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Dorset House BackpackersHostel
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| General: | Parking, Garden, Non-Smoking Rooms, Family Rooms, Free Parking, Safety Deposit Box, Heating, Luggage Storage, Gay Friendly, Ski Storage, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking | |
| Activities: | Billiards | |
| Services: | Laundry, Internet Services, Tour Desk, Fax/Photocopying, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN |
Room information
Dorset House offers twin rooms, double rooms, single rooms, small doubles and share rooms. The hostel is open all year around, except Christmas Day and New Year's Eve. All beds are fully made, and there are no bunk beds. Share rooms have a maximum of four beds per room. All rooms are within 3-7 metres from refurbished, modern bathrooms with plenty of hot water.
We also have one-two bedroom holiday apartments available during the summer season. These are fully furnished, with all linen and towels included, and they have fully equipped kitchens, bathrooms and washing machines.
We also have one-two bedroom holiday apartments available during the summer season. These are fully furnished, with all linen and towels included, and they have fully equipped kitchens, bathrooms and washing machines.
Food & beverage
The Kitchen:
The kitchen at Dorset House is spacious and sunny. Facilities include: two large dining tables, four separate cooking units, one large oven, two small ovens, two microwaves, three fridges and plenty of food storage. There is always plenty of room available even when the house is full. All cooking utensils, crockery and cutlery are provided as well as free tea, coffee and sugar. The kitchen is cleaned and tea towels and dish cloths are changed on a daily basis. Adjacent the kitchen is a large balcony with plenty of seating and tables available. This is a great place to enjoy a relaxing breakfast and catch the warmth of the morning sun.
The kitchen at Dorset House is spacious and sunny. Facilities include: two large dining tables, four separate cooking units, one large oven, two small ovens, two microwaves, three fridges and plenty of food storage. There is always plenty of room available even when the house is full. All cooking utensils, crockery and cutlery are provided as well as free tea, coffee and sugar. The kitchen is cleaned and tea towels and dish cloths are changed on a daily basis. Adjacent the kitchen is a large balcony with plenty of seating and tables available. This is a great place to enjoy a relaxing breakfast and catch the warmth of the morning sun.
Area information
Dorset House is situated alongside the green heart of Christchurch, next to the magnificent Hagley Park where you can walk along the Avon River and feed the ducks or just relax surrounded by trees and greenery. The hostel is just a ten minute walk away from Cathedral Square, the centre of Christchurch with its museums and art galleries and it’s just two minutes walk away from bars, cafes and restaurants.
Travel information
How to find Dorset House
By Air
Christchurch International Airport is the transport hub for all Domestic and International flights from around the world. From the Airport a variety of transport options are available.
Bus: The 'City Flyer' is Christchurch's Public Bus operating daily from outside the Airport Terminal - look for the bus shelter signs for 'City Flyer' located near the International Arrival Terminal. The bus stops along Park Terrace, from there walk back two blocks the way you came, and you will find Dorset St. The City Flyer costs approximately $7.00 per person.
Airport Shuttle: Shuttles are available outside the Airport Terminal to take you directly to Dorset House. The cost is approximately $17 for one person, approximately $21 for two, and $4-5 per person after that.
Taxi: a taxi stand is located outside the Airport Terminal. The cost to take a taxi into the central city should be approximately between $35-45.
Rental Cars: all major rental companies have offices at the Airport Terminal for you to hire cars from. Dorset House is easy to find situated just off the main city to airport route.
By Train
The Christchurch Train Station is situated not far from the city and close to the south side of Hagley Park. It is the termination stop for both the 'TranzAlpine' and 'TranzCoastal' train journeys. From the train station a shuttle is available to transport you to Dorset House for approximately $7-10. There is a free return shuttle service to the train station.
By Coach
The InterCity bus terminal is centrally located at 123 Worcester Street, in central Christchurch. From here it is approximately a 10 minute walk across the cental city and down Victoria Street to Dorset Street and the Dorset Street Backpackers. Alternatively, there are taxis available from close to the bus terminal in the Square. Atomic Travel coaches will drop you off directly at Dorset House
By Private Vehicle
Dorset House is located on Dorset Street, which centrally located between Park Avenue (that runs alongside Hagley Park) and Victoria Street (one of the main streets in and out of the central city).
By Air
Christchurch International Airport is the transport hub for all Domestic and International flights from around the world. From the Airport a variety of transport options are available.
Bus: The 'City Flyer' is Christchurch's Public Bus operating daily from outside the Airport Terminal - look for the bus shelter signs for 'City Flyer' located near the International Arrival Terminal. The bus stops along Park Terrace, from there walk back two blocks the way you came, and you will find Dorset St. The City Flyer costs approximately $7.00 per person.
Airport Shuttle: Shuttles are available outside the Airport Terminal to take you directly to Dorset House. The cost is approximately $17 for one person, approximately $21 for two, and $4-5 per person after that.
Taxi: a taxi stand is located outside the Airport Terminal. The cost to take a taxi into the central city should be approximately between $35-45.
Rental Cars: all major rental companies have offices at the Airport Terminal for you to hire cars from. Dorset House is easy to find situated just off the main city to airport route.
By Train
The Christchurch Train Station is situated not far from the city and close to the south side of Hagley Park. It is the termination stop for both the 'TranzAlpine' and 'TranzCoastal' train journeys. From the train station a shuttle is available to transport you to Dorset House for approximately $7-10. There is a free return shuttle service to the train station.
By Coach
The InterCity bus terminal is centrally located at 123 Worcester Street, in central Christchurch. From here it is approximately a 10 minute walk across the cental city and down Victoria Street to Dorset Street and the Dorset Street Backpackers. Alternatively, there are taxis available from close to the bus terminal in the Square. Atomic Travel coaches will drop you off directly at Dorset House
By Private Vehicle
Dorset House is located on Dorset Street, which centrally located between Park Avenue (that runs alongside Hagley Park) and Victoria Street (one of the main streets in and out of the central city).
Important information
Please note that this hotel is currently closed for refurbishment due to the earthquake. It will reopen on March 5, 2012.
Please inform staff in advance for check in later than 18:00. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.
There is no reception at the Dorset Apartments building; guests will be emailed check-in instructions.
Please inform staff in advance for check in later than 18:00. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.
There is no reception at the Dorset Apartments building; guests will be emailed check-in instructions.
Hotel Policies
| Check In: | 14:00-18:00 | |
| Check Out: | 10:00 | |
| Cancellation Policy: | Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged. Children and Extra Bed Policy: Children older than 10 years are welcome. Extra beds are not available. There is no capacity for extra beds in the room. There is no capacity for cots in the room. Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged. VAT and city/tourist taxes: 12.5 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable. Internet: Wireless Internet Hotspot is available in public areas and is free of charge. Wired internet is available in public areas and charges are applicable. Meal Plan: Continental breakfast costs NZD 9.50 per person per night. Parking: Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed). Pets: Pets are not allowed. The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival. |
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| Accepted credit cards: | American Express, Euro/Mastercard, Visa |
