Title: Dusky Lodge - Hostel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Dusky Lodge - Hostel Hostel with free parking, 9-minute walk to Kaikoura Museum ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13280000/13271200/13271116/b18f86d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Shared fridge, microwave](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13280000/13271200/13271116/6ac876e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Seasonal outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13280000/13271200/13271116/05373380.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13280000/13271200/13271116/107c92e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shared fridge, microwave](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13280000/13271200/13271116/541cf52c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Kaikoura's Dusky Lodge - Hostel offers genuine hospitality with breakfast at Sicarios, the on-site café. Enjoy the spa tub, seasonal outdoor pool, and free WiFi. Multilingual staff provide helpful local recommendations for daily adventures. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Bar - Pool - Housekeeping - Pet-friendly - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 22 - Nov. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=13271116&PinnedHotelID=13271116&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=13271116&PinnedHotelID=13271116&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 23 - Nov. 24](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=13271116&PinnedHotelID=13271116&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=13271116&PinnedHotelID=13271116&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 28 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=13271116&PinnedHotelID=13271116&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=13271116&PinnedHotelID=13271116&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=13271116&PinnedHotelID=13271116&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=13271116&PinnedHotelID=13271116&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13280000/13271200/13271116/2d584c19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom 8.0 Very good 4 reviews ### Highlights Heating 2 bathrooms In-room safe Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13280000/13271200/13271116/2d584c19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4 Beds) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating 2 bathrooms In-room safe Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Standard Double , Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13280000/13271200/13271116/59dc19d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double , Shared Bathroom 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews ### Highlights Heating Free cribs/infant beds TV 2 bathrooms Digital channels In-room safe Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Ensuite Family Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13280000/13271200/13271116/5d24481c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Ensuite Family Room 8.0 Very good 8 reviews ### Highlights Heating TV Private bathroom Digital channels Daily housekeeping In-room safe Pet friendly - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ![Standard Twin, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13280000/13271200/13271116/ef3116ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating TV 2 bathrooms Digital channels In-room safe Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKaikoura-Hotels-Dusky-Lodge.h13271116.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKaikoura-Hotels-Dusky-Lodge.h13271116.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-42.39400%2C173.67905&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=T0C9LPBoxKUpZb_BBPzwPRk5IT4=) 67 Beach Road, Kaikoura, 7300 #### What's nearby - Kaikoura Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Kaikoura Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km - Kaikoura District Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km - Peninsula Walkway - 7 min drive - 5.0 km - Point Kean Seal Colony - 10 min drive - 6.1 km #### Getting around - Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 102 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Whaler - ‬10 min walk - ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬16 min walk - ‪Cods n Cray - ‬3 min walk - ‪Coopers Catch - ‬10 min walk - ‪Cafe Encounter - ‬3 min drive ## About this property ### Dusky Lodge - Hostel Hostel near Kaikoura Beach Located close to Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum, Dusky Lodge - Hostel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site Michelin star rated café, Sicarios, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and a poolside location. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hostel include: - A seasonal outdoor pool - Free self parking - Tour/ticket assistance, a TV in the lobby, and a computer station - Multilingual staff, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in the lobby Room features All guestrooms at Dusky Lodge - Hostel boast comforts such as free WiFi and safes. 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Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Breakfast available 9.0 Wonderful 79 reviews CA $121 CA $163 total includes taxes & fees Dec 2 - Dec 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=9628143&PinnedHotelID=9628143&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - Sicarios ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails - Hot tub - Seasonal outdoor pool - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Seasonal outdoor pool - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Computer station ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - In the mountains - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Private or shared bathroom - Towels provided ### More - Heating - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of NZD 20 per pet, per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: NZD 20 per pet, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### National rating For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system. ### Property is also known as Dusky Lodge Backpackers Kaikoura Dusky Lodge Backpackers Dusky Backpackers Kaikoura Dusky Backpackers Dusky Lodge Dusky Lodge Backpackers Dusky Lodge - Hostel Kaikoura Dusky Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Dusky Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kaikoura ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Dusky Lodge - Hostel have a pool? > Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Dusky Lodge - Hostel? > As of Nov 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dusky Lodge - Hostel on Dec 3, 2025 start from CA $75.35, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Dusky-Lodge.h13271116.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Dusky Lodge - Hostel pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of NZD 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Dusky Lodge - Hostel? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Dusky Lodge - Hostel? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Where is Dusky Lodge - Hostel located? > Situated in the mountains, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Kaikoura Museum, Kaikoura District Museum, and Kaikoura Beach. Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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