The hostel is situated in the middle of lively and trendy Ponsonby area, we liked the neighborhood and hostel very much! The staff were really friendly and helpful with everything, and the hostel itself was clean and comfortable. Highly recommended!

Loved this hostel and have already booked in for the return part of my trip. The staff are really helpful and made sure that the place was kept really clean. Everyone was very welcoming and I met some great people here.There are local shops on hand and the Ponsonby area has a friendly feel to it. There was some confusion... More

I LOVED staying at this place! The atmosphere was very welcoming and the staff are ready to assist in any way they can. The facilities are quite good and well maintained, although there is only one sink in the kitchen (but this didn't really prove to be too much of an issue). I stayed here with my Girlfriend for a... More

Excellent place to stay whilst in Auckland, good location, not too far from city centre and could be described as a home away from home. Good facilities, really clean, and super friendly and helpful staff. John was great in helping me get a good deal for a mobile phone repair!! Dropped it down the toilet a week later though!! 100%... More

Two Canadian seniors, our first, and one of the very best backpackers hostels of a 6-week trip around NZ ;We chose it for the interesting architecture, and were not disappointed. Good location for walking and public transit.l Facilities clean and complete. Particularly helpful were the managers, John and Holly, who mainly planned and booked for us a beautiful trip around... More

Staying at Ponsonby Backpackers feels like you're staying at someones house as opposed to staying at a commercial hostel. John, Holly and the staff are extremely helpful and really know how to make you feel welcome. The hostel is excellently run - toilets and kitchen are always spotless. The couch in the TV room is unbelievably comfortable. The fellow guests... More

I stayed at Ponsonby for a few nights and was shown round the buildiing straight away by the staff. The hostel had a very homely feel and the staff were all very welcoming and friendly. The facilities were very clean and spacious and the kitchen had more than enough utensils so there was never a lack in plates or pans!... More

Hostel has a good location, not quite in the middle of the city, but still within walking distance to everything. Ponsonby Rd has a variety of restaurants and there's a grocery story just down the hill from the hostel. The kitchen was large with plenty of space to move around and more than enough dishes/utilities for cooking. It was always... More

Hostel is situated near Ponsonby Road which has an active nightlife szene. The Rooms a Clean and in a nice condition. The Staff is helpful and will answer all your Questions. There is no WLan available and for the use of the only Computer u will be charged 2$ for 30 minutes, but actually its just 27 minutes. Due to... More