Silverfern Backpackers

1.0 star property

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

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$59
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr

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

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

6-Bed female Dormitory

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bed in 8-Bed female Dormitory

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bed in 10-Bed female Dormitory

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bed in 14-Bed Dormitory Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Basic Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute walk of this Auckland Central Business District hostel include Princes Wharf and Auckland Ferry Terminal.

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
  • ‪Thai E-Sarn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Atrium Lounge - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Silverfern Backpackers

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

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 26 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Silverfern Backpackers on 27 Apr 2026 start from NZ$59, 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

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 13 reviews

5.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Reed

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Place was very dirty and in very poor condition. Staff where volunteers and where friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Travelled with group
Friendly staff, comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

phelix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Naveed

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miku

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miku

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miku

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

NAOTO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの対応が良かった。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025