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Geeky Gecko - Hostel

2.0 star property

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Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

Map
6 Stafford St, Dunedin, Otago, 9016
  • Grand Casino
    3 min walk
  • Speight's Brewery
    5 min walk
  • Regent Theatre
    8 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    24 min drive

Room options

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Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Private Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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6 Beds Female Dormitory

6 Beds Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

5 Beds Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Private 2 Beds Dormitory

Private 2 Beds Dormitory

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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6 Beds Mixed Dormitory

6 Beds Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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4 Beds Mixed Dormitory

4 Beds Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

8 Beds Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About this property

Geeky Gecko - Hostel

Hostel in Dunedin, near University of Otago
A microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and laundry facilities are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a computer station, a library, and tour/ticket assistance. Bathrooms are shared.
Geeky Gecko - Hostel offers 13 shared accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested.
During your stay at Geeky Gecko - Hostel, you're just a quick walk from Grand Casino. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus laundry facilities and a library.
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include locker space, a computer, and laundry facilities
  • Steps from Grand Casino and 15 minutes by foot from University of Otago
Geeky Gecko - Hostel offers its guests a library, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Geeky Gecko - Hostel also features a communal living room, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Dunedin hostel.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Limited on-site parking
  • Street parking available

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Library
  • Lockers available

Guest services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • This property does not have any lifts

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laundry detergent
  • Local maps
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.15 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.15 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Geeky Gecko
Geeky Gecko - Hostel Dunedin
Geeky Gecko - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Geeky Gecko - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Dunedin

Geeky Gecko - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews" "

6.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I thought the staff lacking enthusiasm when approaching reception. Building is run down but everything was clean. We did however enjoyed the rules to do with noise and surprisingly everyone obeyed .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very very noisy and filty bathrooms. TV in private room didnt work.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hostel, kindly stuff, close to the city center, cool arts. I enjoyed my stay in the hostel. 👍👍👍
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020