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title: "On Top Backpackers, Dunedin: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "On Top Backpackers in Dunedin: rated 8.3 by guests, 3.5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/on-top-backpackers-dunedin/
language: en
source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com)
retrieved: 2026-10-12
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Hostel · ★★★★
# On Top Backpackers

Dunedin Central, Dunedin, New Zealand

8.3 ·  Very good 332 reviews ·  #43 #43 of 51 in Dunedin ·  3.9/5 on Google, 363 reviews ·  8.7 Location score
## About On Top Backpackers

On Top Backpackers is a hostel in Dunedin Central, Dunedin, New Zealand. It holds a 3.5-star rating. Guests rate it 8.3 out of 10 across 332 reviews. Facilities include bar, free wi-fi. It is 230 m from the centre of Dunedin. The nearest beach is 1.3 km away. The nearest airport, Dunedin International Airport (DUD), is 25 km away.

- **Type:** Hostel

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 13:00

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

- **Rooms:** 23

- **Floors:** 1

- **Last renovated:** 2016

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 21

12 Filleul Street [ontopbackpackers.co.nz](http://ontopbackpackers.co.nz/)

## How On Top Backpackers scores

Better rated than 15% of hotels in Dunedin

-   Guest rating **8.3**
-   Location **8.7**
-   Facilities **3.3**
-   Families **0.0**
-   Spa & wellness **0.0**
-   Beach access **6.0**
-   Public transport **8.0**

Dunedin average

## Rating on Google

3.9/5

363 Google reviews

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

## Amenities

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Bar

### Leisure

-   Terrace

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Kitchen
-   Balcony
-   In-room safe
-   Coffee or tea maker

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **8.7**/10

- **Walk grade:** **91**/100 Great for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **135**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **15**

<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="">1.3 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">21 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Dunedin Railway Station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">530 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">9 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Dunedin International Airport (DUD)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">25 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">55 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="">Dunedin</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">230 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Dunnersland220 m
-   Mount John Observatory230 m
-   Robert Burns Statue240 m
-   Cadbury World400 m
-   Former Dunedin Police Station & Prison540 m
-   Toitu Otago Settlers Museum570 m

## On Top Backpackers: in detail

At On Top 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. Amenities at taxi offered by On Top Backpackers simplify the organization of your excursions, tourist activities, and other adventures in Dunedin. For guests with their own vehicle, parking facilities are provided. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. At the hostel, their ticket service and tours is also capable of assisting with booking tickets and securing reservations for entertainment and adventures. At the hostel, utilize the convenient laundry service to maintain your preferred travel attire fresh, allowing you to pack lighter. Desire to unwind? Make the most of your visit at On Top Backpackers with accessible amenities such as daily housekeeping. Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of hostel. For the health and well-being of all guests and staff, smoking is restricted exclusively to assigned zones. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A selection of rooms at On Top Backpackers come furnished with linen service to cater to your needs and comfort. A few accommodations at On Top Backpackers also include unique design elements like a balcony or terrace. A number of rooms feature television for guest amusement and enjoyment. In certain chosen rooms, a coffee or tea maker is conveniently available for your use. At On Top Backpackers, select bathrooms are equipped with toiletries to enhance your comfort during your stay. At On Top Backpackers, each day commences with a scrumptious breakfast offered at no additional cost. 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. 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. At On Top Backpackers, guests can take pleasure in the delightful recreational amenities provided for their entertainment. At On Top Backpackers, the poolside bar provides an excellent incentive to enjoy extended hours in your swimwear.

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## Questions about On Top Backpackers

### How do guests rate On Top Backpackers?

On Top Backpackers has a guest rating of 8.3 out of 10 from 332 reviews, which is better than 15% of rated hotels in Dunedin.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at On Top Backpackers?

Check-in starts at 13:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Does On Top Backpackers include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Is there parking at On Top Backpackers?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is On Top Backpackers from the airport?

The nearest airport, Dunedin International Airport (DUD), is 25 km away in a straight line.

### Is On Top Backpackers close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 1.3 km from the hotel.

### How many rooms does On Top Backpackers have?

On Top Backpackers has 23 rooms on 1 floors.

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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