waterfront

2600 ft

Park

ZEALANDIA Sanctuary

1.6 mi

Landmark

Ascot Street

3200 ft

Church

St Mary of the Angels

3600 ft

Park

Frank Kitts Park

3000 ft

Event hall

Wellington Town Hall

3400 ft

Church

Metropolitan Cathedral of the Sacred Heart

2300 ft

Nearby

Local Government Building 114 Lambton Quay

Old Government Buildings

1000 ft

Public Building

New Zealand Parliament

1700 ft

Church

Old St Paul's

1800 ft

Public Building

Beehive

1700 ft

27 Bowen Street

Turnbull House

1600 ft

Corner of Lambton Quay and Bowen Street

Wellington Cenotaph

1200 ft

Gallery

New Zealand Portrait Gallery

1400 ft

Gallery

New Zealand Academy of Fine Arts Academy Galleries

2000 ft

Willis Street end of Lambton Quay

Plimmer Steps

1000 ft

Restaurants

McDonald's Bunny Street

300 ft

9 Bunny Street In Front of Wellington Railway Station

Arcade Burger

1000 ft

Lambton Square 160 Lambton Quay

Coffix

1000 ft

7 Ballance Street

Mexican QBT

1200 ft

33 Customhouse Quay

Tank Juice

2100 ft

191 Featherston Street

Dumpling'd

2100 ft

7 Boulcott Street

Alaturka Kebab & Coffee House

1600 ft

38 Waring Taylor Street

Midland Sushi

1700 ft

46 Waring Taylor Street

Getting around

City Centre

Wellington18 min · 5000 ft

Airports

Wellington (WLG)12 min · 4.8 mi

Kapiti Coast (PPQ)80 min · 33.0 mi

Train

Wellington Railway Station3 min · 700 ft

Train2 min · 400 ft

Bus

Bus stop2 min · 400 ft

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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

Wireless 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

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 1533 verified reviews

6.9/10

Nice

64%

Recommend

Breakfast

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.1/10

Comfort

7.1/10

Facilities

6.9/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.1/10

Location

9.0/10

Paid Wi-Fi

6.3/10

Staff

8.2/10

Value for money

8.0/10

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