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Choice Backpackers

2.0 star property
City-center hostel within walking distance of University of Auckland

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Private 3 Bed Room with Ensuite Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Private 3 Bed Room with Ensuite Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
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

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Main amenities (12)

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (4)

  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Arcade/game room
  • Snack bar/deli
The current price is AED 158
AED 182 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13

Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

8 Bed Mixed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

8 Bed Female Only Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bed Mixed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bed Female Only Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Bed Mixed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for 4 Bed Female Only Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Bed Female Only Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

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

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Single Room (Shared Bathroom) | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room (Shared Bathroom)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

20 bathrooms
In-room safe
  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room (Shared Bathroom) | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

20 bathrooms
In-room safe
  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom, City View | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Private 3 Bed Room with Ensuite Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 3 Bed Room with Ensuite Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Private 3 Bed Room with Ensuite Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 3 Bed Room with Ensuite Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
10 Wellesley Street East, Auckland, 1010

What's nearby

  • Queen Street Shopping District - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sky Tower - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • SkyCity Casino - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Auckland - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 26 min drive
  • Auckland Remuera Station - 4 min drive
  • Auckland Britomart Station - 11 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

  • ‪Remedy Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gong Cha 貢茶 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Eden Noodles City - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Father Ted's Original Irish Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Receptionist - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Choice Backpackers

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

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 available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 16
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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 cribs (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

    • Offsite parking within 1640 ft (NZD 24 per day)
    • Street parking available
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Foosball

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/game room
  • Music library
  • Video library

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • High pile carpet in room

Room amenities

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 there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize 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, but 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 check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite 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 1-minute walk from Queen Street Shopping District and 5 minutes' walk from University of Auckland.

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Choice Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Room
Location
Kitchen
Lobby
Bathroom

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Super cheap hostel in downtown with private rooms for 4 people. This is amazing choice for a family looking for an affordable option.
Dmitry, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff was very helpful
William, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good
Jayananth, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

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

10/10 Exceptional

This part is making me want to change my rating
Emma, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good.
Patrici, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The cleaning staff was very friendly but the women behind the reception weren't friendly or nice.
Paul, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

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

8/10 Very good

There was an issue with an amenity listed on the Expedia app not being available for my room, and the other rooms were already taken. The company provided a partial refund to amend the missing amenities. I was disappointed to not have the amenity, but happy that the company took my complaint seriously and worked to improve the situation.
Douglas, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location

Great front desk staff. Excellent location
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Place is in a good location. Rooms are in good condition, kitchen may need a bit of love.
Hisashi, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfortable bed, clean room. Shared bathroom Ok, looking a bit dated. Great location. Would stay again
Trevor, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The bedsheets seems to have a smell at first. there’s a weird smell at the toilet also (we don’t have any idea where it’s coming from)
Mary Ann, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Central locations. Friendly efficient staff. Musty damp smell throughout building. Not cleaned properly...
Averil, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

無料駐車場エリアに徒歩５分もあれば到着できます。夕方６時から朝の８時までの時間限定だった記憶。 チェックイン時間２２時までフロントに人がいるのが好印象。 キッチンもそこそこ使いやすい。大体どこでもそうだけど、ナイフの切れ味がすこぶる悪い。フライパンに合うサイズの蓋がないので、二つのフライパンをくっつくけて利用しました。　ワイングラスはありません。マグカップを利用しました。冷蔵庫がめっちゃ並んでいて使いやすかった。名前を書いて貼るためのシールみたいなものはありませんでした。シャワーはフロアに一つずつあるのかな？フロアは５-６部屋くらいあったと思う。トイレはフロアに３つくらい。それなりに清潔に保たれていた。利用者のマナーによるところもあると思うけど。 コンセントも複数あり、Ｗｉ-Ｆｉも快適。立地もいいので、また利用したい宿だった。唯一の難点は、食堂の殺風景さ。交流もし辛いしちょっと寂しい感じ。
YUMI, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Súper bien ubicada, todo lo hice a pie. Muy bien y muy limpio
Flor Gisela, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good for the money
Jayananth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

MUY BUEN LUGAR

ME PARECIO FENOMENAL, MJY BIEN UBICADO, TODO LO PUEDES HACER CAMINANDO. UNA ZONA MUY SEGURA Y SUPER FACIL TOMAR EL CAMION AL AEROPUERTO.
Flor Gisela, 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

6/10 Good

Good!!
TETSUYA, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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

6/10 Good

No
Giovanna, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Close to CBD
Gennie, 2-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

6/10 Good

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.
Emma, 2-night trip

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