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# Silverfern Backpackers

Hostel in Auckland, 7-minute walk to SkyCity Casino 

## Photo gallery for Silverfern Backpackers

![Basic Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets - Silverfern Backpackers (Auckland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116740000/116739956/ee9f3577.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit)

![Lounge - Silverfern Backpackers (Auckland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116740000/116739956/e2eab460.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Exterior - Silverfern Backpackers (Auckland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116740000/116739956/47d370aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Silverfern Backpackers (Auckland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116740000/116739956/3c26e1aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Hallway - Silverfern Backpackers (Auckland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116740000/116739956/a9c029f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

- Overview
- Rooms
- Location
- Policies

Close to SkyCity Casino and Sky Tower, Silverfern Backpackers provides amenities such as a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 

## Reviews

8.0

Very good

## Popular amenities

- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking available
- Business services
- Housekeeping
- Kitchen

£32

includes taxes & fees

5 Jan - 6 Jan

## Room options

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### View all photos for Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory

![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116740000/116739956/1a58332b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### 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

### View all photos for Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory

![Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116740000/116739956/e3227f9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory

### Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer 

Fan 

Microwave 

Cookware/dishes/utensils 

Oven 

Shared/communal kitchen 

Stovetop 

Printer 

- City view
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bunk Bed

### View all photos for 6-Bed female Dormitory

![6-Bed female Dormitory | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116740000/116739956/807894f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### 6-Bed female Dormitory

### Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer 

Fan 

Microwave 

Cookware/dishes/utensils 

Oven 

Shared/communal kitchen 

Stovetop 

Printer 

- City view
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bunk Bed

### View all photos for Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory

![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116740000/116739956/013f3e80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory

### Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer 

Fan 

Microwave 

Cookware/dishes/utensils 

Oven 

Shared/communal kitchen 

Stovetop 

Printer 

- City view
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bunk Bed

### View all photos for Bed in 8-Bed female Dormitory

![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116740000/116739956/013f3e80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### Bed in 8-Bed female Dormitory

### Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer 

Fan 

Microwave 

Cookware/dishes/utensils 

Oven 

Shared/communal kitchen 

Stovetop 

Printer 

- City view
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bunk Bed

### View all photos for Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory

![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116740000/116739956/1a58332b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory

### Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer 

Fan 

Microwave 

Cookware/dishes/utensils 

Oven 

Shared/communal kitchen 

Stovetop 

Printer 

- City view
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bunk Bed

### View all photos for Bed in 10-Bed female Dormitory

![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116740000/116739956/013f3e80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### Bed in 10-Bed female Dormitory

### Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer 

Fan 

Microwave 

Cookware/dishes/utensils 

Oven 

Shared/communal kitchen 

Stovetop 

Printer 

- City view
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bunk Bed

### View all photos for Bed in 12-Bed Dormitory

![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116740000/116739956/4676617a_edited_4489.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### Bed in 12-Bed Dormitory

### Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer 

Fan 

Microwave 

Cookware/dishes/utensils 

Oven 

Shared/communal kitchen 

Stovetop 

Printer 

- City view
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Single Bunk Bed

### View all photos for Bed in 14-Bed Dormitory Room

![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116740000/116739956/4676617a_edited_4489.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### 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

### View all photos for Basic Double Room, Shared Bathroom

![Basic Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116740000/116739956/2a587b3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### Basic Double Room, Shared Bathroom

### Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer 

Fan 

Microwave 

Cookware/dishes/utensils 

Oven 

Shared/communal kitchen 

Stovetop 

Printer 

- City view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed

### View all photos for Standard Double Room

![Standard Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116740000/116740000/116739956/06c223e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium)

### 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

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## About the area

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234 Hobson St, Auckland, Auckland, 1010

#### What's nearby

- Queen Street Shopping District \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles
- Auckland Town Hall \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles
- Sky Tower \- 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles
- SkyCity Casino \- 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles
- University of Auckland \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles

#### 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
- ‪Atrium Lounge - ‬4 min walk
- ‪The Sushi Store - ‬1 min walk

## About this property

### Silverfern Backpackers

Hostel near Sky Tower 

Close to SkyCity Casino and University of Auckland, Silverfern Backpackers provides amenities such as a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 

You'll also find perks such as: 

- Self-parking (surcharge), a computer station and luggage storage
- A vending machine, a TV in reception and smoke-free property

Room features 

All guestrooms at Silverfern Backpackers offer comforts such as free WiFi and printers. 

More amenities include: 

- Showers and soap
- Communal kitchens, microwaves and ovens

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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

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Payment types at the property

## Important information

### Optional extras

- Uncovered self-parking fee: NZD 15 per day

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

### You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 

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 

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

### We should mention

This property does not have any lifts 

### National rating

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

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## Reviews

## Silverfern Backpackers Reviews

8.0

### Very good

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### 5.0

Cleanliness

### 5.4

Amenities

### 8.0

Staff & service

### 6.0

Eco-friendliness

### 8.0

Property conditions & facilities

10 - Excellent

3

8 - Good

1

6 - Okay

0

4 - Poor

0

2 - Terrible

1

## Reviews

### 8/10 Good

#### Nicole

22 Nov 2025

Friendly staff, comfy bed

##### Nicole

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

### 10/10 Excellent

#### NAOTO

4 Nov 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

スタッフの対応が良かった。

##### NAOTO

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Miku

27 Nov 2025

##### Miku

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Miku

7 Nov 2025

##### Miku

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

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