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Dusky Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, a quick walk to Kaikoura Museum

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views
Fridge, microwave
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views
Seasonal outdoor pool
Fridge, microwave

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Parking included

Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
2 bathrooms
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4 Beds)

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Heating
2 bathrooms
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double , Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double , Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

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Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
2 bathrooms
Digital channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin, Shared Bathroom

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Heating
TV
2 bathrooms
Digital channels
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Ensuite Family Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ensuite Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

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Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Pet friendly
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
67 Beach Road, Kaikoura, 7300

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kaikoura Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Peninsula Walkway - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 10 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coopers Catch Kaikoura - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kaikoura Seafood Bbq - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Slam Club - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Dusky Lodge - Hostel

Hostel near Kaikoura Beach
Located close to Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum, Dusky Lodge - Hostel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site Michelin star rated café, Sicarios, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and a poolside location. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, multilingual staff, and a TV in the lobby
  • A front-desk safe, tour/ticket assistance, and a computer station
Room features
All guestrooms at Dusky Lodge - Hostel boast comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Sicarios

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of NZD 20 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: NZD 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Dusky Lodge Backpackers Kaikoura
Dusky Lodge Backpackers
Dusky Backpackers Kaikoura
Dusky Backpackers
Dusky Lodge
Dusky Lodge Backpackers
Dusky Lodge - Hostel Kaikoura
Dusky Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Dusky Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

Does Dusky Lodge - Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Dusky Lodge - Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of NZD 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Dusky Lodge - Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dusky Lodge - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Dusky Lodge - Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Dusky Lodge - Hostel located?

Situated in the mountains, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Kaikoura Museum, Kaikoura District Museum, and Kaikoura Beach. Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Dusky Lodge - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 207 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 207 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 207 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 207 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 207 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Comfortable hostel in good location

Basic but comfortable room. Good facilities in kitchen Nice views from veranda Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Carolai

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable beds, a very nice place to rest.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent space… Staff is awsome 😍😍😍
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly team and great facilities. We look forward to coming back when the weather is warmer and the cafe and pool are open. Well equipped kitchen facilities providing 180⁰ views of the mountains whilst cooking. Great location being centrally located on the main road a 5 minute walk from the town centre.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the swimming pool and spa.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a huge place for a backpackers, we definitely enjoyed staying there.

6/10 Okay

Pritilata

Liked: Staff & service
The only staff we interacted with was professional but friendly & helpful. Rules were strict, followed resulting in a calm & peaceful atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was adequate and near facilities. TV didn't work and one light bulb needed changing. Bed was comfortable and room clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Micaela

Good clean and comfortable accom.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremie

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view from the back patio. Close enough to walk to bus station. Kitchen equipement is definitely not the best
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Caroline

Unfortunately it was quite noisy, the walls are thin and you can hear most of what happens in the other rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel!

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spa was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Loved the poolside. There is no lockers or shelves to store your stuff. I would have loved those. But all in all a great place! Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ferdinand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
private rooms accommodates 4 guests, 2 bunk beds, 1 double beds, TV did not work during our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

I’m not a hostel person

This is a ‘well-used’ hostel. I probably would not stay here but this is where the group I was travelling with stays. Too basic for me, it might be okay for others.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

??

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Gavin

Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a large hostel with some good amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good backpackers for a night to break a road trip
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bich-Ha Henriette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic place to stay for all

The reception was warm and welcome. Our room was spacious, clean and comfortable with a small desk and a queen bed. It is close to the bathroom so it was very convenient. The 24hr kitchen was clean and amazing with a view and door leading to the terrace with seats etc. check out is easy and straightforward. We did not have a car this time but it would be quite convenient to go park in the back. The walk to town is around 10 minutes but we had to cross the “highway”/main road which makes it a little inconvenient. There is a day’ n night market steps away and a great fish and chips and seafood restaurants also steps away.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness
Needed a bed for short stay in Kaikoura en route to Picton ferry. Dusty Lodge was available, pet friendly and the lower end of budget. Arrived after reception shut but they had left key and instructions to room. It was very small especially considering we paid $20 extra for a dog but was equipped with a tv, fan, stools, desk and plenty of hooks which I like for hanging bags, leashes, coats etc. Could see a pool, spa and sauna plus 2 kitchens which we didn't have time to use. Not used to sharing a bathroom with strangers so that was a big minus - reason why I wouldn't likely book again. Nice walking distance to dairy open til 11pm and next morning to bakery for coffee and scone.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I arrived late but it was easy to get access to the room. Very helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Affordable accomodation not too far from the town centre. Beds are obviously old and need an upgrade as they are dipping, but not unexpected for budget accomodation
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were neat and the beds comfortable. The showers were fine. The kitchen was great with plenty of room for cooking. Everything necessary for cooking was available.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022