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The Funky Dodo Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, steps from Hopkins Pier

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$77
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept

Explore the area

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South Main Road, Hopkins, Stann Creek District
  • Hopkins Village Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Hopkins Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Anderson Lagoon
  • Placencia (PLJ)
    ‪86 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Traditional Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom (Solar Hot Water)

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fan
Blackout curtains
4 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

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

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

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fan
Blackout curtains
4 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 93 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom (Solar Hot Water)

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

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

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fan
Blackout curtains
4 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 17 sq m
  • 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)

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

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 26 sq m
  • 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

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

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the area

Hopkins

At The Funky Dodo Backpackers, you'll be 0.2 km (0.1 mi) from Hopkins Pier and 5.9 km (3.7 mi) from Anderson Lagoon. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a terrace. Other amenities include laundry facilities and a fridge in a common area. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Hopkins hostel include Mayflower Bocawina National Park and Marie Sharp's Factory.
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What's nearby

  • Hopkins Village Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hopkins Pier - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sittee Point - 16 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Gulisi Garifuna Museum - 34 min drive - 36.3 km
  • Pen Cayetano Studio Gallery - 34 min drive - 36.3 km

Getting around

  • Dangriga (DGA) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ella's Cool spot - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tugusina Gariguna - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Thongs Beach Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hopkins Smokey Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Driftwood Pizza Shack - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Funky Dodo Backpackers

Hostel with free parking, steps from Hopkins Pier
As a guest of The Funky Dodo Backpackers, you'll find a library, a terrace, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Funky Dodo Backpackers also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Hopkins hostel.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
The Funky Dodo Backpackers offers 11 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature shared/communal kitchens and fans. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a shower. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Fan
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Window screens

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per pet, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • There is limited hot water on site.
  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Up to 2 children aged 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at The Funky Dodo Backpackers.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Funky Dodo Backpackers?

The Funky Dodo Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 10 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Funky Dodo Backpackers on 11 Sept 2025 start from AU$76.98, 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.

Is parking available at The Funky Dodo Backpackers?

Yep, The Funky Dodo Backpackers has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Funky Dodo Backpackers?

Yep, The Funky Dodo Backpackers is a short 1-minute walk from Hopkins Village Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and fishing. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Funky Dodo Backpackers?

No, The Funky Dodo Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Funky Dodo Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 6:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Funky Dodo Backpackers?

Furry friends are welcome at The Funky Dodo Backpackers, with food and water bowls on offer.