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Hotel Description

4-star hostel near University of Otago

Dunedin City Centre stay

With a stay at this Dunedin City Centre hostel, you'll be steps from St. Paul's Cathedral and Dunedin Town Hall. The Octagon and Dunedin Public Art Gallery are also within half a mile (1 km).

Free breakfast

This hostel features a bar/lounge, a coffee shop, and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the free continental breakfast each morning. A terrace, luggage storage, and laundry facilities are also on offer.

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Female Dorm Room)

Bed Count 6 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 6 Max
CA $20* Per night/room 24 Apr. - 25 Apr.

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Six-Bed Mixed Dorm Room)

Bed Count 6 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Eight-Bed Mixed Dorm Room)

Bed Count 8 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 8 Max

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Standard Twin Private)

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (En Suites Queen)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Single Room)

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

About the On Top Apartments & Hostel Backpackers

Location 12 Filleul Street, Dunedin, 9016

Property Features

There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at On Top Apartments & Hostel Backpackers. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Dunedin hostel.

  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free parking nearby

Transport

  • Train station: Dunedin Railway Station (0.9 km / 0.6 mi)

Room Amenities

On Top Apartments & Hostel Backpackers offers 43 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and rice cookers. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

  • Communal kitchen access
  • Refrigerator (full size)
  • Microwave
  • Stove
  • Rice cooker
  • Coffee maker
  • Kitchenware
  • Shower
  • Local calls (free)
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Heating

Food & Drink

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 9 AM.

Poolhouse Cafe and Bar - Onsite bar.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 10 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Parties and events are allowed on site.

For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No elevators
  • Front desk opens daily at 9:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 10 PM
  • Events/parties allowed
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • LGBTQIA friendly
  • Credit card pre-authorization
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are not provided with hand sanitizer
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property does not follow sanitization practices of any association
  • Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Nearby parking fee: NZD 8 per night(16 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Bed sheets fee: NZD 15 per bed, per night (or guests may bring their own)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Top Apartments Hostel/Backpackers Dunedin
  • Top Apartments Hostel/Backpackers
  • Top Hostel/Backpackers Dunedin
  • Top Hostel/Backpackers
  • On Top Apartments Hostel/Backpackers
  • On Top Apartments & Hostel Backpackers Dunedin

You should know

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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®

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