"Wellington's best hostel" Lonely Planet, 2015. Ultra clean, modern, bright, fun and friendly. YHA Wellington is a 5-star and Enviro-Gold Qualmark rated backpacker. One of the most centrally located hostels in Wellington and ideal for everything that Wellington has to offer. There is an espresso bar on site, selling barista made coffee and a selection of cabinet food. The hostel is in easy walking distance to the bars, shops and theatres on Courtenay Place and close to Te Papa museum, the waterfront and Embassy Theatre.

All 4 share ensuite rooms have lockers and if you prefer your own space we have twin, double and queen private rooms.

"This is everything an urban hostel should be" National Geographic Traveller 2014.

Special features at YHA Wellington that backpackers love:
- Espresso bar open from 6.45 am
- $6 Daily breakfast deal: freshly baked bagels with cream cheese and home-made jam plus a smooth Celsius coffee
- Supermarket over the road from the hostel (open til midnight)
- Two superbly equipped kitchen and dining areas
- Comfortable lounges
- TV lounge with projector and free movie hire
- Free comprehensive travel booking service
- Check out our sustainability notice boards and features
- A sustainable living centre for over 15 years