Choice Backpackers

City-center hostel within walking distance of University of Auckland

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Where to?

Dates

October 2025

30

November 2025

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.

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

$43 nightly

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 30 - Oct 31

Tomorrow

Oct 31 - Nov 1

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 11 of 11 rooms

8 Bed Mixed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Very good

Highlights

20 bathrooms

In-room safe

161 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 1
4 Twin Bunk Beds

8 Bed Female Only Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

20 bathrooms

In-room safe

161 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 1
4 Twin Bunk Beds

6 Bed Mixed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Very good

Highlights

20 bathrooms

In-room safe

161 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 1
3 Twin Bunk Beds

6 Bed Female Only Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

20 bathrooms

In-room safe

161 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 1
3 Twin Bunk Beds

4 Bed Mixed Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Very good

Highlights

20 bathrooms

In-room safe

161 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 1
2 Twin Bunk Beds

4 Bed Female Only Dorm (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

20 bathrooms

In-room safe

161 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 1
2 Twin Bunk Beds

Single Room (Shared Bathroom)

Very good

Highlights

20 bathrooms

In-room safe

108 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)

Exceptional

Highlights

20 bathrooms

In-room safe

107 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom, City View

Exceptional

Highlights

20 bathrooms

In-room safe

107 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Private 3 Bed Room with Ensuite Bathroom

Highlights

Kitchenette

Private bathroom

Microwave

Laptop workspace

In-room safe

Desk

161 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 3
3 Twin Beds

Private 3 Bed Room with Ensuite Bathroom

Exceptional

Highlights

Kitchenette

Private bathroom

Microwave

Laptop workspace

In-room safe

Desk

215 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi
Laundry facilities
24/7 front desk

$28 nightly

Nov 13 - Nov 14

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

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

Hotel size

- 36 rooms

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

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.

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

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

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

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 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.