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The Funky Dodo Backpackers

2.0 star property
Travelers discover a tropical retreat with verdant gardens and sunny terraces, where multilingual staff helps plan adventures with ease

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The Funky Dodo Backpackers offers relaxation and a tropical vibe. Guests can enjoy the peaceful garden, lounge on the terrace, or browse the library. The helpful staff provides luggage storage and assists with organizing excursions to nearby Hopkins Pier.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$71
includes taxes & fees
2 June - 3 June
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 6 per cent for credit card payments

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per day

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 6 per cent

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
There is limited hot water on site
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is The Funky Dodo Backpackers pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 10 per pet, per day.

How much does it cost to stay at The Funky Dodo Backpackers?

As of 22 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Funky Dodo Backpackers on 2 June 2026 start from AU$71, including 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 for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Funky Dodo Backpackers?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Funky Dodo Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Funky Dodo Backpackers?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Funky Dodo Backpackers located?

Situated in Hopkins, this hostel is steps from Hopkins Pier.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 48 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Trudy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the beach, informative staff and clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, nice people, well located, clean, spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

pegaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a great place to meet other people. We had a private room and access to a shared outdoor kitchen. It was a great combination.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pierre-Olivier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. Close to the beach. Fun to meet backpackers and share with them.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved staying at the funky dodo hostel, all the staff were super kind, great location for walking around town, a short stumble to the Carribean. I would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hopkins LobsterFest

Roy & Anna are always accommodating, and friendly, and the ambiance of people from all over the world you get to meet while staying there is always an adventure!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Taina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place and close to many restaurants, shops and travel agencies! Everything is open-air so the mosquitoes are having a feast!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable option in Hopkins. Washrooms are shared which is what you pay for and coffee is complimentary, water refills are very cheap so helps reduce plastic which is great and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mikael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We loved that place!

After we arrived we straight bookend third night. Could stay longer! Whole Hopkins area were nice, good restaurants and friendly helpful people there. It’s safety to hitchhike there. Very nice people at the hostel too, nice shared areas. Easy to get to Cockscomb in the jungle to maybe see some jaguars. No AC at rooms so that’s something you need to get along without.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jolee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Mixed Bag.

Funky Dodo is an economical choice for travelers who don’t need much. The property is really lovely. It’s very close to the beach, restaurants, ATM, and grocery stores. There’s a nice courtyard to sit in. We had a private room so I can’t speak to the condition of the shared rooms. We were surprised to learn that there is no air conditioning. They did give us an extra fan. Most nights the temp was ok, but our last night it was too hot to sleep. WiFi connection was spotty. Sometimes there’s hot/warm water, sometimes not. Our biggest complaint is that we bought a bunch of Belizean chocolate bars to bring back as gifts. We put them in the communal fridge to avoid melting, wrapped in a bag with our names on it, and someone stole half of them, and put a partially eaten one back in the bag.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

RICHARD

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The premier suite with treehouse deck and view of the hoping street in La Ville.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to atay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Armando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hostel with a nice common area steps away from the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Céline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place where everything is just simple!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Hewett

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Ok place, the staff and travellers I met left something more sing in the vibe to many hostels I’ve stayed at the last while!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner and staff are wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Lacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fun place

Great hosts and a fun atmosphere. A great place to spend the night before continuing our adventures down the Belizean coast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful owners.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

HIGHLY RECOMMEND

Roy & Anna are AMAZING-it is family when you stay here. The ambiance, the staff, the people you meet are always AMAZING!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bear necessities
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's what you would expect of a backpackers hostel. Great location. Staff was very friendly and helpful. I would stay there again. Only negative was limited parking, but then again, it was a backpackers place.
Verified

8/10 Good

Ellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
This is a great place to lay your head in Hopkins at an affordable price. Staff are really helpful and knowledgeable. I stayed in a private room with shared shower. The room was adequate and a powerful fan for cooling. There was a dog in the house next door that barked incessantly in front of my window. Obviously not the fault of the hostel, but something to be aware of. I wear heavy duty earplugs when I sleep and the dogs yaps pierced right through them. All in all though, good place to stay with a friendly vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners are very helpful. It is steps to the beach and Hopkins Pier. There are a few restaurants in the area as well as an ATM, super market, and pharmacy. The cooking area is well equipped and its a friendly place with a communal atmosphere .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place run by lovely staff and owners. Close to everything. Highly recommended.😎
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022