Default_destination

Auckland Travel Guide powered by advice from Real Travelers

 Get Real Deal alerts »

Auckland Central Backpackers

L3 299 Queen Street, Auckland, New Zealand
Auckland Central Backpackers
Real Traveler Rating: 4.0 out of 5 based on 74 reviews from 1 source
Recommended
Clean: Rating of 3.8 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.0 out of 5
Location: Rating of 4.8 out of 5
Check rates
from $14
Real Travel - Review Analyzer
Recommended
Based on 74 reviews
from 1 source
  • Overall: Rating of 4.0 out of 5

    "Great place to stay cant fault it at all." source Hostelworld

  • Clean: Rating of 3.8 out of 5

    "Otherwise good location and is generally clean (can\'t say the same for the guests in the kitchen though." source Hostelworld

    "very good location very clean and had all the facilities thank you very much." source Hostelworld

    "is a really good place, is clean, the bed are comfortable and warm." source Hostelworld

    "The beds were clean and the location was brilliant." source Hostelworld

    "Facilities are relatively clean." source Hostelworld

  • Service: Rating of 4.0 out of 5

    "good stay, personal fridge in room ,great help, excellent service." source Hostelworld

    "Still, location is excellent and services helpful." source Hostelworld

  • Location: Rating of 4.8 out of 5

    "Excellent location in the heart of downtown and on the Airbus, Link bus and down the hill from the Skyharbor (Intercity) Bus terminal." source Hostelworld

    "However, if you don't care about location then don't stay here." source Hostelworld

    "good location,and great tv room." source Hostelworld

    "Nice place, great location." source Hostelworld

  • Value

    "excellent for the very cheap price of 20$ in 8-share dorms (if you book online only)." source Hostelworld

    "book online to get the cheaper price." source Hostelworld

  • Room

    "My stuff was stolen from the storage room and I ran into a few rude staff members." source Hostelworld

    "We were in room 503 - outside noise from club / pub / public loud till 4." source Hostelworld

    "Great kitchen and tv rooms only slight let down was the room." source Hostelworld

    "Got a double room, it didnt have a window it was like a jail cell." source Hostelworld

More information on Auckland Central Backpackers

Auckland Central Backpackers is a hostel located in downtown Auckland, on the corner of Queen Street and Darby, and approximately 15 miles from Auckland International Airport. The bus to the airport stops right out front. It's about a five-minute walk to the train and ferry terminals. The property's amenities include the free beer or soft drink on arrival, 24-hour front desk service, international phone service, fax and e-mail/internet services, currency exchange, mail handling, photocopying, postage stamps, phonecard sales, disposable cameras and film, T-shirt sales, short- and long-term luggage storage, bicycle storage, and storage for unique items (like surfboards or kayaks). ACB houses a pool table, laundry/ironing facilities, soft drink and snack machines, kitchen and dining areas, two stereo-surround big-screen TV rooms, lounges with couches, and the Net Cafe, serving lattes, cappuccinos, and snacks at all hours. All rooms (dorm bunks, singles, twin/doubles, and single-bed shared rooms) feature fully made-up beds, hot showers, and shared bathroom facilities.

Check-in Time:

1400

Check-out Time:

1000

Total Rooms:

500

Total Floors:

9 floors.

Rooms:

500
Information by Travelocity

Check rates & availability for this hotel — Average Price: $14

loading

Things to do near Auckland Central Backpackers

  • Borders
    Attractions
    Distance 0.0 miles away
    Popularity #48 of 216
  • Academy Cinema
    Attractions

    In a basement deep under the Auckland Public Library, this cinema specializes in quality, art and cross-over movies. Owner John Hart, one...

    Distance 0.1 miles away
    Popularity #132 of 216
  • Auckland Town Hall (The)
    Attractions

    Officially opened in 1911, this Italian renaissance revival-style building not only serves as the Council Chamber and city mayoral office...

    Distance 0.1 miles away
    Popularity #318 of 216
  • Going West Books and Writers Festival
    Attractions

    The dramatic ranges and the wild beaches of Waitakere City, Auckland have proved rich fodder for a burgeoning arts community. Going West...

    Distance 0.1 miles away
    Popularity #281 of 216
  • London Bar (The)
    Attractions

    This typical British-influenced Kiwi pub is right in the middle of the city, located upstairs across the road from the Civic...

    Distance 0.1 miles away
    Popularity #165 of 216
  • Coast Bar and Lounge
    Attractions

    Enjoy a drink high above Prince's Wharf in this stylish and desirable bar. Popular with Auckland's nightclub set, it also has one of the...

    Distance 0.1 miles away
    Popularity #103 of 216
  • Rose & Crown Pub & Cafe
    Attractions

    The Rose and Crown is a traditional Kiwi pub and cafe/brasserie. The venue draws a good crowd from the nearby office buildings around lun...

    Distance 0.1 miles away
    Popularity #67 of 216
  • Civic (The)
    Attractions

    After a million dollar restoration, the grandeur and opulence of the spectacular Civic features many facets not seen by the public for ma...

    Distance 0.1 miles away
    Popularity #287 of 216
  • Silo Theatre
    Attractions

    This theater was incorporated as a charitable trust in 1998 with the aim of providing a venue for the development of budding New Zealand...

    Distance 0.1 miles away
    Popularity #223 of 216
  • Devonport Ferry
    Attractions

    The ferry run to Devonport is a great way to see the bustling waterfront and port of Auckland and take in great views of the city skyline...

    Distance 0.1 miles away
    Popularity #167 of 216

     Real Travelers who've been here

    loraloralora loraloralora said

    … friendly ticket agent from yesterday. He remembered our big run for the Devonport ferry the day before… continue reading »

 more Auckland things to do »
  • Tanuki's Cave (Yakitori)
    Restaurants

    Below the Tanuki Sushi and Sake Bar is Tanuki's Cave. This, quite separate establishment, serves up informal Yakitori and Kushiage style...

    Distance 0.1 miles away
    Popularity #1 of 25
  • Circa Restaurant & Bar
    Restaurants

    Circa, in Rydges Hotel, is suitable for business entertaining, casual and occasion dining. It won an award at the Corbans Wine and Food C...

    Distance 0.1 miles away
    Popularity #39 of 25
  • Freiya's Indian Restaurant
    Restaurants

    Freiya's is a family-run restaurant specializing in Indian cuisine, which draws on the traditions of Parsee cooking. The tables are set w...

    Distance 0.1 miles away
    Popularity #28 of 25
  • Poppadom
    Restaurants

    You can watch your Naan bread cooking in the authentic Tandoori clay oven at Poppadom. They produce a full Tandoori menu, and offer an ex...

    Distance 0.1 miles away
    Popularity #95 of 25
  • Fortuna Buffet Restaurant
    Restaurants

    Fortuna is popular with family groups as well as hotel guests and casino patrons. Children are more than welcome. There is a good selecti...

    Distance 0.1 miles away
    Popularity #85 of 25
  • Tony's
    Restaurants

    Tony's has been serving up its famous steaks since 1968 so they must be doing something right. Antique stoneware jugs line the windows, d...

    Distance 0.2 miles away
    Popularity #69 of 25

     Real Travelers who've been here

    Toni & Sam Toni & Sam said

    …Toni and I are sitting in the Koru Club at Auckland Airport waiting for our flight.11… continue reading »

  • Moghul Indian
    Restaurants

    Moghuls were the rulers of the Indian sub-continent, and the food here is indeed fit for a king. The walls are refreshingly free of flock...

    Distance 0.2 miles away
    Popularity #79 of 25
  • Paramount Restaurant and Bar
    Restaurants

    Consistently a favored contender for the "best in Auckland" title, this trendy downtown eatery and bar could teach a master class on how...

    Distance 0.2 miles away
    Popularity #68 of 25
  • Otto's
    Restaurants

    Otto's is an independent restaurant operating upstairs within Auckland's Ascott Auckland Metropolis Hotel. Trent Warren prepares a menu o...

    Distance 0.3 miles away
    Popularity #1 of 25
  • Toto
    Restaurants

    Offering warm Italian hospitality in elegant surroundings, Toto presents traditional Italian cuisine with a modern twist. Enjoy live oper...

    Distance 0.3 miles away
    Popularity #73 of 25
 more Auckland restaurants »

Auckland Travel Experiences

Where have you been lately?

Share your travels with friends & family

Free travel blog
Sign up for a free travel blog

Traveler Photos of Auckland

Picture perfect views everywhere More dolphins The Gannet Flock Pretty pretty
 See all photos in Auckland »