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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 RM211
RM230 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

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

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

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

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Exceptional
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Garden
Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

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

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Exceptional
(1 review)

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Garden
Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Garden view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Bathroom

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

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Garden
Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Garden view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

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

Highlights

Garden
Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Garden view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Hopkins, The Funky Dodo Backpackers is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Anderson Lagoon and Mayflower Bocawina National Park. Hopkins Pier and Belize Barrier Reef are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ziplining and ecotours. Visit our Hopkins travel guide
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South Main Road, Hopkins, Stann Creek District

What's nearby

  • Hopkins showing general coastal views
    Hopkins Village Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • HOPKINS, BELIZE - Apr 18, 2019: Hamanasi Adventure & Dive Resort at sunset
    Hopkins Pier
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Antelope falls in the mayflower Bocawina district of Belize has some incredible views along with a set of 3 waterfalls and two pools for swimming
    Mayflower Bocawina National Park
    26 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Maya Beach featuring tropical scenes and general coastal views
    Maya Beach
    49 min drive - 60.8 km
  • Lebeha Drumming Center
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Dangriga (DGA)
    37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ella's Cool spot
    7 min walk
  • Roast Coffeehouse
    19 min walk
  • Driftwood Pizza Shack
    6 min walk
  • Maxim’s Bar & Grill
    13 min walk
  • J & J Cool Spot
    11 min walk

About this property

The Funky Dodo Backpackers

Hostel near Hopkins Pier
Located close to Anderson Lagoon, The Funky Dodo Backpackers provides a terrace, a garden and a library. Free in-room WiFi and dry cleaning/laundry services are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage, multilingual staff and tour/ticket information
  • A water dispenser
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Blackout curtains, restaurant dining guides and guidebooks
  • Private gardens, communal kitchens and fans

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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 self 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
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 at the property

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)

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

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 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Funky Dodo Backpackers on 11 Mar 2026 start from RM211, excluding 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

The Funky Dodo Backpackers Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 46 reviews

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Cory

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

George

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

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

8/10 Good

Alan

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

10/10 Excellent

alois

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

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

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.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Mikael

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

We special and cozy hostel

We loved that place! <3 After we arrived we straight bookend third night. Could stay longer! Whole Hopkins area were nice, good restaurants and friendly helpful people 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.
Beach almost front of the hostel
Beach almost front of the hostel
Breakfast homemade
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kenneth

Disliked: Room comfort

If Primitive is what yoi seek....

No A/C in room. Did not stay after seeing room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

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

8/10 Good

David

All was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026