80%Base Wellington

Very centrally located and convenient to shops, restaurants, museums, entertainment, and easy access to transportation. That said, it is a backpacker's - don't expect it to be really clean, to get fresh towels or any kind of maid service while you're there (even if you stay for days). No alcohol... more Very centrally located and convenient to shops, restaurants, museums, entertainment, and easy access to transportation. That said, it is a backpacker's - don't expect it to be really clean, to get fresh towels or any kind of maid service while you're there (even if you stay for days). No alcohol is allowed - and if you're caught they toss you out without a refund - but the sweet smell of cannibis is floating in the hallways. Our room was ensuite on the 8th floor with a spectacular view of the city - really spectacular. Don't try to take a shower after 8am though, because all the hot water will be gone. And definitely bring earplugs if you need to go to sleep before 2 am and you're going to be there on Thurs, Fri, or Saturday. The music from the basement is so incredibly loud that it almost shakes the room ( on the 8th floor!!) - and it goes on into the wee hours. The continental breakfast is so-so, but if you want to fill up on rather tasteless cereal, toast, canned fruit, and coffee it's at least cheap ($9).close

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by randihutch – posted on Sep 5, 2008

1

Key to room never worked after several times of asked it to be changed!Woman on reception when we first arrived was very rude!!! Club downstairs was a little noisy but was on floor 3 so the higher up you are should be better.

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by kimina – posted on Aug 22, 2008

6

Very good! Nice place in the city centre. And the BASE BAR - Very COOL!! (Free pool from 6 pm to 9 pm!) :)

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by andrea4665 – posted on Aug 19, 2008

11

Didn't actually stay here, they had double booked my room along with the rooms of several other people who arrived at the same time as me. I paid a deposit which was never returned. Quite a nice little extra earner for them by the looks of the number of people who had suffered the same thing. The... more Didn't actually stay here, they had double booked my room along with the rooms of several other people who arrived at the same time as me. I paid a deposit which was never returned. Quite a nice little extra earner for them by the looks of the number of people who had suffered the same thing. The staff on reception were rude about it and very unhelpful. And when I wrote to the manager I never received a reply. I will never book to stay in a base backpackers again and would also advise anyone else not to .close

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by kaycrosbie4325 – posted on Jul 26, 2008

12

Excellent location - one of the best. Our room was at the top of the building & had fab views of the city. The staff let the placed down - would be nice to see a smile!

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by sabsontour5870 – posted on Jul 18, 2008

5

I booked for a four bunk dorm and got a six bunk. Also a guy bring a girl back to the room late at night, and causing alot of noise, and resulting in no sleep from myself. Also on the day of my departure was locked out of my room with the key not working whilst in the show, and having to go to... more I booked for a four bunk dorm and got a six bunk. Also a guy bring a girl back to the room late at night, and causing alot of noise, and resulting in no sleep from myself. Also on the day of my departure was locked out of my room with the key not working whilst in the show, and having to go to reception with just my towel, no apology just told it should work now and to return the pillow, when checking out. Shameclose

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by odonoghuematt7472 – posted on May 28, 2008

13

Kitchen was a bit shocking. Hardly any cuttlery and nobody was washing up much. Ending up having to butter my bread with a spoon in a bowl.

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by willdemaine2254 – posted on May 7, 2008

1

its a great place to stay at da weekend. central location, great for heading out. but if you want to meet an older age group of people its not for u

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by lorna4823 – posted on Apr 7, 2008

1

It was a nice hostel, but some of the rooms back on to the bar so forget having a good night's sleep! Great place if you're there for a party though.

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by laura2078 – posted on Mar 23, 2008

5

I was upgraded to a 'Sanctuary' room because the hostel was fully booked... free champagne & fluffy towel! Staff all really friendly & the rooms & showers were immaculate.

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by cathywil – posted on Mar 19, 2008

3

There were people staying at the hostel who apparently weren't paying for it. people sleeping in the lounge and one girl, a friend of one who had a bed in our room, who slept on the floor for three nights straight. She would wedge the rubbish bin in the doorway if she had to go in and out of the... more There were people staying at the hostel who apparently weren't paying for it. people sleeping in the lounge and one girl, a friend of one who had a bed in our room, who slept on the floor for three nights straight. She would wedge the rubbish bin in the doorway if she had to go in and out of the room while everyone was sleeping, and it was awkward having to wake her up to open the drawer under the bed to get my things. Everyone knows these things are rampant at base, i've not seen it as prevalent anywhere else I've stayed. I don't see the point in having a big keycard sytem when the hostel is apparently cool with people just coming in sleeping in the building. Whether they're friends of other travellers or not. If they did something or something ended up stolen, you wouldn't even have their details to be able to track them. It's pretty worrying.close

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by thinking – posted on Mar 17, 2008

5

The hostel was poorly run and very badly organised. We stayed for three nights and in that time there was no functional ladies toilet on our floor. The Kitchen was very dirty and far too small for the number or guests. This was our first stay in a Base Backpackers and we will definitely be our...

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by alicefellick585 – posted on Mar 3, 2008

3

Very poorly run, one theft upon arrival from the shower room, pandemonium. Another girl managed to grab her bag back. second night, our stuff was stolen from a 6 bed dorm. room key didnt work, went downstairs 3 times to get it fixed, still didnt work. booked 2 people into a mixed dorm, and they... more Very poorly run, one theft upon arrival from the shower room, pandemonium. Another girl managed to grab her bag back. second night, our stuff was stolen from a 6 bed dorm. room key didnt work, went downstairs 3 times to get it fixed, still didnt work. booked 2 people into a mixed dorm, and they tried to put us in seperate rooms, one of which we had to pay for when there wasnt even a spare bed. This hostel is a funny experience, if you dont mind getting your passport stolen from the shower, your wallet stolen from your bag as you sleep, and dont mind climbing 4 flights of stairs 3 times with room keys that don't work.close

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by Amlyns – posted on Feb 21, 2008

1

its a great hostel, with fantastic facilities, and a great location. i could'nt get sleep at night because of the noise coming from the bars on courtney place, i had a bed on the 6th floor, n i felt like i was at the party all night.

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by gopi291268 – posted on Feb 17, 2008

1

This is a poor hostel. On arrival, they had no reference to the online booking I hasd made being I had to move rooms during my 2 night stay, which involved checking out and not being able to check in til after 1pm. They did provide a free breakfast each day so it wasn't that bad. However, after... more This is a poor hostel. On arrival, they had no reference to the online booking I hasd made being I had to move rooms during my 2 night stay, which involved checking out and not being able to check in til after 1pm. They did provide a free breakfast each day so it wasn't that bad. However, after the first night I awoke to find my body covered in over 100 (trust me I counted) flea or bed mite bites. Avoid this place like the plague. Note: I have stayed in other Base hostel and they were fine.close

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by paul-warman3926 – posted on Feb 13, 2008

5

very clean safe hostel, the rooms are just a bit small and the keys stopped working all the time

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by laurahc18072261 – posted on Feb 7, 2008

2

just another base backpackers, it is what it is!

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by laceylockheart – posted on Jan 31, 2008

10

Very nice and helpful stuff. /Peter

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by peter1026 – posted on Jan 26, 2008

2

Great location, no complaints about this place.

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by gl-elin – posted on Jan 25, 2008

14

...just base...don't think about it!!!...base it's the better!!!

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by agutierrezy127551 – posted on Jan 16, 2008

6

kitchen is a bit of a mess, No alcohol permitted in the entire building ( never seen that before ).Difficult to have hot water. I only had a good time there thanks to the nice people i met :) .

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by bchevalier359221 – posted on Dec 21, 2007

5

Would have been nice to get some info about the place when i check in. Like where the bathrooms were located and what the deal with breakfast was. Also didn't recieve my free pack when i stayed in the Sanctury!! I paid, was handedmy key and that was that.

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by rachel6997 – posted on Dec 20, 2007

8

Fabulopus, kind, considerate. would have liked to see a time limit on the computers especially when so many were eager to use them, or info on prices and availability nearby. Thanks again for a special hospitality. Sunshine Appleby especially Yvette (spelling?)

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by harmonious23046 – posted on Nov 24, 2007

2

Kitchen was cleaned quite regulary although maybe a little small for the amount of people passing through, the large eating and TV area however makes up for this. Rooms were clean and quiet

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by Rossm8010 – posted on Apr 26, 2007

6

I think Base are great backpackers for people travelling in groups but the size and set up is not really suited to independent travellers as much. It can be a bit daunting and the bar and common areas are a bit impersonal. However, the staff were great and I can see that in a group this hostel...

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by kittieca – posted on Apr 11, 2007

1

I loved it! By far the cleanest and most secure hostel I've stayed in yet. My only complaint is I wish I had known what time the contiental breakfast was open until so that I could've taken advantage of it. Thanks so much for the great experience!

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by Talmor1319 – posted on Apr 8, 2007

1

This was my first hostel experience and it was a good one! I'm impressed with the staff. Friendly and very helpful. Darline

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by darline – posted on Mar 19, 2007

1

May not stay there again as bars and pubs nearby made it too noisy to get to sleep.

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by Jeymar4 – posted on Mar 4, 2007

2

Fab place, love the sanctuary with its excellent showers. Windows could open more in room, a bit hot. More internet stations also required, otherwise great place that I would always return to.

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by mandyk3486 – posted on Feb 28, 2007

15

Need more computers for imternet access, agree with the idea for no alcohol on site. Site is good but feel it could be better, like the ACB in Auckland.

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by philp7320 – posted on Feb 26, 2007

2

Great hostel, good bathrooms and dorm rooms. Enjoyed my stay a lot, will recommend to friends.

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by caroline4911 – posted on Feb 25, 2007

1

The lockers under the bed are large enough to contain an entire pack, or a standard carry on rolling bag (about 9" high). For your reference. The room was obviously not vaccumed each day, or even when most of the occupants had left (I was the only one left in a 4 share), and so the... more The lockers under the bed are large enough to contain an entire pack, or a standard carry on rolling bag (about 9" high). For your reference. The room was obviously not vaccumed each day, or even when most of the occupants had left (I was the only one left in a 4 share), and so the floor got progressively filthier. It was unclear whether the sheets were changed between visitors. That kind of disturbed me. The staff were massively impatient, except for the manager, who actually seemed like she enjoyed what she was doing. There's not enough communal hang out space where people can mix. The sun room on the 5th floor is pointless. The kitchen was too stark. The bar was hopelessly loud for talking. The room was REALLY noisy!!! Even with window and vent closed, it was way too loud -- until like 3:30am on a Wed night is just unacceptable. Most of the noise came from the basement bar, which is even more unacceptable. Have a fixed time for last call and send people to bed. The handicap bathroom on the 5th floor -- I don't think the vent works. That thing was always steamy to the point where you couldn't breathe. I propped the door open when I wasn't actually undressed. And the sink is backed up.close

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by Cielau – posted on Feb 23, 2007

2

I did like the location, very central but if your not fond of the noise and pretty much every night is party night in Wellington, maybe this backpackers is not for you but its easy to get into town, cause your there the second you walk out, just like Christchurch. It might not be the best... more I did like the location, very central but if your not fond of the noise and pretty much every night is party night in Wellington, maybe this backpackers is not for you but its easy to get into town, cause your there the second you walk out, just like Christchurch. It might not be the best backpackers I've ever stayed in but it certainly would be in my top 10 and I've stayed in a lot of backpackers in New Zealand. One thing though, why do you close off a whole floor for girls and call it The Santuary, where's The Lions Den for the guys!close

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by charlie5913 – posted on Feb 22, 2007

2

one of the nicest hostels i've stayed in. the sanctuary dorms were excellent.

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by Ruthannemo – posted on Feb 20, 2007

2

Dorms are very small. Whole place looks very run down. Remember to take your ear plugs cos the club downstairs plays loud music until 6am!

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by gemmacox – posted on Feb 20, 2007

14

Need padlocks for bedrooms. Thanks for free breakfast

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by isaacdav – posted on Feb 18, 2007

1

The alchol ban wa not at all respected and it was really noisy, but the sanctuary was pretty nice.

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by mackenzie1350 – posted on Feb 16, 2007

6

Noisy room Excellent facilities on Sanctuary floor

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by hannahw5797 – posted on Feb 9, 2007

1

Loved our stay - just two comments: 1. Paid for a flat white coffee but it was so awful I had to tip it down the toilet 2. Tried to go to the bar to get our free bubbly but it was so loud we didn't stay. Thanks very much apart from that we were very pleased.

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by Jeymar4 – posted on Feb 6, 2007

2

The staff at Basement bar were great. A special thanks to Trish and Brian who very friendly and gave great service :)

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by EScibe – posted on Jan 29, 2007

1