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Geeky Gecko - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel convenient to University of Otago

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Exterior
Interior detail
Front of property
Restaurant
Dining

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (11)

  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Communal living room
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • TV in a common area
  • Lockers available

Room options

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Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Private Queen Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Netflix
Laundry detergent
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Beds Female Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Laundry detergent
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

5 Beds Mixed Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Laundry detergent
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 2 Beds Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Laundry detergent
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Beds Mixed Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Laundry detergent
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Beds Mixed Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Laundry detergent
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

8 Beds Mixed Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Laundry detergent
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
6 Stafford St, Dunedin, Otago, 9016

What's nearby

  • Grand Casino - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Speight's Brewery - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The Octagon - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of Otago - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 24 min drive
  • Dunedin Railway Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Sessions - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Catalyst - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jizo Japanese Cafe & Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Impression - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dunedin Casino - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Geeky Gecko - Hostel

Geeky Gecko - Hostel offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of University of Otago.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 13 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The property charges 2.15 percent for credit card payments
  • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Onsite parking limited
  • Street parking available

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Lockers available

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Shared accommodations
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.15 percent

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Geeky Gecko
Geeky Gecko - Hostel Dunedin
Geeky Gecko - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Geeky Gecko - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Dunedin

Frequently asked questions

Does Geeky Gecko - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Geeky Gecko - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Geeky Gecko - Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Geeky Gecko - Hostel?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Geeky Gecko - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Geeky Gecko - Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino (3-min walk) is nearby.
What's the area around Geeky Gecko - Hostel like?
Geeky Gecko - Hostel is a short 15-minute walk from University of Otago and 3 minutes' walk from Grand Casino.

Geeky Gecko - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

6.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

I thought the staff lacking enthusiasm when approaching reception. Building is run down but everything was clean. We did however enjoyed the rules to do with noise and surprisingly everyone obeyed .
Sharon, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Very very noisy and filty bathrooms. TV in private room didnt work.
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hostel, kindly stuff, close to the city center, cool arts. I enjoyed my stay in the hostel. 👍👍👍
1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review