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The Station Backpackers

3.0 star property
The on-site restaurant is perfect for travelers to connect over meals, and the helpful staff offers tour assistance to explore Auckland's highlights.

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The Station Backpackers is steps from Auckland Ferry Terminal, offering laundry facilities and in-room WiFi. Guests can walk to Queen Street's shops and the University of Auckland, then return to share stories with fellow travelers at the restaurant.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Ensuite with Shower

Highlights

Premium bedding
Daily housekeeping
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Single Room | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room

Highlights

Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 142 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 142 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Twin Room | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room

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Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 142 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Auckland Central Business District, a neighborhood in Auckland, The Station Backpackers is near a train station. Queens Wharf and Auckland Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Queen Street Shopping District and Princes Wharf. Check out an event or a game at Spark Arena, and consider making time for Auckland Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Auckland travel guide
Map
131 Beach Road. Auckland City, 131, Auckland, Auckland Region, 1010

What's nearby

  • Building of the university of Auckland
    University of Auckland
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal featuring a marina and cbd
    Auckland Ferry Terminal
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sky Tower which includes a city, modern architecture and a sunset
    Sky Tower
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Spark Arena
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Queen Street Shopping District
    10 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • The Strand Station
    8 min walk
  • Auckland Britomart Station
    10 min walk
  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Old Government House
    6 min walk
  • Provedor
    5 min walk
  • The Swan Hotel
    5 min walk
  • Saigonz
    4 min walk
  • Gloria Jeans Coffees
    3 min walk

About this property

The Station Backpackers

Hotel near Sky Tower
Close to Spark Arena and University of Auckland, The Station Backpackers provides laundry facilities, a restaurant, and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A TV in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and an elevator
  • A reception hall, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All 75 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi.

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    Property amenities

    Internet

    • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
    • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

    Parking and transportation

    • Free self parking on site

    Food and drink

    • A restaurant

    Things to do

    • TV in common areas

    Conveniences

    • Laundry facilities
    • Luggage storage

    Guest services

    • Housekeeping (daily)
    • Multilingual staff
    • Tour and ticket assistance

    Accessibility

    • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
    • Elevator
    • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

    More

    • Reception hall
    • Smoking not allowed

    Room amenities

    Bedroom

    • Premium bedding

    Bathroom

    • Shower
    • Towels provided

    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    Minimum check-in age: 18

    Check-out

    Check-out before 11:00 AM
    Contactless check-out available
    Late check-out subject to availability
    A late check-out fee will be charged

    Special check-in instructions

    The property charges 2.50 percent for credit card payments
    The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

    Access methods

    Staffed front desk

    Pets

    Pets not allowed

    Children and extra beds

    Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
    Rollaway/extra beds are not available
    Cribs (infant beds) are not available

    Property payment types

    Important information

    Fees

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • Deposit: NZD 100.00 per day

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

    Optional extras

    • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
    • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.50 percent

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

    You need to know

    Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
    Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

    We should mention

    Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
    Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

    National rating

    Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

    Property is also known as

    Station Backpackers
    Station Backpackers Auckland
    Station Backpackers Hostel
    Station Backpackers Hostel Auckland
    The Station Backpackers Auckland, New Zealand

    Frequently asked questions

    Is The Station Backpackers pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    How much is parking?

    Self parking is free at this property.

    What time is check-in at The Station Backpackers?

    Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at The Station Backpackers?

    Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

    Where is The Station Backpackers located?

    Located in Auckland Central Business District, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of University of Auckland and Spark Arena. Queen Street Shopping District and Queens Wharf are also within 15 minutes. The Strand Station is 8 minutes by foot and Gaunt Street Tram Stop is 24 minutes.

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    Reviews

    The Station Backpackers Reviews

    6.6

    6.4

    Cleanliness

    7.2

    Location

    7.2

    Staff & service

    5.8

    Property conditions & facilities
    Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 214 reviews
    Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 214 reviews
    Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 214 reviews
    Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 214 reviews
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 214 reviews

    Reviews

    8/10 Good

    Verified traveler

    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    Happy for the free redirect to president
    Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

    6/10 Okay

    Verified traveler

    Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

    ?

    No comment
    Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

    6/10 Okay

    Verified traveler

    Was ok
    Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

    8/10 Good

    Verified traveler

    Liked: Staff & service, amenities
    Surprisingly quiet, very cheap (room is quite run down), linen looked clean and pressed. Toilet looked very clean. Fridge and hangers were useful. Spacious. A relaxing night while out.
    Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

    2/10 Terrible

    Stefano

    Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

    Should be scose up the facilitys

    Unesisten igenic cleaning, I left the hotel cause I found bed bugs , orrible crowds , manager orrible ! Don't know if they did or warning the other costumers !
    Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

    8/10 Good

    Verified traveler

    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
    Only slept in the room no comment it served its need
    Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

    8/10 Good

    Verified traveler

    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
    Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
    The property was conveniently located and an easy walk to town. However, it's on the road that goes to the highway and there are alot of big, noisy trucks that pass by. Staff were really friendly and helpful. Stay here with an open mind. It is an old building and it shows. However, it was very clean, tidy and had nice soap and shampoo. The lift does not work, so if you have alot of luggage, might want to stay on lower floors.
    Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

    8/10 Good

    Verified traveler

    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
    We had an on-suite room with double bed. We had everything we needed. There was TV, fridge, tea and coffee and towels. The room was clean. The building itself is a bit run down e.g. the elevator wasn't working (but we stayed in the first floor, so no need for it). The rate was excellent, hence overall you get good value for the money if you are ok with basic accommodation. There was also a shared kitchen which was clean but we did not use it. The parking (about 10 cars) outside was paid parking but free on the weekend. However very much in demand so that we walked everywhere in order not to lose the spot.
    Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

    6/10 Okay

    Verified traveler

    Liked: Staff & service
    Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
    The staff were very friendly but the accommodation was VERY budget and basic.
    Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

    6/10 Okay

    Haru, Yamanashi

    Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
    No elevator and heater. Pillow and mattress were very uncomfortable. But hot shower, Fast wifi and good price.
    Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

    2/10 Terrible

    Verified traveler

    Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

    Corona Station

    This hostel is the best place to catch the coronavirus. Dirty rooms and common areas, windows closed, heavy air. Never stepping in there again.
    Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

    8/10 Good

    Verified traveler

    Liked: Staff & service
    Disliked: Cleanliness

    とにかく安い

    オークランドでシティから近くてこの値段はすごくお得に感じた
    Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

    8/10 Good

    Verified traveler

    Liked: Staff & service
    Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

    コスパ良し

    夜中でもチェックインできたし、フロントの人が優しかったので良かった。
    Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

    8/10 Good

    Shelly, Rotorua

    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    We stayed in a double room with private bathroom. Room and bathroom were clean and tidy. Was a hot night, so a fan was provided. Was reasonable price for Auckland
    Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

    4/10 Poor

    Verified traveler

    Liked: Staff & service
    Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
    Cold Water in Shower not working this morning. Hand Basin Cold tap dripping all night Couldn't turn it off. Some pesky little biting critters in carpet. Other than that I would stay again. I thought the Reception Staff were exceptional. They were extremely helpful & very Courteous. Thank You! Barry
    Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

    2/10 Terrible

    Verified traveler

    Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    The property is 1-star. It does have a kitchen and beds, but everything is beyond basic. I've stayed in hostels around Asia, Europe and South America, and they've never been this bad. To start, the staff aren't rude, but they're not exactly helpful. They also failed to mention that they don't provide towels - I walked to Westfield, and all the places that sold towels were expensive. The atmosphere is also quite bad - it doesn't have the fun atmosphere that other places have - it just feels seedy. i ended up leaving and booking elsewhere, but they wouldn't refund my money. Would not recommend at all.
    Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020

    4/10 Poor

    Verified traveler

    Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

    あまりおすすめしない…

    古い建物で、天井からパイプなどがむき出しになっている。 上の階の人が水道を使う音が直に聞こえる。 (イヤホンを持参することをおすすめする) 部屋が湿気臭い。 部屋の中にロッカーがあるが、汚く、鍵はかけられない。 S字フックとか、南京錠を持参すると良いと思う。 ベッドはきれいだが、共同トイレやシャワールームは汚い。 タオルは無し、シャンプーなども無し。トイレのハンドソープも補充されていなかった。 エレベーターのとまり方が雑ww 個人的にはもう泊まらない。
    Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

    2/10 Terrible

    Verified traveler

    Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
    Felt very uncomfortable staying here as a lone travelling female, very creepy place with gangs of people on drugs standing around outside the entrance all day and night that would bother everyone who entered or left the building... not very pleasant. I Stayed in a female dorm, the room was clean, but the cleaners went through my locker and the locker of another girl in my dorm and left our things out everywhere, staff seemed uninterested when we told them. The kitchen was disgusting, and the toilet had no ceiling... can’t believe I payed to stay here... really gross
    Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

    2/10 Terrible

    Verified traveler

    Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    駅から20分くらい歩く
    Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

    6/10 Okay

    Verified traveler

    Liked: Staff & service, amenities
    Very strong smell of air freshner in room. Liked location.
    Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

    10/10 Excellent

    Verified traveler

    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
    古いけど、安くて落ち着ける。レイトチェックインも対応してもらえて満足。
    Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

    4/10 Poor

    Verified traveler

    Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

    友人には勧めません

    ドミトリー利用。 建物自体が古いためか部屋に空気がこもっている感じがあり清潔感は皆無でした。部屋にはコンセントがたくさんありましたが、8割使えませんでした。女性用共用シャワーもシャワーブースのみで脱衣スペースがなく非常に使いにくい。ドライヤーの貸し出しもなし。 毎日クリーナーの方が掃除してくれていましたが、それが分かっているからか宿泊者のマナーが最悪でした。朝一でキッチンに行くと洗ってないお皿や飲みかけのワイングラスが散乱している状態でした。
    Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

    4/10 Poor

    David

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

    Reckless management

    I’ve been staying in this hostel for a while and for some reason it’s not been taken care of for some weeks now. The property got a lift that started breaking every other week and now for more than 8 days it’s without repair. It’s a pain when it’s located in the 5th floor and we have to come all the way up and down. The biggest male shower is under maintenance for about a month now and we don’t know when it’s going to be open again. This week one of the two fridges stopped working and no note was released to let the tenants know they should move their food. Some food stayed unattended in the broken fridge for more than 24h. The way things are rolling up show the management is not really into improving things here and it’s sad since it’s in a great location. In addition to that, prices are not getting reasonably lower even though we are in a low season and demand has shrunk for some time now.
    Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

    10/10 Excellent

    Verified traveler

    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
    Clean, friendly and affordable. All cooking facilities and kitchen were awesome and I enjoyed feeling welcomed and safe.
    Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

    10/10 Excellent

    Verified traveler

    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    The property is in excellent location. Every thing in CBD was close-by, lot of foods available in the surrounding area. Got one issue about connecting my Cell Phone & TABLET to hostel's WIFI system.
    Stayed 2 nights in May 2019