The Silverfern Backpackers Hostel is a brand new and friendly hostel offering budget accommodation in Central Auckland with excellent facilities including two lounges - one specially designed for movies and sports with Sky TV.

Silverfern Backpackers Hostel offers ideal accommodation for those visiting Auckland for a short tourist visit, convention, concert or for a sporting event. There are rooms to suit every budget and every size of group. It is also a good choice for those wishing to work or study in Auckland.

The Silverfern Backpackers Hostel is an upmarket backpackers located on Hobson Street just a short walk from the Auckland City Centre, Auckland Town Hall, Sky Casino and, Sky Tower, the Intercity Bus Terminal, cinemas, banks, supermarkets, shops, art galleries, museums, restaurants, cafes, pubs & nightclubs. The bustle of downtown is just minutes away. The Karangahape Road & Ponsonby cafes & restaurants are also only minutes away.

The hostel is designed in a warm and inviting modern style with a chpice of 12 Bed, 8 bed, 6 and 4 bed female and Mixed Share Dorm Rooms as well as Single Double, Twin and Triple Private Rooms both with and without private en suite bathroom. All rooms are well appointed with your comfort in mind, offering highest-quality pillow-top mattresses, complemented with crisp white cotton sheeting and TVs in all private rooms.

The Auckland Silverfern Backpackers Hostel has all the modern accommodation facilities a backpacker requires to make the most out of their stay. The very spacious communal TV room & main lounge are open 24 hours. Igloo TV with movie and film channels is available. The main lounge is a great place to relax and read a book or to play board games or catch up with friends. Relax and play pool or Table Soccer with your new friends in the Games Room.

Clean and modern bathrooms have been designed to be spacious with 24 Hour hot showers. A spacious, fully equipped self-catering modern kitchen with ovens, microwaves, fridge etc is available to guests. It is well stocked with pots, pans, cutlery, crockery and other bits and pieces. Complimentary tea and coffee is provided. Breakfast is included during winter. A spacious and highly comfortable dining area is also attached to the kitchen. There is an indoor dining area as well as seating. The outside courtyard & BBQ area is a great area available for guests from 8.00am – 10.00pm - a nice place to relax in the sun and enjoy the BBQ Parties.

There are 2 Lounges, one with cinema style seating and Sky TV for films and Sports.There is a payphone available on site, a coin operated guest laundry with washing machines and dryers, printing facilities and photocopying services. A secure lock-up room is available for guests to store luggage/bikes. Valuables can be left safe and secure at reception while you venture out and explore around Auckland – a small charge applies. WIFI is available throughout the hostel 24 hours. Free UNLIMITED Wi-Fi for weekly guests. Computer terminals are available for those without computers.

Car parking and bus parking facilities are available on site. Immigration Services (Work,Student,Visitor Visas and English Language courses can be arranged at the hostel).
Further guest facilities and services include 24 hour security, adaptors, bicycle parking, board games, book exchange, cable TV, card phones, DVDs, FREE City maps, hairdryers, daily housekeeping, jobs board, key card access, all linen included, lockers, luggage Storage, onsite parking, outdoor terrace, pool table, safe deposit boxes, tours/travel desk, towels for hire, vending machines, wheelchair accessibility, airport transportation - drop-off (surcharge), arcade/game room, dry cleaning/laundry service, smoke-free property, fee pay car parking and express check-out


Trips and tours along with camper van rentals and car rentals can be booked at reception. If you fancy hitch hiking then we are located on the main road exit leaving Auckland for the South, you can stand outside our hostel for a quick pick up. Photographic ID is required for all guests at check in. Credit card Booker must be present at check in. A minimum of 2 nights is required in all private rooms or a $10 surcharge applies. Maximum of 3 nights stay in 12 bed dorm then you have to upgrade to 8 bed dorm. You must be less than 45 years of age to stay in a dorm otherwise you must stay in a private room.