Silverfern Backpackers

1.0 star property
Hostel in Auckland, a short walk to Sky Tower

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

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$58
includes taxes & fees
25 June - 26 June

Explore the area

Map
234 Hobson St, Auckland, Auckland, 1010
  • Sky Tower
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • SkyCity Casino
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Bed in 10-Bed female Dormitory

Highlights

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

Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory

Highlights

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

6-Bed female Dormitory

Highlights

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

Bed in 14-Bed Dormitory Room

Highlights

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

Bed in 8-Bed female Dormitory

Highlights

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

Bed in 12-Bed Dormitory

Highlights

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

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory

Highlights

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

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory

Highlights

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

Basic Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory

Highlights

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

Standard Double Room

Highlights

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

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About the area

Auckland

Silverfern Backpackers puts you in the heart of Auckland, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Sky Tower and SkyCity Casino. 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 self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Auckland Central Business District hostel include Queen Street Shopping District and University of Auckland.

What's nearby

  • Queen Street Shopping District - 5 min walk - 0.5 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
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Q Theatre - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Katsura Japanese Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kang Nam Station - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Thai E-Sarn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cookie Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Silverfern Backpackers

Hostel in Auckland, a short walk to Sky Tower
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. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Uncovered parking on site (NZD 15 per day)
  • Limited on-site 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

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 40 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Silverfern Backpackers?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Silverfern Backpackers?

As of 24 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Silverfern Backpackers on 25 Jun 2025 start from NZ$58.33, 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, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

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.

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