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Geeky Gecko - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Dunedin, near University of Otago
your current months are November, 2024 and December, 2024.
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Exterior
Front of property
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
6 Beds Mixed Dormitory | Bathroom
4 Beds Mixed Dormitory

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Business services
    Business services

Explore the area

Map
6 Stafford St, Dunedin, Otago, 9016
  • Grand Casino
    3 min walk
  • Speight's Brewery
    5 min walk
  • Dunedin Chinese Garden
    6 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    24 min drive

Room options

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Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Private Queen Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Netflix
Laundry detergent
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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6 Beds Female Dormitory

6 Beds Female Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Laundry detergent
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for 5 Beds Mixed Dormitory

Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

5 Beds Mixed Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Laundry detergent
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Private 2 Beds Dormitory

Private 2 Beds Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Laundry detergent
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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6 Beds Mixed Dormitory

6 Beds Mixed Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Laundry detergent
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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4 Beds Mixed Dormitory

4 Beds Mixed Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Laundry detergent
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

8 Beds Mixed Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Laundry detergent
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

About the area

Dunedin

Geeky Gecko - Hostel places you steps from Grand Casino and within a short 5-minute stroll of Speight's Brewery. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This hostel has free WiFi in public areas, a library and a computer station. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Near this Dunedin City Centre hostel, you'll find University of Otago.
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What's nearby

  • Grand Casino - 3 min walk
  • Speight's Brewery - 5 min walk
  • The Octagon - 8 min walk
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 9 min walk
  • University of Otago - 15 min walk

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 11 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Impression - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dunedin Casino - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jizo Japanese Cafe & Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sessions - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Etruscos at the Savoy - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Geeky Gecko - Hostel

Hostel in Dunedin, near University of Otago
Geeky Gecko - Hostel offers its guests a library, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Geeky Gecko - Hostel also features a communal living room, a microwave in a common area, and a fridge in a common area.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Dunedin hostel.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
Geeky Gecko - Hostel offers 13 shared accommodations with free toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Street parking available
  • Limited on-site parking

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6 shared bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laundry detergent
  • Shared accommodation

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.15 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.15 per cent

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

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, debit cards and cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Geeky Gecko
Geeky Gecko - Hostel Dunedin
Geeky Gecko - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Geeky Gecko - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Dunedin

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Geeky Gecko - Hostel?

Geeky Gecko - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Geeky Gecko - Hostel?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Geeky Gecko - Hostel?

The closest beach to Geeky Gecko - Hostel is St. Clair Beach (3.4 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Geeky Gecko - Hostel?

No, Geeky Gecko - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Geeky Gecko - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Geeky Gecko - Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Geeky Gecko - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 4 reviews" "
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews" "

6.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I thought the staff lacking enthusiasm when approaching reception. Building is run down but everything was clean. We did however enjoyed the rules to do with noise and surprisingly everyone obeyed .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very very noisy and filty bathrooms. TV in private room didnt work.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hostel, kindly stuff, close to the city center, cool arts. I enjoyed my stay in the hostel. 👍👍👍
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020