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Silverfern Backpackers

1.0 star property
Hostel in Auckland, 7-minute walk to SkyCity Casino

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Lounge
Staircase
Basic Double Room, Shared Bathroom
Hallway
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$69
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan

Explore the area

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234 Hobson St, Auckland, Auckland, 1010
  • Place, Queen Street Shopping District
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sky Tower
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, SkyCity Casino
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Fan
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Printer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Fan
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Printer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • City view

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6-Bed female Dormitory

6-Bed female Dormitory

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Fan
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Printer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • City view

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Fan
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Printer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • City view

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 8-Bed female Dormitory

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Fan
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Printer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • City view

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Fan
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Printer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • City view

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 10-Bed female Dormitory

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Fan
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Printer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • City view

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 12-Bed Dormitory

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Fan
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Printer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • City view

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 14-Bed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Fan
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Printer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Basic Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Basic Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Fan
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Printer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • City view

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Auckland

Silverfern Backpackers puts you in the heart of Auckland, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like SkyCity Casino and Queen Street Shopping District. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a computer station. Additionally, you'll find a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Auckland Central Business District hostel include Sky Tower and University of Auckland.
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What's nearby

  • Queen Street Shopping District - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Auckland Town Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sky Tower - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • SkyCity Casino - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Auckland - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Gaunt Street Tram Stop - 16 min walk
  • Auckland Britomart Station - 19 min walk
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ember - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Katsura Japanese Cuisine - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kangnam Station - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Joong Wha Ru - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Atrium Lounge - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Silverfern Backpackers

Hostel in Auckland, 7-minute walk to SkyCity Casino
Silverfern Backpackers offers its guests a library, a vending machine, and a communal living room. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Silverfern Backpackers also features a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Auckland hostel is smoke free.

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
Silverfern Backpackers offers 27 accommodations with fans. This Auckland hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (NZD 15 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Fan
  • Laundry detergent
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: NZD 15 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Silverfern Backpackers?

Yep, Silverfern Backpackers has an uncovered self car park for NZD 15 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Silverfern Backpackers?

As of 24 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Silverfern Backpackers on 26 Jan 2026 start from NZ$68.63, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Silverfern Backpackers?

The closest beach to Silverfern Backpackers is Takapuna Beach (7.4 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Silverfern Backpackers?

No, Silverfern Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Silverfern Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Silverfern Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.

Silverfern Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

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