Dorset House Backpackers & Apartments

Dorset House Backpackers & Apartments

1 Dorset St, Central City, New Zealand, 8144
The management staff of Dorset House are excited and delighted to announce that our hostel backpacker accommodation will re-open on Monday 05 March 2012.
Dorset House has been repaired, strengthened - and fully redecorated. Boutique charm at budget hostel accommodation prices.

The house was built in 1871 for the wealthy timber merchant, J.B. Way, and as one of Christchurchs early homesteads it once featured 27 rooms and three Italian marble fireplaces. Dorset House is surrounded by f..... More Dorset House Backpackers & Apartments Information
Dorset House Backpackers & Apartments

How to get to Dorset House Backpackers & Apartments

From the airport, catch a 24-hour shuttle service to our front door ($17-20) or a taxi ($35-45). Alternatively a public bus is available during the day. From the train station: catch a shuttle or taxi for less than $10. There is a free shuttle in the mornings returning to the train station each day.If driving: Dorset Street is one block below Bealey Avenue, at the northern end of the central city.

Check In time : 2.00pm    Check Out time : 10.00am



Out and About

Make the most of Hagley Park at our doorstep, and stroll beside the leafy Avon River to popular city attractions including the botanic gardens, museum, markets and the Hagley Park Events Village. Close to cafes, restaurants, shopping and public transport too. Ask our staff for suggestions.

Facilities at Dorset House Backpackers & Apartments :

Dry Cleaning and Laundry
Tour desk
Internet Access
Onsite parking
Separate lounge
Non smoking floors
Pay phone
Colour TV
Cooking facilities
Coffee/tea
Washing facilities
Safe
Games Room

Cancellation Policy

A minimum of 48 hours notice is required by this property for cancellations.

Car Parking:

Off-street car parking is available on a limited basis. On-street car parking is also available outside the hostel.

Reception Hours

Opening :8.00am
Closing :6.00pm

Instructions for after hours key collection

Dorset House reception hours are 8am - 6pm. Outside these hours, a door code is required for check-in purposes. If you are planning on arriving after 6pm, please contact Dorset House directly via email or phone to obtain your door code.