On Top Backpackers

Bed, TV and multimedia, Photo of the whole room, Bedroom

Bed, Photo of the whole room, Bedroom, bunk bed

Bed, Photo of the whole room, Bedroom, bunk bed, towels

7.8 / 10.0

Very good(1,289 Ratings)

Hostel in Dunedin

3-Star Hostel

Reasons to book

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more

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About this hostel

With the best location in town, locally owned On Top Backpackers & Apartments has something for every traveller! Reception is located on the ground floor which doubles as our very own vintage Poolhouse Bar & Café, available for all guests to enjoy th.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Family friendly

Map of Dunedin

Nearby attractions

Otago Museum

0.9 mi

Toitu Otago Settlers Museum

Available Rooms

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

1 Bunk • 10 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

1 Bunk • 10 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Single Room

1 Single • 75 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Double or Twin Room

1 Double • 75 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

1 Queen or 2 Single • 96 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

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On Top Backpackers

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7.8 / 10.0

Very good(1,289 Ratings)

Hostel in Dunedin

3-Star Hostel

Reasons to book

Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this hostel

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Family friendly

Map of Dunedin

Nearby attractions

Otago Museum

0.9 mi

Toitu Otago Settlers Museum

Available Rooms

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

1 Bunk • 10 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

1 Bunk • 10 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Single Room

1 Single • 75 ft²

Sleeps 1

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Double or Twin Room

1 Double • 75 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

1 Queen or 2 Single • 96 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

7.8 / 10.0

Very good(1,289 Ratings)

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6.0 / 10.0

Dec 2024

Great place, terrible parking

Bathrooms and unit was tidy and seemed clean. Bed was comfy and nice to sleep on.

The unit seemed smaller than pictured and there were no chairs or couch in the unit as picture shown. There was no private parking for customers. if you stayed at a park outside in between 9am and 6pm you had to pay $2 an hour for parking. At one stage we were coming back to the unit and we asked a staff member if they could put a cone up or something to reserve said park as we previously went past and there were no available parks. They said that they could and to give them a few minutes because they were also managing the bar. When we got there we had to wait for a good 30 minutes or so before we could get a park outside the accommodation.

7.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

Good

It suited our needs perfectly. Clean and comfortable

We had a man come to our door, he obviously was given the key by mistake, we were fast asleep and rudely woken. We were quite shocked. I wanted to talk to a staff member at reception but no one was available, I tried to express my disappointment. It certainly wasn't the mans fault. I thought reception would be well aware of which rooms were occupied. Hope this won't happen to someone else.

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2024

Brief.

Location, cleanliness, price and comfort.

The plug in my room did not work so could not charge my phone.

10.0 / 10.0

May 2024

Perfect…. Was seeking accom, everything was fully booked… I had no choice. For $79 (single share)… perfect and very quit

Everything really…. I don’t stay at backpackers… was very pleasantly surprised.

Nothing…

5.0 / 10.0

Apr 2024

Nice location, nice room, rude manager.

Nice room, comfy bed and clean bathroom.

The manager was rude to a female member of staff on our arrival, and was very dismissive towards us, taking forms off us and then tossing them across the counter. When asking about the parking we were told that it will “probably” be fine as they don’t tow cars until a few days later. He wasn’t very professional or friendly at all.

1.0 / 10.0

Apr 2024

We were disgusted. will never stay again and will tell all friends to avoid the place.

Nothing. Location of the place is good, but you don't get what you paid for.

Everything. Paid for a deluxe room with ensuite and got crappy little room where there was not one hook to hang anything, had to put clothes on the floor. Suggested to the owner how about somewhere to put clothes and he just laughed.Paid $400 bucks for absolute rubbish.

6.0 / 10.0

Apr 2024

Opzione economica a Dunedin

Prezzo economico, semplice colazione inclusa

Orario di check in e check out scomodi (la reception non è sempre aperta). Camere,cucina e bagni non pulitissimi

9.0 / 10.0

Mar 2024

Great for a short stay and / or young guys

The room was comfy, I had a separate room so can’t comment on the dorms, although they looked tidy when I walked past. The free breakfast was good, I didn’t have any as I had my own to get through. Also had free look but didn’t have time to make use of that (gutted)

I would say the staff could be a bit more understanding and helpful. There was a bit of a sense of a “school teacher” vibe with them, strict rules with NO alcohol after 8 (I’m 30, I can have a beer after work), no food in the room and didn’t let me back up stairs to the kitchen after checkout (not even for a cup of my own tea!). I think it was due to the guests being more on the younger side, that said you feel private in your own room.

5.0 / 10.0

Feb 2024

Soso, not good not bad

Have a big car parking space , However, small rocks falling from the mountain cracked my front window, so I suggested parking the car on the side closer to the road. Not near the hillside

The cold and hot water faucets are too old and difficult to use ,not good and need more service with smile

9.0 / 10.0

Feb 2024

Great location, great price.

Fantastic location! The Octagon is about three minutes away, so you're in the heart of Dunedin. The bedroom was small, but the bed was comfortable. The room was surprisingly quiet, too. The private bathroom was clean and well laid out.

The only issue was that one of the plugs in the bedroom didn't work.

7.0 / 10.0

Feb 2024

Wir hatten ein Doppelzimmer mit eigenem Bad.

Die Lage war top.

Das enthaltene Frühstück wurde nur von 07:30 - 09 Uhr angeboten. Check out muss bis PUNKT 10 Uhr erfolgt sein, ansonsten wird eine Gebühr von 20 NZD (ca. 12€) pro Person erhoben. (Wird aber beim Check in mitgeteilt)

4.0 / 10.0

Jan 2024

Good location and free parking a 5 minute walk away (if you can get a space). They provide free breakfast. Room size was good. No privacy curtains but each bed had a shelf with a dimmable lighbulb.

Issues with key cards every day of my stay. Having to prop the doors open with door stoppers. Felt that people didn't clean up after themselves in the kitchens and bathrooms. People not respecting quiet hours (between 9pm and 7am), guests loud, stomping around outside at 2am. Room wasn't properly clean, the shelf next to the bed hadn't been dusted for some time. Not enough plug chargers in the room for everyone and socket has a 1 hour timer, which I understand is for saving energy but not good for overnight charging.

8.0 / 10.0

Jan 2024

Affordable Accommodation

The staff were very friendly. Made a new friend. The bed was very comfortable. Loved the location of my room. I could easily access the carpark from my room. Walking distance to the shops & restaurants.

Having to lug my suitcase down the stairs. Used the back entrance instead. Breakfast finished way too early.

8.0 / 10.0

Aug 2023

Not luxurious but filled the requirement. Friendly people

Good value Good bed. Good bathroom - how much more would you get at a hotel? Not much I think.

No glass in the bedroom for water. No way to make coffee in the morning ( we had no milk even for the hostel kitchen) The fan in the bathroom was a nuisance noise

9.0 / 10.0

Aug 2023

Central and walking distance to The Octagon bars and restaurants. We loved our stay here

Located on top of a bar and pool hall. Absolutely amazing wee place to stay

8.0 / 10.0

Aug 2023

Very good

Handy location

Rooms are a little worn.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Lots of charm

Loved this hostel. Quiet, clean and very comfy.

6.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Pleasant

Quiet and comfortable

We paid online and also charged when we checked in and getting a refund was a difficult process because the staff member didn’t know how to work the eftpos machine or the till properly. It was sorted out but shouldn’t have happened at all! Our room was around the back of the building down a long outside alley and in a completely different part of the building. Didn’t feel very safe at night.

8.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Very good

Good place for backpacking, just a bit hard to park. Bedrooms are really nice the same as the kitchen !

8.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Great location and a comfortable stay with clean facilities.

It was clean and comfortable, plus a great location.

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Exceptional

The place is very organized

It's hospitality

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Exceptional

Clean bed and good internet. Perfect city location.

8.0 / 10.0

May 2023

Very good

Really nice, comfortable and clean. Very friendly staff.

Drain pipe outside was quite noisy while it was raining.

7.0 / 10.0

May 2023

Good, but felt the cold due to insuffient bed coverings.

Staff were great.

Insufficient blankets supplied for one of the beds.

FAQs

How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Dunedin?

The average price for a rental in Dunedin is $201 per night. This rental is $31 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this hostel?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at On Top Backpackers. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hostel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is On Top Backpackers pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at On Top Backpackers?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, parking, and laundry.

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On Top Backpackers

Hostel in Dunedin

Reasons to book

About this hostel

Amenities

Map of Dunedin

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Single Room

Double or Twin Room

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

On Top Backpackers

Hostel in Dunedin

Reasons to book

About this hostel

Amenities

Map of Dunedin

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Single Room

Double or Twin Room

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Dunedin?

Is parking included with this hostel?

Is there a pool at this hostel?

Is On Top Backpackers pet friendly?

What amenities are available at On Top Backpackers?

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