On Top Backpackers
1 night
Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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On Top Backpackers
Hostel
12 Filleul Street, Dunedin Central, Dunedin, Otago, 9016, New Zealand
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With a stay at On Top Apartments & Hostel Backpackers, you'll be centrally located in Dunedin, steps from Dunedin Town Hall and within a 5-minute walk of The Octagon. This hostel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Regent Theatre and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from University of Otago.Show More
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Highlights
Parking available
Lots to do
Delicious breakfastAmenities
Golf course
Public parking
EV charging station
Luggage storage
Bar
Billiards room
Taxi booking service
Wi-Fi in public areasFree
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Property Description
With a stay at On Top Apartments & Hostel Backpackers, you'll be centrally located in Dunedin, steps from Dunedin Town Hall and within a 5-minute walk of The Octagon. This hostel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Regent Theatre and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from University of Otago.
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3.9/5
GoodCleanliness3.9
Amenities3.9
Location4.0
Service3.9
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Surroundings
Airport: Dunedin Airport
(29.2 km)
Train: Taieri Gorge Railway
(880m)
Landmarks: Dunedin Town Hall
(<100m)
Landmarks: Dunedin City Library
(<100m)
Landmarks: St Paul's Cathedral
(150m)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
1
Executive Suite
1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Electric blanket
Private entrance
Conditioner
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Single Room
1 Single bed
Non-smoking
Lowered sink
Heating
Terrace
Iron and ironing board
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Double Or Twin Room
1 Double bed or 2 Single bed
Non-smoking
Lowered sink
Heating
Terrace
Iron and ironing board
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Bed In 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
1 Bunk bed
Non-smoking
Lowered sink
Heating
Terrace
Iron and ironing board
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Deluxe Double Or Twin Room
1 Queen bed or 2 Single bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Private entrance
Conditioner
Shampoo
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Bed In 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
1 Bunk bed
Non-smoking
Lowered sink
Heating
Terrace
Iron and ironing board
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Bed In 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
1 Bunk bed
Non-smoking
Lowered sink
Heating
Terrace
Iron and ironing board
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Guest Reviews
3.9/5
Good
33 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness3.9
- Amenities3.9
- Location4
- Service3.9
Average for similar properties in Dunedin
AI Summary
Centrally located, the accommodation provides convenient and tranquil stay. Guests appreciate the cleanliness, amenities, and complimentary breakfast. However, the simple continental breakfast may not cater to all tastes.
majus
February 19, 2025
Good location in the middle of the city, bed was comfy enough, but lacks curtains, overall clean and good to meet people.
Guest User
June 2, 2024
Very cosy. Bed too soft and my neck feels uncomfortable.
Guest User
April 21, 2023
best location, very friendly staff, very clean room and facilities, and with complimentary breakfast, the best value in town.
Anonymous User
May 8, 2024
It was pretty terrible. I checked out at 9 o'clock and wanted to go back to the kitchen to make breakfast, but the receptionist said, "Sorry, you have already checked out, so you have to leave here. I'll give you 10 minutes." At that time, I had just finished cooking the vegetables in the pot. Then I had to throw away all the vegetables, clean up my kitchen utensils and wash the dishes.
Moreover, this hostel has no elevator, which is very unfriendly to travelers with luggage. You have to drag your luggage up very high floors.
Also, their luggage storage is keyed 🔑locked. Every time you go to get something, you have to ask the receptionist for the key, and he must follow you. The tone of the slogans posted everywhere in this hostel is also quite demanding. In short, I don't feel that guests are treated as guests.
It may also be because this is the only youth hostel with decent conditions and good location in the city center of Dunedin, so they are qualified (? idk
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Xiaoling70
November 20, 2023
When I checked out, there was no one there. When I came back after 11 o'clock, I was fined 20 dollars for being late to check out. It was unreasonable. The bed was shaking and I was scared. It was still cold at 5 o'clock and it was so dazzling that I couldn't sleep.
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Moeeeeey
April 10, 2022
It's very close to the city center, so it's noisy until 5 or 6 in the morning.
The kitchen and bathroom are very clean and have hot water available.
The disadvantage is that it is on a slope and stairs and the room is very stuffy.
The cheapest price in the city. If you want comfort, you will choose another one.
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Olivia H
May 3, 2024
quite a loud, party-like hostel. I arrived late and was initially given the wrong room - it was uncomfortable having to ask for it to be corrected, given that I’d arrived later in the evening after a long journey and that you have to check in through the bar next door, which I don’t remember any indication to previously. the room was okay, tidy and more or less clean - quite an anxious experience overall
54linnn
March 18, 2024
It's an Okey hostel. The kitchen is very small and there isn't room to cook food during peak times. The hostel is pretty clean. The main part is that this hostel is a party hostel. Even though you aren't allowed to drink at the hostel after 8pm a lot of people go out and party, come home late and make noise, be mindful of that.
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Golf course
Off-site
Public parking
Additional charge
EV charging station
Luggage storage
Bar
Billiards room
Taxi booking service
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Bar
Billiards room
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Parking
Public (not only for guests) is available Off-site parking, and Fees may apply, NZD 2.00 (approx. MYR 5.05) Hourly. Reservation not possible
Public parking
Additional charge
Car charging facilities
Transportation
Taxi booking service
Front Desk Services
Tour and ticket booking service
Safe at front desk
Luggage storage
Front desk (limited hours)
Languages Spoken
English
Food & Drink
Bar
Lobby bar
Health & Wellness
Billiards room
Golf course
Off-site
Activities
Gaming area
Public Areas
Shopping mall
Smoking area
Shared kitchen
Cleaning Services
Laundry service (on-site)
Additional charge
Clothes dryer
Business Services
Postal service
Safety & Security
CCTV in public areas
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Smoke detector
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–22:00
Check-out: 00:00–10:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]09:00–22:00
Child Policies
Children are not permitted to stay in this room type.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
TypeWestern
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Deposit Policy
DepositDeposit required
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Renovated: 2016
- Number of Rooms: 65
With a stay at On Top Apartments & Hostel Backpackers, you'll be centrally located in Dunedin, steps from Dunedin Town Hall and within a 5-minute walk of The Octagon. This hostel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Regent Theatre and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from University of Otago.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This hostel also features a communal living room and tour/ticket assistance.
Satisfy your appetite at the hostel's coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include express check-out, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Limited parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 43 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This hostel also features a communal living room and tour/ticket assistance.
Satisfy your appetite at the hostel's coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include express check-out, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Limited parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 43 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.