On Top Backpackers
12 Filleul Street
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Why people book this hotel
“Good location”
“We love the location, the pool hall downstairs too”
“Great location, very quiet during the night, obviously enforced during the nigh…”
“Free breakfast and private rooms available”
“Staff were so friendly and helpful”
“Excellent service really good comfortable bed nice breakfast inthe morning, grea…”
“Clean kitchen and bathrooms”
“Location Bed was super comfortable The lady who was cleaning, who’s Meeting a …”
“Good atmosphere in attached pool hall and bar”
“All Cutlery etc well provided, and worthy of a revisit”
“Especially for the value, it’s awesome if you’re on a budget”
Overview
On Top Backpackers is situated in the heart of Dunedin City, just a minutes' walk from The Octagon . Guests can choose from a variety of room types to suit any type of traveler . All rooms have heating , Rooms are secure with individual key card accessibility. facilities are spread along our beautiful sundeck, which captures the sun and overlooks the city . On Top Backpackers is situated up one flight of stairs above The Poolhouse Bar & Cafe and provides a fully equipped kitchen and free unlimited highspeed wifi & complimentary continental breakfast included daily" There are laundry facilities on-site and free luggage storage is available on request. The staff at reception can assist with booking a shuttle service or a tour and can also help with site-seeing information as well as parking options. Public parking close by both paid and free options available which vary depending on time and day. Wheelchair accessibility is very difficult at this hostel. but it is possible. only if you book a private ensuite room.
Traveller reviews
Jimmy
solo_traveller
June 16, 2026
“Good stay”
Clean kitchen and bathrooms
Phillip
solo_traveller
June 14, 2026
Avoid at all costs. Booked via Booking.com, on arrival staff advised that they do not accept bookings via booking.com, although clearly advertising. Took money paid through booking.com. Cancelled booking for booking through booking.com. Did not refund money. Should not take three days plus for refund. Some Staff are drunk on duty. Some staff become argumentative and nonsensical. Customer service is unacceptable
Jamesbrown_79
solo_traveller
June 6, 2026
“Good”
Good location
Laura
solo_traveller
June 5, 2026
Staff were so friendly and helpful
Gwenda
solo_traveller
June 4, 2026
“Excellent.”
Excellent service really good comfortable bed nice breakfast inthe morning, great view , not far from all amenities great spot whether you want to stay one night or more l highly rate this place.
Thomas
couple
June 3, 2026
Cheking we had to wait, people were busy and not very welcoming
Suzy
solo_traveller
June 2, 2026
“Always love staying at On Top Backpackers and always sad to leave.”
We stay every time we come to Dunedin. It would be good if you had some kind of loyalty program. We love the location, the pool hall downstairs too.
Wright
solo_traveller
June 1, 2026
“Enjoyable and quite different from The Law Courts Hotel where I usually stay: will return!”
I did provide my own. All Cutlery etc well provided, and worthy of a revisit
Ralf
solo_traveller
May 28, 2026
“Suitable for a short stay, Central”
Great location, very quiet during the night, obviously enforced during the night. Kitchen was ok.
Perla
solo_traveller
May 23, 2026
I like that it was right in town withnpaid parking next door and free parking nearby. Free breakfast and private rooms available.
Andrew
solo_traveller
May 13, 2026
There was definitely nothing to like about the place at all as owner very rude and disrespectful
Teow
couple
May 11, 2026
“Great value for money, good facilities and amazing location.”
The en-suite double bedrooms were really good. Just like a normal hotel with all the amenities, its location was exceptional, super close to the city centre. Especially for the value, it’s awesome if you’re on a budget. Staff were super friendly too, I didn’t get the Argentinian lady who met us for check-in and check-out but she was really nice and even helped us store luggage before check-in and after check-out.
Suzanne
solo_traveller
May 3, 2026
“Adequate for what we needed but will only stay again if some of the issues we faced are rectified”
Location Bed was super comfortable The lady who was cleaning, who’s Meeting a couple of people who were playing pool!
Priscilla
solo_traveller
April 27, 2026
“Right in the CBD”
The location and the clientele are generally quiet and respectful. I’ve stayed numerous times here and the standard remains the same. The staff are always helpful.
Justin
solo_traveller
April 22, 2026
“Great location at a great price. Very clean and tidy.”
Great location. Clean and tidy place. Comfortable bed.
Louise
solo_traveller
April 22, 2026
“Value for money.”
Excellent position in centre city. Good atmosphere in attached pool hall and bar. Reasonably quiet at night.
Sarah Luise
solo_traveller
April 18, 2026
The location is amazing and I loved that there is outdoor space. I liked the kitchen and living space combination
Kurt
couple
April 8, 2026
“Ok, just needs to sort out booking system”
It’s a great place to stay
elisabeth
couple
April 5, 2026
“Great”
Sufficient brekkie Great locaion
yayueh
extended_group
April 4, 2026
Everything is lovely
Facilities
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km), Games room, Billiards, Evening entertainment, Happy hour
Cleaning services
Laundry room
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Coffee house on site, Breakfast options, Bar
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Non-smoking rooms, Soundproof rooms, Heating, Bicycle parking, Adult only, WiFi available in all areas, Designated smoking area
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture, Terrace, BBQ facilities
Parking
Parking, Street parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Safety & security
Key card access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Services
Shared lounge/TV area, Laundry, Tour desk, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
Private room with a TV and an en suite bathroom. Bedding and linen are included. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. There is no capacity for additional guests. Rooms are standard doubles, some are in the configuration of twin as an option. Twin configurations must be requested upon booking and are subject to availability. Secure key card access. individual lockers, however, enquire about our storage room accessibility upon request. add heaters run on an energy saving one hour time activator
Double or Twin Room
Toilet and bathroom facilities are shared. There is a chair and side table as well as a mirror provided. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. A 3rd guest can be accommodated for an additional charge. Please use the special request box when booking or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Rooms are standard doubles, some are in the configuration of twin as an option. Twin configurations must be requested upon booking and are subject to availability.
Executive Suite
Boasting a private entrance, this suite includes 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. Featuring an outdoor dining area, this suite also offers a washing machine, soundproof walls and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.
Single Room
Private room for one guest only. Toilet and bathroom facilities are shared. Bedding provided, lamp, bedside table, heating on an energy saving one hour activator
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