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Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, near Auckland Ferry Terminal
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Front of property
Shared Dormitory (6 Beds)
Living room
Interior
Hair dryer, towels

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

Map
65 Wellington Street, Auckland, Auckland, 10
  • Queen Street Shopping District
    12 min walk
  • SkyCity Casino
    13 min walk
  • The Civic Theater
    14 min walk
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    26 min drive

Room options

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

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

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

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

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

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

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/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)

Shared Dormitory (6 Beds)

Highlights

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

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The price is NZ$77
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Auckland

At Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Queen Street Shopping District and SkyCity Casino. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a computer station and barbecues. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute walk of this Freemans Bay hostel include Sky Tower and University of Auckland.
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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 Kingsland Station - 4 min drive
  • Daldy Street Tram Stop - 17 min walk
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 26 min drive

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

Hostel with free parking, near Auckland Ferry Terminal
As a guest of Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel, you'll find a library, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Auckland hostel.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Smoking in designated areas
Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel offers 15 accommodations. Beds feature premium bedding. This Auckland hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Rooms have detached private bathrooms.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Detached private bathroom
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel?

Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel?

Yep, Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel?

The closest beach to Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel is Takapuna Beach (7.4 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel?

No, Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Freemans Backpackers Lodge - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 81 reviews" "

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 Terrible

Mary, Auckland

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Janelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Cheap and cheerful. Nothing amazing but enough to get by on.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Kaybix Holdings

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
smelly
Stinky
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property was ok but just other people coughing and that was disturbing our sleep
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff, comfortable environment, enjoyed the staff and would recommend to others
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

Sheila Grace

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

2/10 Terrible

Matthew

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
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
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

Kitty, rotorua

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Ok
Ok but staff ride and bed not made probley sheets came off otherwise clean room clean facilities nice shower
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

6/10 Okay

Anatoliy

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

4/10 Poor

Mirza

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
G

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Spent very little time there due to commitments so not much to say!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

2/10 Terrible

Jonathan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was what we needed. Showers needs a drain clean as it fill up with water, but overall we had a nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A good place to stay for one or two nights. Close to CBD and Ponsonby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 22 nights in Jul 2017