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Dusky Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Mountain hostel with restaurant, near Kaikoura Museum

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views
Seasonal outdoor pool
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views
Seasonal outdoor pool
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Experience Kaikoura's charm at Dusky Lodge - Hostel, where a warm welcome awaits with breakfast at the on-site café, Sicarios. Relax in the spa tub or by the seasonal outdoor pool and enjoy free WiFi. Multilingual staff is happy to help plan your day.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Computer station
  • Front desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Microwave in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • BBQ(s)
  • Free self-parking
  • Children's menu
  • Outdoor seasonal pool
The current price is NZ$116
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar

Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4 Beds)

Highlights

Heating
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double , Shared Bathroom

Standard Double , Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
2 bathrooms
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin, Shared Bathroom

Standard Twin, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
TV
2 bathrooms
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Ensuite Family Room

Ensuite Family Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Digital channels
In-room safe
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
67 Beach Road, Kaikoura, 7300

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Museum - 9 min walk
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 12 min walk
  • Kaikoura Beach - 12 min walk
  • Peninsula Walkway - 7 min drive
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 102 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 138 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coopers Catch Kaikoura - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kaikoura Seafood Bbq - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Slam Club - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Dusky Lodge - Hostel

Dusky Lodge - Hostel is a great choice for a stay in Kaikoura. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Sicarios, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a hot tub and a snack bar/deli.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 40 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Beach nearby
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Sicarios – This poolside café serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. 1-star Michelin rating. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 20 per pet, per stay

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Dusky Lodge Backpackers Kaikoura
Dusky Lodge Backpackers
Dusky Backpackers Kaikoura
Dusky Backpackers
Dusky Lodge
Dusky Lodge Backpackers
Dusky Lodge - Hostel Kaikoura
Dusky Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Dusky Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

Does Dusky Lodge - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Dusky Lodge - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Dusky Lodge - Hostel?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Dusky Lodge - Hostel?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of NZD 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Dusky Lodge - Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Dusky Lodge - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Dusky Lodge - Hostel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Relax in the hot tub after a day on the slopes or enjoy the use of a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Dusky Lodge - Hostel?

Yes, Sicarios offers poolside dining.

What's the area around Dusky Lodge - Hostel like?

Dusky Lodge - Hostel is a short 12-minute walk from Kaikoura Beach and 12 minutes' walk from Kaikoura District Museum.

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Dusky Lodge - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Good value hostel
Kaikoura is very popular and this was the only room at a sensible price. En suite family room with use of communal kitchen. Nice and quiet with view of mountains for breakfast
Michael, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

I’m not a hostel person
This is a ‘well-used’ hostel. I probably would not stay here but this is where the group I was travelling with stays. Too basic for me, it might be okay for others.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic place to stay for all
The reception was warm and welcome. Our room was spacious, clean and comfortable with a small desk and a queen bed. It is close to the bathroom so it was very convenient. The 24hr kitchen was clean and amazing with a view and door leading to the terrace with seats etc. check out is easy and straightforward. We did not have a car this time but it would be quite convenient to go park in the back. The walk to town is around 10 minutes but we had to cross the “highway”/main road which makes it a little inconvenient. There is a day’ n night market steps away and a great fish and chips and seafood restaurants also steps away.
Bich-Ha Henriette, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Such a huge place for a backpackers, we definitely enjoyed staying there.

8/10 Very good

Good clean and comfortable accom.
Micaela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and quiet
??, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hostel!

8/10 Very good

Good stay
Gavin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The spa was great
Amanda, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

It is a large hostel with some good amenities.
Kelly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

For such a cheap price, this was an amazing place to stay at! The 24 hour kitchen was large and useful, there were plenty of common areas, the hot tub was clean, and the shower stalls were big! I would definitely Dusky Lodge to a friend!

8/10 Very good

Good backpackers for a night to break a road trip
Jeff, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We arrived 10mins after checkin and could not get in contact with the “after hours manager” we sat around waiting for an hour calling the provided numbers, and found him lighting the fireplace. Kitchen was nice hot tub was great. They have large TV and lounge area on both levels. Hopefully next time there will be better communication
Ken, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Pathetic
Very smelly and unhygenic room.. Staff tried to help ti change tge room with her limited time but besds are dusty, smelly, stained with some or otger thing.. Very disappointed with the stay... Miserable
Jinish, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Affordable accomodation not too far from the town centre. Beds are obviously old and need an upgrade as they are dipping, but not unexpected for budget accomodation
Louise, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Convenient location, well laod out property. I was only there overnight so didnt make full use of the facilities but did appreciate solid bunks that didnt sqeak. Well stocked and roomy kitchen
Claire, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I arrived late but it was easy to get access to the room. Very helpful and friendly staff
Gerald, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The rooms were neat and the beds comfortable. The showers were fine. The kitchen was great with plenty of room for cooking. Everything necessary for cooking was available.
Jennifer, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Not very clean windows dirty and kitchen floor and tables not very clean needs more cleaning cloths the floor in the unit was very sticky for the price i would have expected it to be better
Margaret, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Bathrooms weren’t serviced and cleaned during our stay. Same for the kitchen. Otherwise fine and convenient.
Katrin, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Spacious room with ensuite, painful because it was upstairs which I hadn’t realised, carrying all our bags up was tricky. Simple things like enough tea towels in the kitchen and cloths for the bench’s would’ve made a difference. Pool and spa were good but very busy. Door to bathroom kept opening by itself (sliding). Staff didn’t give wifi password or explain there were problems until prompted.
Kimberlea, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

On the main hwy so rooms adjacent noisy early mornings with trucks etc. Had a school group staying and they warned me but noise was hideous. Had to use earplugs and music for 3hrs till they all went to bed. I left early morn. Room was fine had a TV.
Shane, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Not impressed about their cleanliness
The hostel didn’t change the pillow cases, I’ve found several hair on all of pillows from previous guests stayed. Not sure about if they’ve changed the bedsheets. The wall is quite thin, You can hear TV noise from the room next to you when sleeping.
1-night trip

6/10 Good

Bathroom lighting did not work and when it was brought to staff's attention, nothing was done. We had to use mobile phone torches in the bathroom

4/10 Fair

Bathroom didnt look like it had been cleaned, shower still had watermarks like it hadnt been cleaned. If you want guests to take sheets off beds on departure, you need to make sure whats under them is at least clean, not clumps of hair and stains all over protector. If its that stained you need to replace as not a good look
Kelly, 1-night trip