Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers (formerly Downtown Backpackers) (Wellington)
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Offering budget accommodation in the centre of Wellington, Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers (formally Downtown Backpackers) features a 24-hour guest kitchen, self-service laundry facilities and a games room with pool tables. Guests are offered 100 MB free Wi-Fi access per day.
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 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 In 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.
Important information You must show a valid photo ID (passport, driver's license, Hanz 18+) upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.
Kindly contact Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers directly if any member of your party is under 18, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.
Hostel facilities:
- Right in the heart of the Arts and Culture Capital City Wellington
- Situated in the Historic Hotel Waterloo, chosen to host the Queen’s entourage on her 1953 Coronation Tour
- Downtown House Bar – open every day
- Café with breakfast, lunch and dinner
- 24h reception
- 24h security access
- 24h fully equipped kitchen
- Safety lockers
- Security cameras
- Swipe card access
National Rating: Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodations in New Zealand. This Backpacker property is rated 4 stars. Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark® Mandatory Fees and Taxes: You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property: Deposit: NZD 20.00 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book.Hotel data
Cycling/Biker hotel, Non-smoking hotel, Number of rooms: 108,
Reception open
During the week
Not occupied
Reception manned at weekends
Not occupied
Check-In: 15:00 p.m.
Check-Out: 10:00
The following credit cards are accepted by Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers (formerly Downtown Backpackers) (Wellington):
Service & facilities
- Elevator
- WiFi with internet access in lobby
- Breakfast:
- Open-air restaurant/Beer garden, etc.
- Hotel bar
- Restaurant(s): 1
In-house services
- Laundry service
- Express check-out
- Pets not allowed
- Safety deposit boxes at reception
- Vending machine for beverages
- ATM
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CORNER OF BOLTON AND MOWBRAY STREETS P.O BOX 2094
6140 Wellington, NZL