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The Funky Dodo Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel located steps from Hopkins Pier

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Comfort Double Room, Private Bathroom (Queen Room, Solar Hot Water) | View from room
Property amenity
Fridge
Check-in/check-out kiosk

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Near the beach
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Limited housekeeping
The price is $51
includes taxes & fees
$47 per night
Dec 25 - Dec 26

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Traditional Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom (Solar Hot Water) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Traditional Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom (Solar Hot Water)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
4 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Garden View, Garden Area (Solar Hot Water) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Garden View, Garden Area (Solar Hot Water)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
4 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 1000 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom (Solar Hot Water) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom (Solar Hot Water)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
4 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, Private Bathroom (Queen Room, Solar Hot Water)

Comfort Double Room, Private Bathroom (Queen Room, Solar Hot Water) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Comfort Double Room, Private Bathroom (Queen Room, Solar Hot Water)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 281 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Garden View (Solar Hot Water)

Comfort Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Garden View (Solar Hot Water) | Bathroom | Shower, towels

Comfort Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Garden View (Solar Hot Water)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 287 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
South Main Road, Hopkins, Stann Creek District

What's nearby

  • Hopkins Village Beach - 1 min walk
  • Hopkins Pier - 3 min walk
  • Anderson Lagoon - 10 min drive
  • Sittee Point - 13 min drive
  • Mayflower Bocawina National Park - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Dangriga (DGA) - 34 min drive
  • Independence and Mango Creek (INB) - 57 min drive
  • Placencia (PLJ) - 75 min drive
  • Philip S. W. Goldson Intl. Airport (BZE) - 124 min drive
  • Belize City (TZA-Belize City Municipal) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Driftwood Pizza Shack - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ella's Cool spot - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Big Dock Ceviche Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪the paddlehouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hopkins Smokey Grill - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Funky Dodo Backpackers

Enjoy your visit to Hopkins with a stay at The Funky Dodo Backpackers. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby scuba diving and snorkeling. Other features include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English, German, Polish, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 11 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • 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 time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out available
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The property charges 6 percent 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

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets allowed*
  • Food and water bowls available

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking limited
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas
  • No alcohol served onsite
  • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Bed rails

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Fan
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Deck or patio
  • Yard
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 6 percent

Pets

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

Policies

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 pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Funky Dodo Backpackers Hostel Hopkins
Funky Dodo Backpackers Hostel
Funky Dodo Backpackers Hopkins
Funky Dodo Backpackers
The Funky Dodo Backpackers Belize/Hopkins
The Funky Dodo Backpackers Hopkins
The Funky Dodo Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does The Funky Dodo Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Funky Dodo Backpackers does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Funky Dodo Backpackers?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 10 per pet, per day. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Funky Dodo Backpackers?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Funky Dodo Backpackers?
Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at The Funky Dodo Backpackers and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes spelunking and ecotours. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Does The Funky Dodo Backpackers have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a deck or patio and a yard.
What's the area around The Funky Dodo Backpackers like?
The Funky Dodo Backpackers is a short 1-minute walk from Hopkins Village Beach and 3 minutes' walk from Hopkins Pier.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

christina, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Gina, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great place and close to many restaurants, shops and travel agencies! Everything is open-air so the mosquitoes are having a feast!
Taina, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

If Primitive is what yoi seek....
No A/C in room. Did not stay after seeing room.
Kenneth, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Douglas, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Kate, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Christer, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Friendly, helpful owners.
Alan, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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 Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely place run by lovely staff and owners. Close to everything. Highly recommended.😎
George, 3-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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 .
George, 3-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The owner and staff are wonderful.
George, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Joycelyn, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Roy & Anna are AMAZING-it is family when you stay here. The ambiance, the staff, the people you meet are always AMAZING!!
Gina, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Kristen, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The beds are comfy, the staff is helpful, the grounds are clean and well cared for, and the wifi is strong enough to work remotely. Love love love the Dodo!
Jennifer, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

MARK, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Adam, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Cool hostel just a few steps from the beach. Nice little rooms and good shared bathroom facilities with large shower stalls. Lounge and kitchen area are nice and well equipped.
Stephanie, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Was clean and well worth the price Management was very friendly and had lots of helpful hints on what to do including expats in the area Enjoyed my stay
Dave, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Abdullah, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

9-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

8/10 Very Good

2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I loved the vibe here eclectic mix of people and everyone very friendly. Place was well kept I upgraded after 2 nights when I saw the private rooms on top and figured I waNted to spoil myself. Team was very helpful in figuring out the village and what’s worth to do. I would definitely return here happily.
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable beds, ample locker space, curtained bunks for privacy, personal shelf and light. Oh, and the cats!
2-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review