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      Dorset House Backpackers

      237 Reviews
      #10 of 107 Specialty Lodging in Christchurch
      1 Dorset Street | PO Box 25350, Christchurch 8144, New Zealand
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      1 - 5 of 206 reviews

      Reviewed 4 days ago
      Friendly staff , good location and kitchen is fully equipped

      The staff were friendly and helpful. The kitchen was well equipped. The room was very comfortable with good basic amenities.The building is historically beautiful and interesting.15 mins walk to supermarket.

      Thank chopperpeng
      Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile
      Really enjoyed our stay

      We stayed at Dorset House Backpackers for 2 nights and we really liked it! We had an overnight flight and didn't sleep well but Hilde on the front desk arranged for our room to be ready at 8am so we could sleep straight away! Thank...More

      Thank Sammanthaaa
      Response from DorsetHouseChch, Manager at Dorset House BackpackersResponded 4 days ago

      Hi Sammanthaaa, We are so glad to hear you have enjoyed your stay with us. I am glad we were able to check you in early, as the room was not booked the night prior. Those early morning flights can be so inconvenient and we...More

      Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
      Helpful staff good location

      The staff were friendly and helpful. The kitchen was well equipped even if it was a bit tardy. The stovetop needs attention and the space is a little cramped. The building is historically beautiful and interesting. The rooms warm and inviting and comfortable. Clean amenities...More

      Thank Melissa S
      Response from DorsetHouseChch, Manager at Dorset House BackpackersResponded 1 week ago

      Hi Melissa S, Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a review. We really appreciate your lovely words regarding our historic building, warm and comfortable rooms, clean amenities and helpful staff. We are glad we could help bringing your items to...More

      Reviewed 2 weeks ago
      Outstanding value in Christchurch

      We had a double and a twin room, both were very comfortable with good basic amenities. The shared showers were brilliant, hot and strong. Big lounge room and excellent kitchen made a week long stay wonderful. We hardly saw the staff but everything seemed to...More

      Thank Nick D
      Response from DorsetHouseChch, Manager at Dorset House BackpackersResponded 1 week ago

      Hi Nick D, We are so glad to hear you have found Dorset House to be of outstanding value while in Christchurch. Thank you also for your comments regarding both of your rooms, our showers, lounge and kitchen. You will generally find our staff in...More

      Reviewed 2 weeks ago
      Clean, quiet, lovely

      Very clean and quiet room and amenities, quiet location but close to the centre of the city and Hagley Park. Efficient service. Highly recommended. haven't checked out the dormitories but the shared room was nice as well.More

      Thank DrAndy2013
      Response from DorsetHouseChch, Manager at Dorset House BackpackersResponded 1 week ago

      Hi DrAndy2013, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review, much appreciated 😊 We are indeed pretty lucky with our location right next to Hagley Park yet only a 15 minute walk to the super market or city centre. All our...More

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      • Free Parking
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      • US$18 - US$63 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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      Maha V
      6 April 2016|
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      Response from DorsetHouseChch | Property representative |
      Hi Juaymah, Absolutely! please take note of the 4-digit security code sent in your confirmation email to enter the building after hours where we will have a late-arrival envelope arranged for you with your room key and... More
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      11 July 2015|
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      Response from Kartos | Reviewed this property |
      We reached Christchurch at 1 am and we were still able to check-in without any problems whatsoever. Write an email to them with your flight details and they leave your room keys in an envelope. We took a Super Shuttle right... More
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