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Wild Zebra Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel with fitness centre, walk to Cuba Street Mall

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Interior
Family Room, Shared Bathroom
Dining
Reception
Bathroom shower
Reviews
5.6

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • GymGymGym
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
58 TORY ST., Wellington, 6011
  • Popular LocationCourtenay Place2 min walk
  • Popular LocationCuba Street Mall7 min walk
  • Popular LocationTe Papa8 min walk
  • AirportWellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)11 min drive

Room options

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4 Bed Mix Dorm Shared Bathroom

4 Bed Mix Dorm Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Washer/dryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Washer/dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Double Room, Ensuite

Premium Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Washer/dryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Family Room, Shared Bathroom

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Washer/dryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

10 Bed Mix Dorm Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Washer/dryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

8 Bed Mix Dorm Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Washer/dryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

About the area

Wellington

Wild Zebra Backpackers places you steps from Wellington Central Business District and within a 10-minute stroll of Cuba Street Mall. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant and in-room washers/dryers. .This hostel has free WiFi in public areas, a fitness centre and luggage storage. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Te Aro hostel include Te Papa and Interislander Ferry Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • Wellington Central Business District - 1 min walk
  • Courtenay Place - 2 min walk
  • Cuba Street Mall - 7 min walk
  • Te Papa - 8 min walk
  • Michael Fowler Centre - 9 min walk

Getting around

  • Wellington Kaiwharawhara Station - 6 min drive
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Library - 1 min walk
  • Vinyl Bar - 2 min walk
  • The Grand - 2 min walk
  • Mishmosh - 3 min walk
  • K C Cafe & Takeaway - 2 min walk

About this property

Wild Zebra Backpackers

Hostel with fitness centre, walk to Cuba Street Mall
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Wild Zebra Backpackers also features a fitness centre, laundry facilities, and a television in common area.
  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Television in lobby
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Dining venue
Wild Zebra Backpackers offers 55 accommodations with washers/dryers and shared/communal kitchens. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Limited housekeeping

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: NZD 10.0

We've listed all 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Wild Zebra Backpackers Hostel Wellington
Wild Zebra Backpackers Hostel
Wild Zebra Backpackers Wellington
Wellywood Backpackers Hotel Wellington
Wild Zebra Backpackers Wellington
Wild Zebra Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Wild Zebra Backpackers?

Wild Zebra Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Wild Zebra Backpackers?

Yep, Wild Zebra Backpackers is a short 14-minute walk from Oriental Bay Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Wild Zebra Backpackers?

No, Wild Zebra Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Wild Zebra Backpackers?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Wild Zebra Backpackers's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Wild Zebra Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Wild Zebra Backpackers?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Wild Zebra Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

5.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 28 reviews" "

5.8/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Tony

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Tired, old property. I had a queen room with en-suite. Noisy hallways.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Some damage to toilet area 5th floor and showers were average quality
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The team at Wild Zebra Backpackers did not know what Wotif was and where confused by my booking and payment. Other than that, the room I had was clean and it was a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Miriam

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Expensive backpackers
Quite expensive for just a backpackers. Got a private room, but shared showers. Close walking distance to concert venue and situated right in town, so I guess paying for location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

2/10 Terrible

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Don’t do it
Gross, noisy. Paper walls, no sleep as all night chat and music, people on phones, what a dump.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, walking distance to town. Only downside is there is no free parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jakob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best place for backpackers, located in the centre of the city (next to all clubs) and it's cheap as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
It wasn’t very clean, we had to go back to reception for towels. The location is perfect but wouldn’t stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019