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Our top choices for Canterbury hostels

Exterior

1. Lakes Edge Lodge

Lakes Edge Lodge
1.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (27 reviews)
"Great location on the lake front"
Australia
Justin
The price is NZ$111
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Lakes Edge Lodge
Lounge

2. Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (434 reviews)
"Close to the Night Sky Project and great view of the lake."
United States
Steven
The price is NZ$274
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Shared kitchen facilities

3. LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Awesome hostel"
Australia
Rebecca
The price is NZ$113
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
LyLo Christchurch Airport
Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)

4. Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook

Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
4.5 star property
Mount Cook
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (112 reviews)
"One of the best, if not the best, hostels I’ve ever stayed in. Extremely clean, lovely amenities, and wow the view. Fantastic."
United States
Allie
The price is NZ$428
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
Exterior

5. Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel

Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel
2.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (155 reviews)
"Lovely staff and a really neat property with all the animals. "
New Zealand
Rachel
The price is NZ$137
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel
Reception

6. Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel
2.0 star property
Addington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (374 reviews)
"Second time staying here, excellent as always."
United Kingdom
Caoilte
The price is NZ$67
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel
Lobby lounge

7. Haka House Christchurch

Haka House Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (97 reviews)
"I have stayed in many hostels and I found this one was excellent!"
Australia
Alison
The price is NZ$84
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Haka House Christchurch
Interior

8. 85 on Bealey

85 on Bealey
Christchurch City Centre
6.8 out of 10, (43 reviews)
"Awesome, easy to check in, comfy bed. Loved it. I am 100% booking again for next year xx"
Australia
Liana
The price is NZ$70
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
85 on Bealey
Living area

9. Snow Denn Lodge

Snow Denn Lodge
2.0 star property
Methven
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (60 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay over for a few days right in the middle of Methven."
Australia
Nigel
The price is NZ$109
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Snow Denn Lodge
Outdoor dining

10. Dusky Lodge - Hostel

Dusky Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kaikoura
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (230 reviews)
"Was a great layout, everything easy to find"
Australia
Robyn
The price is NZ$44
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Dusky Lodge - Hostel
Comfort Double Room

11. The Blackhorse Hotel

The Blackhorse Hotel
1.0 star property
Hillmorton
7.4 out of 10, Good, (63 reviews)
"Good place for a short stay. Comfy bed and close to everything "
Australia
David
The price is NZ$88
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
The Blackhorse Hotel
Exterior

12. Christchurch Backpackers

Christchurch Backpackers
1.0 star property
New Brighton
6.8 out of 10, (19 reviews)
"It's a backpackers hostel with the option of private rooms too. Lots of interesting people and a great area to explore as a tourist by the sea with easy bus routes to the city too."
United Kingdom
Julian
The price is NZ$73
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Christchurch Backpackers
Exterior

13. Stay Timaru

Stay Timaru
1.0 star property
Seaview
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"Met all my needs as required so would recommend this establishment"
New Zealand
Tony
Stay Timaru
Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Park View

14. Gladstone Grand Hotel

Gladstone Grand Hotel
2.0 star property
Fairlie
5.4 out of 10, (61 reviews)
"Basic accommodation but good for the price."
Australia
Brig
The price is NZ$112
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Gladstone Grand Hotel
Hiking

15. Kaikoura Seaside Lodge

Kaikoura Seaside Lodge
2.0 star property
Kaikoura
7.2 out of 10, Good, (15 reviews)
"Great views from the room and the kitchen dining areas."
Australia
Jan
The price is NZ$82
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge
Terrace/patio

16. Forest Lodge

Forest Lodge
1.0 star property
Craigieburn Forest Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (4 reviews)
"It was in a beautiful place with a great host!"
Australia
Hudson
The price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Forest Lodge
Exterior

17. Mountain House

Mountain House
2.0 star property
Arthur's Pass National Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"Nice hostel with good kitchen space "
United Kingdom
Kenny
Mountain House
Courtyard

18. Hanmer Backpackers

Hanmer Backpackers
2.0 star property
Hanmer Springs
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (98 reviews)
"The place is great!"
United States
Louis
The price is NZ$106
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Hanmer Backpackers
Property entrance

19. Big Tree Lodge Methven - Hostel

Big Tree Lodge Methven - Hostel
2.0 star property
Methven
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (23 reviews)
"Great atmosphere "
Australia
Liam
The price is NZ$105
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Big Tree Lodge Methven - Hostel
Terrace/patio

20. Urbanz - Hostel

Urbanz - Hostel
2.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (198 reviews)
"Great location. Clean room"
Australia
Christina
Urbanz - Hostel
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Top Canterbury Hotel Reviews

Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel is a very convenient location to the terminal. Often international flights get in late like mine and I emailed the hotel in advance to let them know I was a late checkin and my room was ready and the team on hand were so friendly and helpful. The room felt fresh, the sheets were so soft. I honestly had the best sleep after my flight and didnt rush leaving because of late checkout."
Emma 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Novotel Christchurch Airport

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Canterbury Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,002
Accommodation
32 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$44
Highest Price
NZ$428

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