Base Auckland Central Backpackers

229 Queen St, Auckland, North Island, New Zealand | 5 star hostel

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Swings and Roundabouts

A travel blog entry by abritinnz

Ok, so today is Friday 28th January, 2:58pm my time.

Since the last update, my sunburn has kind of gone, but now I have some very weird tan lines where I didn't reach far enough down my back with the old sun cream.

Last weekend, I went away to Waiheke Island from Thursday to Sunday, about a 40 minute ferry ride from mainland …

Bank Holiday already!

A travel blog entry by abritinnz

So, figured I'll do this once a week from now on, so I'm not just talking rubbish each time.

My Visa Card was frozen by Natwest twice in the last week because I've withdrawn money from over here. Not sure how many times I have to tell them I'm in New Zealand! I'm only taking it out of cash points beacuse the online transfer won't work …

I know when I'm coming home!

A travel blog entry by abritinnz

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Monday was the last day of the bank holiday weekend, but pretty much everything remained open as normal unlike England. Julie let me know that they have picked up all of my stuff from 'home' and it is in her attic, so as soon as the house is sold, I will be 'of no fixed abode'. Had an email and Imogen update from Claire which was nice :) I like …

3 weeks down.......

A travel blog entry by abritinnz

Feet still hurt! Think it might be in the starting stages of developing in my left foot now! Grrr. So today, I have a trial / interview at Mecca Cafe on the Viaduct Harbour, quite a posh area for waitressing. It's at 2:00pm my time. Minimum wage I'll be on is $16 per hour (8pounds!). I keep thinking about the interview I have at the Hilton on …

My last full week in Auckland

A travel blog entry by abritinnz

I got up at 7:00am and had a webcam chat with Sharon, Caitlin, Ryan, Poppy and Lili-Anne this morning, which was lovely. I went and sat on the computers in my pyjamas with my bed hair, but not many people were around so it was ok :) I didn't do a lot for the rest of the day, just used the free internet at IEP.

Tuesday....

Traveler rating: 2.5/5 Fair (193 reviews)

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This 5 star hostel, located on 229 Queen St, Auckland, is near Auckland Art Gallery, City Art Gallery, SkyJump, and Albert Park.
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    TravelPod Member ReviewsBase Auckland Central Backpackers

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    Reviewed Feb 1, 2013
    by (11 reviews) , United Kingdom Flag of United Kingdom

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    This review is the subjective opinion of a TravelPod member and not of TravelPod.com.

    Nice place

    Reviewed Jan 10, 2013
    by (23 reviews) , Canada Flag of Canada

    Great place to stay, nice people work there

    This review is the subjective opinion of a TravelPod member and not of TravelPod.com.

    DO NOT STAY HERE

    Reviewed Feb 27, 2012
    by (3 reviews) Hull , United Kingdom Flag of United Kingdom

    Whilst the hostel has all the amenties that you could possibly want, they have a major problem with theft.

    I personally got $200 stolen whilst I was staying in a private room, and a guy that I met was also robbed but he lost $1000 during a fire alarm.

    I personally would never stay here again

    This review is the subjective opinion of a TravelPod member and not of TravelPod.com.

    Terrible showers

    Reviewed Nov 30, 2011
    by (17 reviews) , United Kingdom Flag of United Kingdom

    Good on the whole, but the lifts are a liability and the showers are awful.

    This review is the subjective opinion of a TravelPod member and not of TravelPod.com.

    Backpacker Queen Street

    Reviewed Sep 4, 2011
    by (3 reviews) Paris , France Flag of France

    Plein centre ville, un bâtiment moderne de 7 étages, excellent emplacement. Par contre le reste laisse un peu à désirer. Chambre surchauffée, réception au 3ème étage. Quand on arrive de la rue l'accès n'est pas évident. Mais la qualité est largement satisfaisante pour le prix.

    This review is the subjective opinion of a TravelPod member and not of TravelPod.com.

    Friendly Atmosphere

    Reviewed Jun 9, 2011
    by (6 reviews) Sudbury , Canada Flag of Canada

    Staff were very friendly and helpful. It's a pretty big hostel, so it's a not as warm and cozy, making it a little harder to meet people. :D

    This review is the subjective opinion of a TravelPod member and not of TravelPod.com.

    Loved it!

    Reviewed Apr 21, 2011
    by (26 reviews) Leeds , United Kingdom Flag of United Kingdom

    Loved it loved it loved it, can't say any more than that!

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    Pretty dam swarve

    Reviewed Mar 18, 2011
    by (10 reviews) Manchester , United Kingdom Flag of United Kingdom

    Good enough to get us to book another ten nights!

    This review is the subjective opinion of a TravelPod member and not of TravelPod.com.

    Not bad for our first backpacker joint

    Reviewed Feb 6, 2011
    by (6 reviews) Darwin , Australia Flag of Australia

    We have our own double room with bathroom here so it's pretty comfortable. Clean sheets, TV and all the amenities. We're happy.

    This review is the subjective opinion of a TravelPod member and not of TravelPod.com.

    Brilliant hostel

    Reviewed Dec 28, 2010
    by (2 reviews) Grange over Sands, Cumbria , United Kingdom Flag of United Kingdom

    Stayed for one night in a twin room with a friend. Great room with fridge too - lovely and clean and had a good night's sleep. Quiet hostel considering it's size, very efficiently run, good central location.

    This review is the subjective opinion of a TravelPod member and not of TravelPod.com.

    Base Hostel Auckland

    Reviewed Dec 17, 2010
    by (4 reviews) Leiden , Netherlands Flag of Netherlands

    Good hostel with all the nessecary options for a backpacker on a short brake here!!!

    This review is the subjective opinion of a TravelPod member and not of TravelPod.com.

    Alright for a 1st night

    Reviewed Sep 27, 2010
    by (2 reviews) , New Zealand Flag of New Zealand

    Alright Hostel, Cool bar and people but got moved quite a bit, met some amazing travelers as its the start and finish for loads of travelers. nice a spacious with roomie kitchen and lounge area!

    This review is the subjective opinion of a TravelPod member and not of TravelPod.com.

    TripAdvisor Reviews Base Auckland Central Backpackers

    2.50 of 5 stars Fair

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