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Choice Backpackers

Choice Backpackers

Auckland
Check in 2:00 PM
Check out 10:00 AM
Your journey of exceptional moments begins the instant you cross the threshold of Choice Backpackers, where every detail is crafted to elevate your stay, within a 10-minute walk of University of Auckland and Sky Tower. This family-friendly hostel is 7 minutes walk to SkyCity Casino and 15 minutes walk to Auckland Ferry Terminal.

Our spacious rooms feature complimentary high-speed WiFi and a private bathroom with premium toiletries, ensuring a comfortable stay whether you’re here for business or leisure. Conveniences include a kitchenette, an in-room safe, wheelchair-accessibility and a desk.

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Property Details

Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and a television in a common area. Additional features at this hostel include tour/ticket assistance and a vending machine.

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Distance from property (meters) - 500
  • Games
  • Books
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Video library
  • Vending machine
  • Music library
  • Street parking
  • Foosball
  • Shared microwave
  • Television in common areas
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Free WiFi
  • Arcade/game room
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Distance from property (ft) - 1640
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-out
  • Billiards or pool table
  • Multilingual staff
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Library
  • Smoke-free property
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Total number of rooms - 36

Check-in

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 10:00 PM. Guests must be at least 16 to check-in.

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Towels are available on request for a refundable deposit.

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • 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
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Other details

Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Choice Backpackers.

Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and multilingual staff.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Queen Street Shopping District - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Auckland Central City Library - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
The Civic Theater - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Auckland Art Gallery - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
High Street - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Auckland Town Hall - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Albert Park - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Aotea Square - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Aotea Centre - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
University of Auckland - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Sky Tower - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
SkyCity Casino - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
New Zealand International Convention Centre - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Kawakawa Bay - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
The preferred airport for Choice Backpackers is Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 22 km / 13.7 mi

  • 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.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Hotel policies

General

  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • LGBTQIA+ friendly
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Essential workers only - NO
  • Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing

Pets

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets not allowed

Other charges

  • Nearby parking fee: NZD 24 per day (1640 ft away)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Location

10 Wellesley Street East, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
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