---
title: "Silverfern Backpackers, Auckland | StayVersus"
description: "Silverfern Backpackers in Auckland: rated 7.2 by guests, 3-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/silverfern-backpackers-auckland/
language: en
source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com)
retrieved: 2026-10-12
---

Hostel · ★★★
# Silverfern Backpackers

Auckland Central, Auckland, New Zealand

7.2 ·  Good 434 reviews ·  #223 #223 of 237 in Auckland ·  6.8 Location score
## About Silverfern Backpackers

Silverfern Backpackers is a hostel in Auckland Central, Auckland, New Zealand. It holds a 3-star rating. Guests rate it 7.2 out of 10 across 434 reviews. It is 560 m from the centre of Auckland. The nearest beach is 1.8 km away. The nearest airport, Auckland International Airport (AKL), is 18 km away.

- **Type:** Hostel

- **Star rating:** ★★★

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

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

- **Rooms:** 21

- **Floors:** 3

- **Opened:** 2011

- **Last renovated:** 2022

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 66

234 Hobson Street CBD

## How Silverfern Backpackers scores

Better rated than 5% of hotels in Auckland

-   Guest rating **7.2**
-   Location **6.8**
-   Beach access **4.2**
-   Public transport **3.7**

Auckland average

## Amenities

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Kitchen
-   Coffee or tea maker

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **6.8**/10

- **Walk grade:** **86**/100 Great for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **150**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **6**

<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="">Westhaven Beach</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.8 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Britomart Transport Centre</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 airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Auckland International Airport (AKL)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">18 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">40 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="">Auckland</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">560 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">9 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Whakamana Cannabis Museum o Aotearoa320 m
-   Odyssey Sensory Maze Auckland500 m
-   Auckland Heritage530 m
-   The Charlotte Museum590 m
-   Skyjump650 m
-   Auckland War Memorial Museum940 m

## Silverfern Backpackers: in detail

At Silverfern 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. 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 and luggage storage. At the hostel, utilize the convenient laundromat to maintain your preferred travel attire fresh, allowing you to pack lighter. Additionally, you can obtain minor travel essentials and miscellaneous items at the convenience stores without departing from the Silverfern Backpackers. Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of hostel. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A selection of rooms at Silverfern Backpackers come furnished with linen service to cater to your needs and comfort. A number of rooms feature in-room video streaming for guest amusement and enjoyment. In certain chosen rooms, a coffee or tea maker is conveniently available for your use. In the hostel, certain guest bathrooms come equipped with essential bathroom amenities, such as a hair dryer and toiletries, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. At Silverfern Backpackers, affordable refreshments are available 24/7 through the convenient vending machines on-site. Are you inclined to prepare your own dishes? You will surely appreciate having the on-site shared kitchen available.

### Compare

## Compare Silverfern Backpackers with nearby hotels

Similar hotels within 3 km. Open a match-up to see where each one wins.

-   [Hobson - Lodge](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/hobson-lodge-auckland/) Hotel ★★★★ 40 m away
    
    8.1 ·  [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/hobson-lodge-auckland-vs-silverfern-backpackers-auckland/)
-   [Auckland City Hotel](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/auckland-city-hotel-auckland/) Apartment ★★★★ 290 m away
    
    8.5 ·  [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/auckland-city-hotel-auckland-vs-silverfern-backpackers-auckland/)
-   [Quest Auckland](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/quest-auckland-auckland/) Apartment ★★★★ 370 m away
    
    8.2 ·  [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/quest-auckland-auckland-vs-silverfern-backpackers-auckland/)
-   [Greet Hotel Auckland Off Queen](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/greet-hotel-auckland-off-queen-auckland/) Hotel ★★★★ 390 m away
    
    7.6 ·  [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/greet-hotel-auckland-off-queen-auckland-vs-silverfern-backpackers-auckland/)
-   [Four Points by Sheraton Auckland](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/four-points-by-sheraton-auckland-auckland/) Hotel ★★★★ 420 m away
    
    8.8 ·  [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/four-points-by-sheraton-auckland-auckland-vs-silverfern-backpackers-auckland/)
-   [Kiwi International Hotel](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/kiwi-international-hotel-auckland/) Hotel ★★★ 430 m away
    
    8.0 ·  [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/kiwi-international-hotel-auckland-vs-silverfern-backpackers-auckland/)

## Questions about Silverfern Backpackers

### How do guests rate Silverfern Backpackers?

Silverfern Backpackers has a guest rating of 7.2 out of 10 from 434 reviews, which is better than 5% of rated hotels in Auckland.

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

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

### Is there parking at Silverfern Backpackers?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is Silverfern Backpackers from the airport?

The nearest airport, Auckland International Airport (AKL), is 18 km away in a straight line.

### Is Silverfern Backpackers close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 1.8 km from the hotel.

### How many rooms does Silverfern Backpackers have?

Silverfern Backpackers has 21 rooms on 3 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/)

---
Source: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/silverfern-backpackers-auckland/. Facts are compiled by StayVersus from partner data (Agoda), Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports, public Google Maps listings and hotels' own websites. Scores use one formula for every hotel. Methodology: https://stayversus.com/en/about/