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Choice Backpackers

2.0 star property
City centre hostel within walking distance of Sky Tower

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Billiards
Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)
In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
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In the heart of Auckland, Choice Backpackers welcomes you with a warm and lively atmosphere. Enjoy an arcade session or challenge friends at the billiards table, while staying connected with in-room WiFi. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Air conditioning
  • Arcade/games room
  • Library
  • Front desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (4)

  • Laundry facilities
  • Lift
  • Arcade/games room
  • Snack bar/deli
The current price is NZ$68
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb

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Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom, City View

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
20 bathrooms
In-room safe
  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)

Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
20 bathrooms
In-room safe
  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Bed Mixed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
20 bathrooms
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Single Room (Shared Bathroom)

Single Room (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
20 bathrooms
In-room safe
  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Bed Female Only Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
20 bathrooms
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bed Female Only Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
20 bathrooms
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bed Mixed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
20 bathrooms
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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Private 3 Bed Room with Ensuite Bathroom

Private 3 Bed Room with Ensuite Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Private bathroom
Microwave
Laptop workspace
In-room safe
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

8 Bed Female Only Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
20 bathrooms
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

8 Bed Mixed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
20 bathrooms
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Private 3 Bed Room with Ensuite Bathroom

Private 3 Bed Room with Ensuite Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Private bathroom
Microwave
Laptop workspace
In-room safe
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Map
10 Wellesley Street East, Auckland, 1010

What's nearby

  • Queen Street Shopping District - 1 min walk
  • University of Auckland - 5 min walk
  • Sky Tower - 6 min walk
  • SkyCity Casino - 6 min walk
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal - 12 min walk

Getting around

  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 26 min drive
  • Auckland Britomart Station - 11 min walk
  • Auckland Mt Eden Station - 27 min walk
  • Auckland Grafton Station - 27 min walk
  • Gaunt Street Tram Stop - 17 min walk
  • Halsey Street Tram Stop - 20 min walk
  • Daldy Street Tram Stop - 21 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Remedy Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nol Bu Ne Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Eden Noodles City - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gong Cha 貢茶 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Choice Backpackers

Choice Backpackers puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Queen Street Shopping District and Sky Tower. Also, University of Auckland and SkyCity Casino are within a short 10-minute walk. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

Croatian, Dutch, English, French, German, Hindi, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 36 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 16
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Towels are available on request for a refundable deposit.
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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 16
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Off-site parking within 1640 ft (NZD 24 per day)
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Table football

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Arcade/games room
  • Music library
  • Video library

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Deep-pile carpet in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs NZD 24 per day (1640 ft away)

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Choice Backpackers Hostel Auckland
Choice Backpackers Hostel
Choice Backpackers Auckland
Choice Backpackers Auckland
Choice Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Choice Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Auckland

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Choice Backpackers?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Choice Backpackers?

No, unfortunately. However, there's street parking available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Choice Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at Choice Backpackers?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but SkyCity Casino (6-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Choice Backpackers and nearby?

Choice Backpackers has an arcade.

What's the area around Choice Backpackers like?

Choice Backpackers is in Auckland Central Business District, a short 6-minute walk from Sky Tower and 5 minutes' walk from University of Auckland.

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Choice Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

It was good for the price
Lukas, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Close to CBD
Gennie, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Not the safest building
Despite emailing to confirm a late check in and being told it was fine I arrived in Auckland at 04.15 to receive a message saying I hadn’t sent ID (which I was not told when I reconfirmed my late arrival via email a few days before). The French receptionist wasn’t welcoming, I felt guilty even asking questions. My main complaint is the lift and emergency exits. The lift takes a long time to move and often doesn’t stop in order of who has pressed their floor button (which was annoying), I tried to use the staircase and noticed nearly all the emergency doors were locked - what if there was a fire? All you have if a dodgy lift to wait in. The room done the job, shower and toilets too, clean and quiet. But the building needs to be made more safe for everyone there- guests & staff included.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location in the city, staff were friendly and kimd, clean facilities and our private room had a great view.
Jan, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely friendly staff, good location. This is not fancy accommodation by any means but it will keep you warm & dry for the night!
Thomas, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Convenient location, bunk bed pretty comfy

10/10 Exceptional

second time staying here while in Rotorua. Safe and clean environment setting. The place to stay while in this region.
IEUFAKA EDOUARD-JOSEPH, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very close to the CBD and within walking distance of cafes, shopping, and places to eat out.
Bonnie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff was very helpful
William, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Perfect location close to everything in CBD! Staff were friendly. Private room was good. If you stay a few days, it is good accommodation:-)
AYA, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very convenient
The location is very convenient.
Erina, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

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.
Sarah, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Worst hotel, so dirty... But good staff
Tara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location
The location is excellent. University of Auckland, Library, Queen Street, and Sky Tower is very close. I enjoyed staying at 10F single room with nice view of the clock tower of the art museum.
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is the backpackers place to stay in Auckland CBD. Safe and Secure. Clean and well maintained.
IEUFAKA, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Well located. Pleasant staff. Room was clean and functional, as was the shared bathroom. Other guests in the property seemed much at ease. Would consider booking here again.
Harveen, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Well worth it
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.
Leigh, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very central to city life
Marie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

easy to navigate and close to cbd. very very thin walls and room was dirty as were bedsheets
Anna, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

It's good value, but could've done with fewer stains on the floor haha.

8/10 Very good

Great. Staff.
Sarah Jayne. Kristina., 2-night trip

6/10 Good

It was adequate for my requirements. A little annoying that staff were not on the front desk when I needed them!

6/10 Good

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.
Thomas S, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Average
Michael, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

(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.
Loren, 2-night trip