Choice Backpackers
Hostel in Auckland
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 20 baths
Reasons to book
Great price for your budgetOne of the lowest cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this hostel
Family-friendly hostel in Auckland
Along with a snack bar/deli, this smoke-free hostel has a microwave in a common area and a refrigerator in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, dry cleaning, laundry facilities, and an arcade/game room are onsite.
Housekeeping is not available.
Choice Backpackers offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations with safes. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.
Along with a snack bar/deli, this smoke-free hostel has a microwave in a common area and a refrigerator in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, dry cleaning, laundry facilities, and an arcade/game room are onsite.
Housekeeping is not available.
Choice Backpackers offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations with safes. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Family friendly
Map of Auckland
Available Rooms
8 Bed Mixed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)
Beds not specified • 161 ft²
Sleeps 2
You'll be directed to Hotels.com for availability & pricing
8 Bed Female Only Dorm (Shared Bathroom)
Beds not specified • 161 ft²
Sleeps 2
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6 Bed Mixed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)
Beds not specified • 161 ft²
Sleeps 2
You'll be directed to Hotels.com for availability & pricing
6 Bed Female Only Dorm (Shared Bathroom)
Beds not specified • 161 ft²
Sleeps 2
You'll be directed to Hotels.com for availability & pricing
4 Bed Mixed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)
Beds not specified • 161 ft²
Sleeps 2
You'll be directed to Hotels.com for availability & pricing
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Ratings and reviews
1.5 / 5.0
Stayed Thursday 12th Sept 2024
The private room was on the 10th floor and it was cold but the receptionist did warn me and give me an extra blanket. The lamp and wall plug were across the room / at the bottom of the bed so that was a bit annoying. I had come from LA over night so they did let me in to shower but charged me $5 + $5 to borrow a towel. The shower was luke warm but this morning was hot. Luggage storage is free. You must scan your key fob to access the lift/ elevator so that felt safe.
1.5 / 5.0
Stayed Thursday 12th Sept 2024
The private room was on the 10th floor and it was cold but the receptionist did warn me and give me an extra blanket. The lamp and wall plug were across the room / at the bottom of the bed so that was a bit annoying. I had come from LA over night so they did let me in to shower but charged me $5 + $5 to borrow a towel. The shower was luke warm but this morning was hot. Luggage storage is free. You must scan your key fob to access the lift/ elevator so that felt safe.
3.0 / 5.0
I stayed in a private room, which itself was very clean and comfortable. However the remainder of the facilities left a lot to be desired. The kitchen is small and cramped for the size of the hostel, with insufficient items for use. E.g. I could only ever find 3 knives in the whole kitchen. Similar can be said for the dining area. The location was fine, though a bit of street noise on a Friday night.
Seemed that those in dormitories were given their bedding on check in and had to make up beds themselves. Seems odd to me. Staff on the front desk did the bare minimum.
3.0 / 5.0
I stayed in a private room, which itself was very clean and comfortable. However the remainder of the facilities left a lot to be desired. The kitchen is small and cramped for the size of the hostel, with insufficient items for use. E.g. I could only ever find 3 knives in the whole kitchen. Similar can be said for the dining area. The location was fine, though a bit of street noise on a Friday night.
Seemed that those in dormitories were given their bedding on check in and had to make up beds themselves. Seems odd to me. Staff on the front desk did the bare minimum.
4.0 / 5.0
Lovely friendly staff, good location. This is not fancy accommodation by any means but it will keep you warm & dry for the night!
4.0 / 5.0
Lovely friendly staff, good location. This is not fancy accommodation by any means but it will keep you warm & dry for the night!
3.0 / 5.0
It was adequate for my requirements. A little annoying that staff were not on the front desk when I needed them!
3.0 / 5.0
It was adequate for my requirements. A little annoying that staff were not on the front desk when I needed them!
5.0 / 5.0
Great location in the city, staff were friendly and kimd, clean facilities and our private room had a great view.
5.0 / 5.0
Great location in the city, staff were friendly and kimd, clean facilities and our private room had a great view.
2.0 / 5.0
The property is very centrally located. It is near transport, Queen St and shopping and restaurants. The room was fine. Jamie and Melanie were wonderfully helpful and friendly. Would stay here again.
2.0 / 5.0
The property is very centrally located. It is near transport, Queen St and shopping and restaurants. The room was fine. Jamie and Melanie were wonderfully helpful and friendly. Would stay here again.
1.5 / 5.0
Nothing horrible. Nothing excellent. Very loud and the lobby was disgusting in the morning. That did not effect me though so no big deal.
1.5 / 5.0
Nothing horrible. Nothing excellent. Very loud and the lobby was disgusting in the morning. That did not effect me though so no big deal.
2.5 / 5.0
second time staying here while in Rotorua. Safe and clean environment setting. The place to stay while in this region.
2.5 / 5.0
second time staying here while in Rotorua. Safe and clean environment setting. The place to stay while in this region.
4.0 / 5.0
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4.0 / 5.0
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1.0 / 5.0
Worst hotel, so dirty...
But good staff
1.0 / 5.0
Worst hotel, so dirty...
But good staff
4.0 / 5.0
(stayed in private rooms)
Simple room that was tidy and clean.
Bed had a single duvet on it - would have been nice to have the option of more blankets when it was cold. Room did had it's own inbuilt heater though so not a huge issue.
4.0 / 5.0
(stayed in private rooms)
Simple room that was tidy and clean.
Bed had a single duvet on it - would have been nice to have the option of more blankets when it was cold. Room did had it's own inbuilt heater though so not a huge issue.
4.0 / 5.0
The staff was very helpful
4.0 / 5.0
The staff was very helpful
4.0 / 5.0
easy to navigate and close to cbd. very very thin walls and room was dirty as were bedsheets
4.0 / 5.0
easy to navigate and close to cbd. very very thin walls and room was dirty as were bedsheets
2.0 / 5.0
I'm sorry, but the only post I've thing I can say about this hostel is location. Okay, and maybe the wonderful country themes on the various floors...which I couldn't see because the fob takes you to your floor only.
This place needs a lot of improvements, ie, lockers in the room, charging stations for each bed, curtains for each bed.
Disappointing there was only two showers and two toilets for the entire floor.
It was not a very clean facility, compared to other hostels. I dropped something under the bed (it was hanging on the bed rail near my head), and on the process of retrieving pulled up a huge dirty hairball. Seems washrooms are only cleaned once a day.
I had asked for a bottom bunk prior to arrival. However, they gave it to someone else. The staff member was apologetic and managed to get things sorted...but this was due to the fact the person who had 'my' bottom bunk was kind enough to move.
Some staff were lovely, others not so motivated.
No maps. Some staff didn't have a clue on recommendations.
Kitchen small. I didn't use it except to get water.
Additional positives--they were good at responding to messages. From the point of security, I also appreciated that the front door was locked after a certain time.
2.0 / 5.0
I'm sorry, but the only post I've thing I can say about this hostel is location. Okay, and maybe the wonderful country themes on the various floors...which I couldn't see because the fob takes you to your floor only.
This place needs a lot of improvements, ie, lockers in the room, charging stations for each bed, curtains for each bed.
Disappointing there was only two showers and two toilets for the entire floor.
It was not a very clean facility, compared to other hostels. I dropped something under the bed (it was hanging on the bed rail near my head), and on the process of retrieving pulled up a huge dirty hairball. Seems washrooms are only cleaned once a day.
I had asked for a bottom bunk prior to arrival. However, they gave it to someone else. The staff member was apologetic and managed to get things sorted...but this was due to the fact the person who had 'my' bottom bunk was kind enough to move.
Some staff were lovely, others not so motivated.
No maps. Some staff didn't have a clue on recommendations.
Kitchen small. I didn't use it except to get water.
Additional positives--they were good at responding to messages. From the point of security, I also appreciated that the front door was locked after a certain time.
4.0 / 5.0
Great. Staff.
4.0 / 5.0
Great. Staff.
3.0 / 5.0
Perfect location close to everything in CBD!
Staff were friendly. Private room was good.
If you stay a few days, it is good accommodation:-)
3.0 / 5.0
Perfect location close to everything in CBD!
Staff were friendly. Private room was good.
If you stay a few days, it is good accommodation:-)
3.0 / 5.0
Great location. The hostel is more like a hotel with 3 floors for the facilities mixed with many more floors with several rooms each.
My room was mixed and people made numerous disturbances.
3.0 / 5.0
Great location. The hostel is more like a hotel with 3 floors for the facilities mixed with many more floors with several rooms each.
My room was mixed and people made numerous disturbances.
4.0 / 5.0
Convenient location, bunk bed pretty comfy
4.0 / 5.0
Convenient location, bunk bed pretty comfy
4.0 / 5.0
Average
4.0 / 5.0
Average
1.0 / 5.0
Dirty bathrooms and kitchen, not up to the standard in regards to the price. And towels to hire are 10 dollars, not very sustainable considering a new one is like 6 dollars maximum (and just feels a bit cheap to be far)
2.5 / 5.0
All good
FAQs
How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Auckland?
The average price for a rental in Auckland is R 2,590 per night. This rental is R 1,822 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hostel?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Choice 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 Choice Backpackers pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Choice Backpackers?
We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, laundry, and family friendly.
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