On Top Apartments & Hostel Backpackers

4.0 star property
Adults-only hostel with coffee shop/cafe and bar/lounge

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Full-sized fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
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Full-sized fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
City view from property

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Map
12 Filleul Street, Dunedin, 9016

What's nearby

  • Dunedin Town Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Octagon - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • First Church of Otago - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Otago - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 8 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Craic Irish Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Albar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Paasha Turkish Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

On Top Apartments & Hostel Backpackers

Upscale hostel near Dunedin Town Hall
Located close to The Octagon and Regent Theatre, On Top Apartments & Hostel Backpackers provides a terrace, a shopping centre on-site and a coffee shop/cafe. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
Other perks include:
  • Express check-out, luggage storage and coffee/tea in reception
  • A front desk safe, a billiards/pool table and games
  • Tour/ticket information, books and evening entertainment
Room features
All guestrooms at On Top Apartments & Hostel Backpackers boast comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves and rice cookers
  • Recycling, toasters and stovetops

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour offsite parking (NZD 18 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Poolhouse Cafe & Bar

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Evening entertainment
  • Games
  • Library
  • Shopping centre
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
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Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: NZD 30 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: NZD 50 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: NZD 18 per day(7 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Late check-in fee: NZD 30 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Top Apartments Hostel/Backpackers Dunedin
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Top Hostel/Backpackers Dunedin
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Frequently asked questions

Is On Top Apartments & Hostel Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at On Top Apartments & Hostel Backpackers?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at On Top Apartments & Hostel Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM to midnight for a fee of NZD 30.

What time is check-out at On Top Apartments & Hostel Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is On Top Apartments & Hostel Backpackers located?

Located in Dunedin City Centre, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Dunedin Town Hall, The Octagon and Regent Theatre. First Church of Otago and University of Otago are also within 10 minutes. Dunedin Railway Station is 8 minutes by foot.

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On Top Apartments & Hostel Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 205 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 205 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 205 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 205 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 205 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

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