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The Cozy Kiwi

15 - 31 Wellesley Street, Level 5, Auckland Central, New Zealand (Formerly Conor's Top Floor Hostel)
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Marne-la-Vallee, France
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013

It was a really nice surprise to discover that the hostel was just around the corner from the bus stop (intercity)! Hardly found the entrance and then quite exciting to find the way up through the old fashioned elevator (I like those elevators though!) up to the reception. Very friendly staff welcomed me and showed me a spacious room with... More

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Vancouver, Canada
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2013

This place was an unexpected disaster. We arrived late at night after a 7.5 hour bus ride. We didn't want to go to a pace like nomads or base, and thought the cozy kiwi would in fact be cozy. we got on an ancient elevator that only worked when you slammed both the cage door and sliding door. like i... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed March 2, 2013

I start to travel 3 years ago and I've been in so many backpackers but that one was one of the worst. People make noise until 3-4 am and the staff doesn't care, it's dirty, the toilet was block and the shower full of empty bottles. It's not a good place to stay.

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Wellington, New Zealand
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed December 27, 2012

Not a very commendable place to stay if you like cleanliness, was quite dirty. Great shower, but filthy cubicles. Bed was comfortable enough but the room 'with window' (frosted glass nowhere near the outside world) was stuffy. Friendly staff, but highly inebriated (I did get there late though!). Cheapest per dollar, but not best value for money for sure.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 2, 2012

Amazing hostal!! Was there for a year with my 2 mates. And enjoyed everyday of it. Awesome place to work too :-D. Great family feel to the place. Meet so many new and amazing people too. Cant wait to return next year. See u soon wendy!!

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Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 11, 2012

I will continue to extend my stay here, it is a clean, friendly, Cozy hostel that is great for the budget traveller. The staff assist to make sure as best they can, that your needs are met. They have a great sized balcony and kitchen as well as a social area.

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London, United Kingdom
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed July 17, 2012

I don't review that often after staying in hostels, but the Cozy Kiwi was so bad, I really had to warn other backpackers about it!! I stayed here for one night at the end of my NZ trip, it was the cheapest around and lacking money, myself and 2 others decided on staying here. I would have rather not eaten... More

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Cozy K, Manager at The Cozy Kiwi, responded to this review
August 27, 2012

I am sorry to hear your stay was uncomfortable. I wish to point out that we understood there was a water problem which in no way was under our control and we did inform every guest on check-in and guests staying here at that time had been informed and were kept updated to the situation. Regarding the dishes, this was... More

Cardiff, United Kingdom
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed July 4, 2012

and that was just the staff, not the nicest hostel I've stayed in, was ok, a bit dirty and the staff were not the most friendly characters ever!

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
2 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed June 20, 2012

Bacpacker for young people who like clubbing and night life,if you like quiet hostels,thats not for you!!Also they don't want kiwi backpacker there but I met there some old kiwis who just got from prison etc,so don't know about safety there,sometimes there are partys till 5 am so you don't have to get some sleep when you are going to... More

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Cozy K, Manager at The Cozy Kiwi, responded to this review
June 20, 2012

Sorry your stay was not to your satisfaction, I do find one of the faults with guests is they do not bring this to management attention and it cannot be dealt with. I have 3 hardworking kiwis who stay here and are only around in the evening as they have full time work. They have never been a worry to... More

Manchester, UK
2 reviews
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed June 16, 2012

Stayed in this hostel recently for 2 nights whilst passing through Auckland - it is horrible!! The matress is a thin layer of sponge making the bed totally uncomfortable, the clientele are noisy until 4am, the bed had hairs on the sheet, there was a dog running around and the bathroom looked like the scene from Trainspotting!! On a good... More

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The Cozy Kiwi Auckland, New Zealand
Address: 15 - 31 Wellesley Street, Level 5, Auckland Central, New Zealand (Formerly Conor's Top Floor Hostel)
Region: New Zealand > North Island > Auckland Region > Auckland Central
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Ranked #57 of 71 Specialty lodging in Auckland Central
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This is a simple, clean backpackers that looks forward to helping you in every way possible during your stay, should it be long term or short term. ... more   less 
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