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title: "Dusky Lodge & Backpackers, Kaikōura | StayVersus"
description: "Dusky Lodge & Backpackers in Kaikōura: rated 8.5 by guests, 3-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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Hostel · ★★★ · The Backpacker Group
# Dusky Lodge & Backpackers

Kaikōura, Kaikōura, New Zealand

8.5 ·  Very good 301 reviews ·  #26 #26 of 32 in Kaikōura ·  4.1/5 on Google, 392 reviews ·  7.5 Location score
## About Dusky Lodge & Backpackers

Dusky Lodge & Backpackers is a hostel in Kaikōura, Kaikōura, New Zealand. It holds a 3-star rating. Guests rate it 8.5 out of 10 across 301 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, spa, bar, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 1.1 km from the centre of Kaikōura. The nearest beach is 170 m away. The nearest airport, Woodbourne Airport (BHE), is 99 km away.

- **Type:** Hostel

- **Star rating:** ★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 28

- **Chain:** The Backpacker Group

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 4

67 Beach road [duskylodge.co.nz](http://www.duskylodge.co.nz/)

## How Dusky Lodge & Backpackers scores

Better rated than 18% of hotels in Kaikōura

-   Guest rating **8.5**
-   Location **7.5**
-   Beach access **9.8**
-   Public transport **9.6**

Kaikōura average

## Rating on Google

4.1/5

392 Google reviews

-   5★49%
-   4★33%
-   3★10%
-   2★2%
-   1★5%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

Swimming poolSpaBarFree parkingFree Wi-Fi

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool
-   Spa

### Food & drink

-   Bar

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Kitchen

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **7.5**/10

- **Walk grade:** **43**/100 Somewhat walkable

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **14**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **1**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">170 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">3 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Kaikoura Railway Station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">220 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Woodbourne Airport (BHE)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">99 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">222 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Kaikōura</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.1 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">17 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Kaikoura Museum1,000 m
-   Kaikōura Star1.0 km

## Dusky Lodge & Backpackers: in detail

At Dusky Lodge & Backpackers, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the hostel to ensure you stay connected during your visit. Complimentary parking is available for guests. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as luggage storage. At the hostel, their ticket service and tours is also capable of assisting with booking tickets and securing reservations for entertainment and adventures. Desire to unwind? Make the most of your visit at Dusky Lodge & Backpackers with accessible amenities such as daily housekeeping. Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of hostel. All adore a delightful cup of coffee! An on-site coffee shop ensures you can relish a cup of authentic, freshly-brewed coffee every morning -- or whenever you desire it. Allow your journey to be free from the pangs of hunger! On-site eateries offer delicious and accessible meal choices. An evening spent at hostel's bar can offer as much enjoyment as venturing out with your fellow travelers. Are you a fan of preparing your own dishes? You'll certainly appreciate the onsite BBQ facilities and shared kitchen for your culinary needs.

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## Questions about Dusky Lodge & Backpackers

### How do guests rate Dusky Lodge & Backpackers?

Dusky Lodge & Backpackers has a guest rating of 8.5 out of 10 from 301 reviews, which is better than 18% of rated hotels in Kaikōura.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Dusky Lodge & Backpackers?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Does Dusky Lodge & Backpackers have a pool?

Yes, Dusky Lodge & Backpackers has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at Dusky Lodge & Backpackers?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Dusky Lodge & Backpackers from the airport?

The nearest airport, Woodbourne Airport (BHE), is 99 km away in a straight line.

### Is Dusky Lodge & Backpackers close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 170 m from the hotel.

### How many rooms does Dusky Lodge & Backpackers have?

Dusky Lodge & Backpackers has 28 rooms.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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