How Axel worksAxel $78 a night vs $80 on Expedia at Attic Backpackers, Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026: $2 a night less (2%). Seen Oct 11.
4-star hotel · 31 Wellesley Street, Auckland
Hotels in AucklandA budget backpacker hostel in central Auckland, not a four-star hotel
8.3/10
A strong central hostel for clean shared spaces, helpful staff and self-catering.
Attic Backpackers is a budget hostel on the top floor of a central Auckland building, not the four-star hotel its listing might suggest. It's a strong pick for travelers who prioritize cleanliness, useful staff and cooking their own meals over room polish. Recent Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise the housekeeping, while Google reviews also highlight the spacious, well-organized kitchen. The rooftop terrace and lounges give you room to socialize without spending every evening out.
The bedrooms are the compromise: simple bunks, shared bathrooms even with private rooms, and reports of stuffiness, noisy fans and street noise. Some dorm guests also miss privacy curtains and convenient bedside storage or charging. Towels cost extra. We'd choose it for a practical, sociable city base; light sleepers and anyone expecting hotel-style privacy should look elsewhere.
Axel's opinion, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Booking.com · wanderlog.com · at.govt.nz. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.
$78 a night with Axel against $80 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $2 a night less (2%).
Standard Twin room (shared bathroom) (twin beds) · refundable
$2/night less than Expedia (2%)Rate for Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 11
Sign up free to book this rate$71 a night with Axel against $73 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $2 a night less (2%).
Standard Twin room (shared bathroom) (twin beds) · refundable
$2/night less than Expedia (2%)Rate for Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 11
Sign up free to book this rate$79 a night with Axel; Expedia listed $73 a night for these dates when seen.
Standard Twin room (shared bathroom) (twin beds) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 11
Sign up free to book this rate$305 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Bed in Dorm (shared bathroom) (6 beds) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 7
Sign up free to book this rate$225 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Bed in Dorm (shared bathroom) (6 beds) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 15 to Nov 26, 2026 · 11 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 8
Sign up free to book this rate$255 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Bed in Dorm (shared bathroom) (6 beds) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 24 to Nov 26, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 11
Sign up free to book this rate$24 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Bed in Dorm (shared bathroom) (14 beds) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 24 to Dec 29, 2026 · 5 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 12
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Axel $78 a night vs $80 on Expedia at Attic Backpackers, Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026: $2 a night less (2%). Seen Oct 11.
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A strong central hostel for clean shared spaces, helpful staff and self-catering. A budget backpacker hostel in central Auckland, not a four-star hotel, scored for what it is.
Attic Backpackers is a budget hostel on the top floor of a central Auckland building, not the four-star hotel its listing might suggest. It's a strong pick for travelers who prioritize cleanliness, useful staff and cooking their own meals over room polish. Recent Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise the housekeeping, while Google reviews also highlight the spacious, well-organized kitchen. The rooftop terrace and lounges give you room to socialize without spending every evening out.
The bedrooms are the compromise: simple bunks, shared bathrooms even with private rooms, and reports of stuffiness, noisy fans and street noise. Some dorm guests also miss privacy curtains and convenient bedside storage or charging. Towels cost extra. We'd choose it for a practical, sociable city base; light sleepers and anyone expecting hotel-style privacy should look elsewhere.
Best for: Solo travelers on a budget; Backpackers who self-cater; Travelers exploring Auckland without a car
Watch out for: Stuffy dorms and fan or street noise; Shared bathrooms, including private rooms; Limited bunk privacy and bedside conveniences
Location: Central Wellesley Street location, close to Queen Street, Sky Tower and city buses.
Rooms: Basic dorms and private rooms; comfort is generally positive, but ventilation and bunk privacy draw complaints.
Cleanliness: A consistent strength across recent Tripadvisor, Expedia and Google guest feedback.
Service: Guests repeatedly praise friendly staff, practical local advice and helpful problem-solving.
Amenities: Large communal kitchen, rooftop terrace, lounges, free WiFi and laundry facilities.
Fees and surprises: Towels are hired separately; no on-site parking. Nearby Wellesley Street bus works finished in April 2026.
Axel's opinion of Attic Backpackers, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Booking.com · wanderlog.com · at.govt.nz. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.
Every stay Axel priced for Attic Backpackers within the last 7 days. Each rate is per night: the total for the stay shown, as a free account pays it, including any fee the hotel collects at check-in, divided by its nights, beside the public rate seen for the same dates and party, also per night. These are examples, not live inventory: sign up free and Axel checks live rooms and rates for those dates.
| Stay | Axel rate | Public rate | Difference | Seen | Book |
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| Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $78 a night · refundable · Standard Twin room (shared bathroom) (twin beds) | $80 a night on Expedia | $2 a night less (2%) | Seen Oct 11 | Sign up free to book |
| Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $71 a night · refundable · Standard Twin room (shared bathroom) (twin beds) | $73 a night on Expedia | $2 a night less (2%) | Seen Oct 11 | Sign up free to book |
| Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $79 a night · refundable · Standard Twin room (shared bathroom) (twin beds) | $73 a night on Expedia | Seen Oct 11 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $305 a night · refundable · Bed in Dorm (shared bathroom) (6 beds) | not seen | Seen Oct 7 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 15 to Nov 26, 2026 · 11 nights · 2 adults | $225 a night · refundable · Bed in Dorm (shared bathroom) (6 beds) | not seen | Seen Oct 8 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 24 to Nov 26, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $255 a night · refundable · Bed in Dorm (shared bathroom) (6 beds) | not seen | Seen Oct 11 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 24 to Dec 29, 2026 · 5 nights · 1 adult | $24 a night · refundable · Bed in Dorm (shared bathroom) (14 beds) | not seen | Seen Oct 12 | Sign up free to book |
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