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Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
2 stars

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

1 Bunny Street Wellington Cbd, Wellington 6140, New Zealand
+64 4473 8482
From
£10
Cheapest

rate per night

6.5
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based on 4,585 reviews

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
Thu 2/5
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Fri 3/5
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
£10
Double room
£30
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About Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers offers budget accommodation in the centre of Wellington. It features a 24-hour guest kitchen, self-service laundry facilities and a games room with pool tables. Guests receive unlimited free WiFi. Formerly the historic Hotel Waterloo, which hosted Queen Elizabeth II’s entourage on her 1953 Coronation Tour, the hostel features elegant staircases, high ceilings and a café in the old ballroom. Wellington Railway Station is only 200 metres from Wellington Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers. It is an 8-minute walk to TSB Arena and a 12-minute walk to Westpac Stadium. Private and shared rooms are available. All rooms include heating and bed linen is provided. Each private room has a work desk and cable TV. Secure lockers are provided for all guests. Hotel Waterloo House Bar specialises in fun activities and bar games every evening. 24-hour reception is available and the tour desk can book Interislander ferries, bus tours and trains around the North Island.

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Standard Room
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£10
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Privacy Preferences

Amenities at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Express check-out
  • ATM on-site
  • 24-hour front desk

Basics

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

Bathroom

  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Shared kitchen
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Express check-out
  • Safety deposit box
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

General

  • Family rooms
  • Lockers
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Pool table

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

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6.5
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7.1 Good
Pros:Excellent restaurant.
Cons:A bit outdated.

Location

1 Bunny Street Wellington Cbd, Wellington 6140

What's nearby

  • Archives New Zealand363 yd
  • Beehive384 yd
  • Ascot Street0.5 mi
  • City Gallery Wellington0.6 mi
  • Civic Square0.6 mi
  • Katherine Mansfield Birthplace Museum0.7 mi
  • Botanic Gardens0.7 mi
  • Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa0.7 mi
  • Carter Observatory0.7 mi
  • Cuba Street Mall0.9 mi
  • Bucket Fountain0.9 mi
  • Embassy Theatre1 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 10:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

Low season

September

High season

April

Average price (weeknight)

£22

Average price (weekend night)

£44
Cheapest month to stay with an average 61% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 49% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

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Top tips for your stay at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in September and December.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £54, while the most expensive was £54.
  • How long should you stay at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 4 days.

FAQs when booking at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

  • Where is Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers located?

    Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers is located at 1 Bunny Street Wellington Cbd in Pipitea, 0.5 miles from the centre of Wellington. Archives New Zealand is the closest landmark to Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers.

  • Does Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers from the airport?

    Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers is 3.4 miles from Wellington. Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers is 28.4 miles from Paraparaumu.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers in Wellington 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 Hotel Waterloo & 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 Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.5

Distance to city centre

0.5 mi

Nearest airport

Wellington

Distance to airport

3.6 mi