Dusky Lodge

很好的住宿，方便乾淨又好停車，很喜歡。

On March 1, 2024, I checked into Dusky Lodge for a three-night stay. On the second day, I noticed some minor bite marks on my leg, which I dismissed as insect or mosquito bites. The following day, more marks appeared on my arm, which struck me as unusual, but I didn't dwell on them. Upon checking out early on the fourth day at 8 a.m., I discovered more bite marks on both arms. Unfortunately, there was no one at the front desk to provide feedback as our transportation was early. After arriving in Wellington, the bite marks became more pronounced. Concerned, I visited a doctor who diagnosed them as severe bed bug bites. Reflecting on my stay, it seems likely that the hostel's management was aware of the bed bug infestation, as I observed a few adjacent rooms being gutted and aired with carpets replaced during our stay. I'm particularly concerned for a family with an infant who stayed next to us, hoping they weren't similarly affected. For those who have stayed in the Minke room, I urge caution and recommend checking for any signs of bed bug bites. I have already contacted Dusky Lodge, providing them with pictures of the bites, but have yet to receive a response.

We came as a couple for a few nights and had a terrible experience. The bathrooms were disgusting and when we complained, staff didn't seem bothered and they weren't cleaned got a few days. Our room was ok but there was a word smell whenever I opened the window there was a strange smell, to which on the lost day I realised was because of the curtains. This place is probably fine for backpackers but not for couples or families with kids, as it gets very noisy. One night the fire alarm went off and we had to wait outside for ages. No communication from staff at all

Despite being quite a spacious hostel, the facilities were poorly maintained. The bathrooms in the larger dorms had mould on the shower curtains, and were dirty. Insufficient plug sockets, not enough toilet paper and overall should be improved.