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Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel within easy reach of Auckland Ferry Terminal

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Front of property
Living room
Hair dryer, towels
Interior
Shared Dormitory (6 Beds) | Premium bedding, free WiFi

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (11)

  • Garden
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Bike rental

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
  • Private bathroom (not in room)
  • Premium bedding
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Free self parking

Room options

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Twin Room | Premium bedding, free WiFi

Twin Room

Highlights

Premium bedding
Detached private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room | Premium bedding, free WiFi

Single Room

Highlights

Premium bedding
Detached private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | Premium bedding, free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Premium bedding
Detached private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room | Premium bedding, free WiFi

Double Room

Highlights

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Premium bedding
Detached private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Shared Dormitory (6 Beds) | Premium bedding, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory (6 Beds)

Highlights

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Premium bedding
Detached private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, free WiFi

Small Bunk Room

Highlights

Premium bedding
Detached private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Laundry facilities
Non-smoking
7.4 out of 10, Good, (122)
The price is ￥5,260
￥6,049 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 26 - Dec 27
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About the neighborhood

Map
65 Wellington Street, Auckland, Auckland, 10

What's nearby

  • Queen Street Shopping District - 12 min walk
  • SkyCity Casino - 13 min walk
  • Sky Tower - 15 min walk
  • Princes Wharf - 3 min drive
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 26 min drive
  • Auckland Kingsland Station - 4 min drive
  • Auckland Britomart Station - 25 min walk
  • Auckland Mt Eden Station - 28 min walk
  • Daldy Street Tram Stop - 17 min walk
  • Gaunt Street Tram Stop - 18 min walk
  • Jellicoe Street Tram Stop - 21 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Bagel Love - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Rude Boy Deli & Eatery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Birdcage Bar & Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Best Ugly Bagels - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Thai E-Sarn - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel

Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Queen Street Shopping District and SkyCity Casino. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, Auckland Ferry Terminal and Sky Tower are just a 5-minute drive away.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Library

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom (not in room)
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

Fees & policies

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Freemans Backpackers Lodge Hostel Auckland
Freemans Backpackers Lodge Hostel
Freemans Backpackers Auckland
Freemans Backpackers
Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel Auckland

Frequently asked questions

Does Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but SkyCity Casino (13-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel and nearby?
Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel like?
Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel is a short 12-minute walk from Queen Street Shopping District and 13 minutes' walk from SkyCity Casino.

Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

6.0

Good

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Poor

False advertising. Rude staff. Beds with one small blanket in winter. Old building and freezing cold-no insulation. Bathroom tap didn't turn on. Booked for 3 nights, thinking it had a private bathroom as advertised. Upon check in found out no room had private bathroom. All shared. Refused to refund me any money. Even after showing them the advertisement online. Didn't stay and booked elsewhere. Only parking available is pay and display down the road that is more expensive than the room itself.
Mary, 3-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Not once did we see the staff. We arrived at 3pm and had to check in via the phone at the door. Property is quite dated but useable. Kitchen is tiny. Parking is street parking and you have to move your vechicle every 2hrs between 10am-6pm. If you want a basic room at a good location then this is it but don't expect much more
1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very Good

Cheap and cheerful. Nothing amazing but enough to get by on.
Janelle, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

smelly
Stinky
Kaybix Holdings, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Property was ok but just other people coughing and that was disturbing our sleep
1-night romance trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great friendly staff, comfortable environment, enjoyed the staff and would recommend to others
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Quiet location, excellent wifi signal, clean rooms. The on-site manager Steve went out of his way to help me when I needed to contact someone regarding car trouble. Free parking means free 2hr street parking. After 6pm it's free until 10 am the next day.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Sheila Grace, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Dennis, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Run down and no good
This place is in a bad state. One of the worst places we have stayed and we have travelled to many places around the world. The cleanliness is atrocious - for one example the same "floor towels" in the showers were scrunched up and soaking for the whole 3 days that we were there (I DARE you to step on it). One previous review mentioned something about the blankets smelling like they hadn't been cleaned for a long time - we made the mistake to also smell them. I would advise against this (we used some blankets we had brought with us). There is no check in desk, so no-one there to greet you or to help out in any way. Only a phone in the corridor for you to speak with... someone. There is an "office", which was closed for most of the time that we were there. But the people that came out of there appeared to be cleaners/guests possibly staying rent free. Some people made a curry on the first night and left the kitchen in a complete state - dirty dishes and pots everywhere. And the kitchen wasn't adequately cleaned for our whole stay. Some of the windows are broken, and there are holes in various walls. The immediate area is empty, but it isn't too far from shops etc (but be prepared to walk at least 20 mins). The house itself is a nice old building, with a great garden. The sad thing is that with a bit of love, this could be a very nice place. But I feel it has been neglected for many years. Overall, do yourself a favour and look elsewhere.
Matthew, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Standard motel
Motel was comfortable and the staff member was welcoming and kind to show me around the motel on check in. However, website stated ammenities were provided. Had to go ask for the towels and there was no soap, which is fine but then I hadn’t packed with any. Room was comfortable and as expected but, the room smelt of weed so had to keep the window open
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Good place to stay near the Auckland centre (10 minutes from Queen St)! Very friendly and helpful staff, good facilities. I had a nice stay and if I return Auckland I sure check first for this accommodation!
5-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

Ok
Ok but staff ride and bed not made probley sheets came off otherwise clean room clean facilities nice shower
Kitty, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Anatoliy, 4-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Not that good at the price
Very poor value for money. I know it's a cheap youth hostel, but I paid a premium for a private room expecting a few basic amenities. However, the room lacked air conditioning, a writing desk, sink, refrigerator, TV, phone, towels/toiletries, coffee machines, safe, etc., all of which can be found in accommodations at similar prices. Kitchen was in poor condition with dirty dishes left in the sink. Showers and toilets were reasonably clean, but as mentioned, no soap, shampoo, or towels were provided. The water drained slowly, and the bathmats were filthy (and for some reason, hung from the towel rails). Staff were friendly but rarely present. They initially balked when I asked to make a phone call to Wellington for an emergency matter, but then relented. If you stay at this place, pay no more than the cheapest shared accommodation rate. Paying for a single/double room at market rates for this level of service isn't worth it.
Mirza, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

G
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

It was not great
The kitchen always had a gross smell, plus cheese left out for days and ants in the sugar. Walls were sticky in our bedroom. Carpets were badly stained. Each night there was a different random person sleeping on the living room couches.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Toilet leaking over floor. 2 stained towels left on floor- to mop up sewage?. No signs -shower drain blocked as well. Run down and unclean
1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

Spent very little time there due to commitments so not much to say!
1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

2/10 Poor

Don't stay unless young and desparate.
I did not stay. I got there and was "checked in" via the intercom. I took one look at my room (the size of a prison cell with a metal cot, thin mattress and old bedding) and its condition (kind of dingy and dirty looking) and decided to bail. I intended to stay three nights. I paid the penalty for the first and bailed. The door did not have a key, although, when I called to tell the manager that I had booked elsewhere, she mentioned that she was planning on bringing the key to me. I wasn't expecting luxury, nor was I expecting squalor, I got the latter.
Jonathan, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

It was what we needed. Showers needs a drain clean as it fill up with water, but overall we had a nice stay.
2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

A good place to stay for one or two nights. Close to CBD and Ponsonby.
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Freemans a nice quiet place to stay
The backpacker's hostel is located a little walk from the CBD is a short hike ( even with a broken shoe) I was able to treck to and from town several times. The condition of the hostel is good, a little small but perfect for what i was requiring. The staff were efficiant. Check in wasn't until 4pm as reception was closed from 1pm to 4pm. but with a phone and directions on entering the property i was able to chill out and look around. I recommend this place it is quiet, small & safe I will stay here again.
Stuart, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Can recommend staff but not the hotel.
Exceptionally friendly staff member who was faultless. But the hotel was old, rotten deep hole in bathroom shower area, dusty, dirty room overall (though you can see that they do clean)....i mean the building needs a deep clean repaint and repair. Men were drinking in kitchen the night I arrived, there are no female separate areas for toilet or showers. Could have safer measueres in place for overall safety and well being. I got sick after staying here - was cold with small heater in the room. I cannot stress enough how great the staff was though, helped me with parking, location, directions around the city. The premises let the experience down.
2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very Good

22-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review