Worldwide Backpackers Limited

1.0 star property
Hostel in Wellington, near Te Papa

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Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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291 The Terrace, Wellington, Wellington, 6011
  • Place, Victoria University of Wellington
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Wellington Central Business District
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cuba Street Mall
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room 2

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Wellington

Located in Te Aro, Worldwide Backpackers Limited is next to Victoria University of Wellington and St. John's in the City. This 13-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities.

What's nearby

  • Victoria University of Wellington - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Wellington Central Business District - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cuba Street Mall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Michael Fowler Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Te Papa - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Wellington Kaiwharawhara Station - 5 min drive
  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Penang - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Flight Coffee Hangar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Milk & Honey - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Miss Kangsta - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Arlo - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Worldwide Backpackers Limited

Hostel in Wellington, near Te Papa
Worldwide Backpackers Limited features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and laundry facilities. Front-desk staff can help with locker space, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Weekly housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: NZD 25 per person, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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
  • Check-in: 10:00 AM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Worldwide Backpackers Limited?

Worldwide Backpackers Limited provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to Worldwide Backpackers Limited?

This hostel is situated in Te Aro, just steps from St. John's in the City and Spinks Cottage, and within a short walk of Cuba Street Mall. You'll also find Te Papa and Interislander Ferry Terminal within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Worldwide Backpackers Limited?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Worldwide Backpackers Limited include a casino on the premises?

No, Worldwide Backpackers Limited doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Worldwide Backpackers Limited?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Are there hot tubs at Worldwide Backpackers Limited?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Worldwide Backpackers Limited have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Worldwide Backpackers Limited doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Worldwide Backpackers Limited allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Worldwide Backpackers Limited.

Does Worldwide Backpackers Limited have connecting rooms?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Worldwide Backpackers Limited?

The closest major airport to Worldwide Backpackers Limited is Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG), which is 4.5 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is Paraparaumu (PPQ), which is around 29.3 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Worldwide Backpackers Limited?

No, you won't find rooms with balconies at Worldwide Backpackers Limited.

Reviews

Worldwide Backpackers Limited Reviews

7.0

Good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Udana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property was clean.but couldn't sleep due to strange smell in the room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice backpackers, would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025