Dorset House hostel backpacker accommodation will re-open on 05 March 2012, having been fully repaired, renovated and re-decorated.
Dorset House is a perfectly located boutique backpackers hostel in a historic 1871 home. It is situated in a lovely quiet garden setting and is right next to leafy Hagley Park. Built in 1871 as home for a wealthy timber merchant, Dorset House has a fascinating history. It blends character charm with modern facilities, and offers quality budget accommodation in Christchurch.
As always there is plenty of light and space, no bunk beds, and every bed is fully made. There is a full kitchen available, guest laundry facilities, and a large lounge room (previously the ballroom). Breakfast packs can be purchased from reception.
Dorset House offers FREE WiFi internet if you have your own laptop (just ask reception for an access code). If you’d like to use our computers, there is printing, SKYPE, USB ports and CD burning available.
You will find everything you need for a comfortable stay, including the assistance of our helpful staff.
We endeavour to make your stay easy for you. Dorset House offers 24-hour late check-in on request (please contact us for the door code).
Christchurch is recovering and there's still plenty to do in the Garden City. We’d love to have you stay at Dorset House.
Check-in Time: 2:00 PM
Check-out Time: 10:00 AM
Getting there:
From airport: Catch the City Flyer bus between 6.35am and 12.55am, weekdays. Weekend hours: Saturday, 8.10am - 12.55am. Sunday, 8.40am - 12.55am. The cost of this bus service is $7 per adult, and services run approximately every half hour. Ask the driver to let you off at the corner of Park Terrace and Peterborough Sts. Walk back the way you have come, 3 blocks to Dorset St (5 minutes walk).
Outside the City Flyer hours, you may choose to catch a direct shuttle. This will cost approximately $17 per person, and will drop you to our door.
Taxi - the cost of a taxi from the airport to Dorset House will be approximately $30-$35.
From the train station: Catch a shuttle service ($5-7), or taxi ($10-15) from the train station.
Check-in Procedure:
Check-in is anytime after 2pm. If you arrive early, we can store your luggage for you while you take a walk or relax in the lounge with a book.
Please note that the reception closes at 6pm. If you are arriving after 6pm, you will need a door code to enter the hostel and obtain your room key. This is a three digit code that will be emailed to you when you book. If you have not received it, please call or email Dorset House to obtain the door code for your arrival.
Car parking:
Dorset House has free guest carparking available. There is also street parking available close to the hostel.
Child Policy:
Regretfully Dorset House cannot accept solo travellers who are under 18 years of age. Children are welcome with parents or guardians.