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Dusky Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Find serenity in this tranquil coastal retreat with an inviting bar and cozy coffee shop.

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views
Seasonal outdoor pool
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views
Ecotours
Seasonal outdoor pool

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Parking included
The current price is AED 206
AED 237 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar

Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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

Standard Double , Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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

Standard Twin, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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

Ensuite Family Room

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
67 Beach Road, Kaikoura, 7300

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Museum - 9 min walk
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 12 min walk
  • Kaikoura Beach - 12 min walk
  • Peninsula Walkway - 7 min drive
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 8 min drive

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
  • Multilingual staff, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
  • Barbecue grills, a TV in the lobby, and coffee/tea in the lobby
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

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

  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Restaurants on site

  • Sicarios

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Towels

More

  • 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

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Dusky Lodge - Hostel?

As of 3 March 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dusky Lodge - Hostel on 10 March 2025 start from $64.66, 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.

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. 61 out of 197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 197 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

Carolai

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

8/10 Good

Jinyu

Lovely people
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

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

6/10 Okay

KEIKO

Disliked: Amenities
1km walk from city center. I liked the wall pictures about creatures Kitchen is useful and nice view of mountains.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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

Darryl

I thought it was good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value hostel
Kaikoura is very popular and this was the only room at a sensible price. En suite family room with use of communal kitchen. Nice and quiet with view of mountains for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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

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

Alexander

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

8/10 Good

Micaela

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

10/10 Excellent

??

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

10/10 Excellent

Erika

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

8/10 Good

Gavin

Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For such a cheap price, this was an amazing place to stay at! The 24 hour kitchen was large and useful, there were plenty of common areas, the hot tub was clean, and the shower stalls were big! I would definitely Dusky Lodge to a friend!

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

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived 10mins after checkin and could not get in contact with the “after hours manager” we sat around waiting for an hour calling the provided numbers, and found him lighting the fireplace. Kitchen was nice hot tub was great. They have large TV and lounge area on both levels. Hopefully next time there will be better communication
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jinish

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pathetic
Very smelly and unhygenic room.. Staff tried to help ti change tge room with her limited time but besds are dusty, smelly, stained with some or otger thing.. Very disappointed with the stay... Miserable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

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

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, well laod out property. I was only there overnight so didnt make full use of the facilities but did appreciate solid bunks that didnt sqeak. Well stocked and roomy kitchen
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

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

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