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Featured Hostels in New Zealand

Pinewood Lodge

Pinewood Lodge

2 out of 5
48 Hamilton Road, Queenstown
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$68 per night from 29 Oct. to 29 Oct.
Situated in the mountains, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of CaddyShack City Mini Golf, Kiwi and Birdlife Park and Toi o Tahuna. Queenstown Mall and ...
3.7/5 Good! (294 reviews)
"Good overall for price"

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2021

Pinewood Lodge
Jucy Snooze Christchurch

Jucy Snooze Christchurch

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road, Burnside, Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$131 per night from 28 Oct. to 28 Oct.
Located in Christchurch Airport, this eco-friendly hostel is within a 15-minute walk of International Antarctic Centre and Russley Golf Club. Omarino Wine Park ...
4/5 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Clean rooms, Rooms are much smaller than they appear in the photo's but still suitable for an overnight stay."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2021

Jucy Snooze Christchurch
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

4 out of 5
5-11 Church Street, Queenstown
Located in Queenstown City Centre, this eco-friendly hostel is steps away from Church of St Peters, Queenstown Mall and Williams Cottage. Queenstown Arts Centre ...
4/5 Very Good! (568 reviews)
"Upon arriving the lobby area looks quite inviting. It has couches to relax while you wait to check-in. Like every accomodation there are good things, and things that can be improved on. Free complimentary wi-fi was a very useful incentive, as was the nice interiors and room, and it was always warm ..."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2021

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Dusky Lodge

Dusky Lodge

2 out of 5
67 Beach Road, Kaikoura
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$90 per night from 26 Oct. to 26 Oct.
Situated in the mountains, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura Beach. Peninsula Walkway and Mount Fyffe are also within 9 mi (15 ...
3.9/5 Very Good! (121 reviews)
"It was convenient and clean"

Reviewed on 29 Sep. 2021

Dusky Lodge
The Barn Cabins & Camping

The Barn Cabins & Camping

2 out of 5
14 Harvey Road, RD 2, Marahau
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$69 per night from 26 Oct. to 26 Oct.
Offering direct access to the beach, this Marahau hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Abel Tasman Coast Track and Marahau Beach. Kaiteriteri Beach and Kaiteriteri ...
4.3/5 Excellent! (48 reviews)
"Fantastic place with Great Walk entrance right next door and also somewhere to relax and enjoy life. Totally recommend."

Reviewed on 11 Apr. 2021

The Barn Cabins & Camping
Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

2 out of 5
3a Nelson Square, Picton
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$66 per night from 26 Oct. to 26 Oct.
Situated in Picton, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Picton Museum and Picton Harbour. Picton Ferry Terminal and Mabel Island are also within 3 mi (5 ...
4.3/5 Excellent! (196 reviews)
"Friendly staff, Spacious kitchen, clean and spacious dorm rooms with excellent shower pressure and water temperature, basically couldn’t ask for anything better! I enjoyed meeting the other guests and was very comfortable being a woman travelling solo. I extended my stay because it was such a comfortable ..."

Reviewed on 30 Sep. 2021

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers (formerly Downtown Backpackers)

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers (formerly Downtown Backpackers)

2 out of 5
1 Bunny Street Wellington Cbd, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$57 per night from 27 Oct. to 27 Oct.
Located in Pipitea, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Wellington Central Business District, Wellington Waterfront and Lambton Quay. Old Government Buildings ...
3.8/5 Good! (753 reviews)
"Friendly staff assistance, situated close to CBD & Waterfront. Comfortable room."

Reviewed on 17 Oct. 2021

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers (formerly Downtown Backpackers)
Hotel Give

Hotel Give

5 out of 5
12 Hereford Street, Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$99 per night from 26 Oct. to 26 Oct.
Located in Christchurch City Centre, this hostel is steps away from Canterbury Museum and The Arts Centre. Christchurch Art Gallery and Bridge of Remembrance ...
3.9/5 Good! (715 reviews)
"Excellent value and location."

Reviewed on 18 Oct. 2021

Hotel Give
Lodge in the City - Hostel

Lodge in the City - Hostel

1 out of 5
152 Taranaki Street, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$58 per night from 26 Oct. to 26 Oct.
Located in Te Aro, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Wellington Central Business District and New Zealand Film Archive. National War Memorial and The ...
2.8/5 (481 reviews)
"Interesting place with a unique smell! For the price it was good and would probably stay again. Great location. Needs repair and a good scrubbing!"

Reviewed on 18 Jan. 2021

Lodge in the City - Hostel
Centabay Lodge

Centabay Lodge

2 out of 5
27 Selwyn Road, Paihia, Bay of Island
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$79 per night from 26 Oct. to 26 Oct.
Situated near the beach, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Paihia Wharf and Paihia Beach. Waitangi Treaty Grounds and Waitangi Golf Club are also within ...
3.9/5 Very Good! (55 reviews)
"Friendly staff, eager to help if needs arose. Rooms are warm and clean. A fridge and TV in our room. Big kitchen area. Washing machine and dryer. Undercover washing line. Everything you need at this lodge really."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2021

Centabay Lodge
Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

2 out of 5
16 GRAVESEND PLACE, Picton
The price is NZ$85 per night from 26 Oct. to 26 Oct.
Situated in Picton, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Waitohi Recreational Reserve, Nelson Square and Picton Museum. Picton Foreshore and EcoWorld Aquarium ...
4.5/5 Wonderful! (81 reviews)
"I had a fantastic x2 nights with my 12yr old daughter. We enjoyed the free bikes to bike around beautiful Picton.Lovely hot spa after. Its so worth having a look around and spending a couple of night to see what Picton has to offer. A fantastic place to stay."

Reviewed on 14 Oct. 2021

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
YHA Auckland International - Hostel

YHA Auckland International - Hostel

2 out of 5
5 Turner Street, Auckland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$75 per night from 3 Nov. to 3 Nov.
Located in Newton, this eco-friendly hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Sky Tower and SkyCity Casino. Auckland Ferry Terminal and Princes Wharf are also within ...
4/5 Very Good! (167 reviews)
"It.s accessabilty to all services. Large space for dining and excellent kitchen facilities. Lift is a little shaky Excellent reception staff"

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2021

YHA Auckland International - Hostel
YHA Wanaka - Hostel

YHA Wanaka - Hostel

4 out of 5
94 Brownston Street, Wanaka
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$100 per night from 26 Oct. to 26 Oct.
Situated in Wanaka, this eco-friendly hostel is steps away from Pembroke Park and Picture Lounge. Gallery Thirty Three and Lake Wanaka are also within 10 ...
4.3/5 Excellent! (147 reviews)
"kind staff，very satisfied，"

Reviewed on 8 May 2021

YHA Wanaka - Hostel
Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua

2 out of 5
1140 Hinemoa Street, Rotorua
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$60 per night from 26 Oct. to 26 Oct.
Situated in Rotorua, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Eat Street, Kuirau Park and Rotorua Night Market. Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre and Sir Howard ...
4/5 Very Good! (138 reviews)
"It was our first time ever staying in backpackers facility, however we weren't expecting 5 star, but it was okay. The only thing that we didn't like were the noise coming from the other rooms. Perhaps sound proof walls could accomodate this."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2021

Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua
The Cambridge Hotel

The Cambridge Hotel

2 out of 5
28 Cambridge Terrace, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$88 per night from 14 Nov. to 14 Nov.
Located in Te Aro, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Embassy Theatre and Courtenay Place. St James Theatre and Waitangi Park are also within 10 minutes. ...
3.9/5 Good! (751 reviews)
"It was close to town"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2021

The Cambridge Hotel
YHA Wellington City - Hostel

YHA Wellington City - Hostel

5 out of 5
292 Wakefield St, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$107 per night from 26 Oct. to 26 Oct.
Located in Te Aro, this eco-friendly hostel is steps away from Wellington Central Business District, Wellington Waterfront and Embassy Theatre. Oriental Parade ...
4.4/5 Excellent! (297 reviews)
"Central location."

Reviewed on 12 Oct. 2021

YHA Wellington City - Hostel
Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

4 out of 5
862 Kinloch Road, Kinloch
The price is NZ$110 per night from 26 Oct. to 26 Oct.
Situated on the waterfront, this eco-friendly hostel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Lake Wakatipu and 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Routeburn Shelter.
4/5 Very Good! (71 reviews)
"Comfortable stay at Kinloch Lodge in a 4 person dorm. Had a nice kitchen and lounge. Good wifi. There is a restaurant at the lodge however really not much else in Kinloch from what I could tell. It is however a budget location close to a lot of hiking if you don't want to camp."

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2020

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
Snowman Lodge

Snowman Lodge

2 out of 5
68 Clyde St, Ohakune, Manawatu-Wanganui
The price is NZ$85 per night from 26 Oct. to 26 Oct.
Situated in Ohakune, this hostel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and within 3 miles (5 km) of Mountain Bike Station and Tongariro ...
4.3/5 Excellent! (16 reviews)
"Good quality sheets, comfortable room, clean facilities,lovely massage, nice spa & staff helpful. Only draw back was, maybe the spa could have been a little cleaner, could feel dead skin while sitting in the spa."

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2021

Snowman Lodge
On Top Apartments & Hostel/Backpackers

On Top Apartments & Hostel/Backpackers

4 out of 5
12 Filleul Street, Dunedin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$58 per night from 26 Oct. to 26 Oct.
Located in Dunedin City Centre, this hostel is steps away from Dunedin Town Hall, Fortune Theatre and St. Paul's Cathedral. The Octagon and Dunedin Public Art ...
4.1/5 Very Good! (170 reviews)
"Newly furnished, clean, quiet and close to city centre. However, some basic amenities are missing. No kettle or cups. The shared kitchen is in a different building which is inconvenient."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2021

On Top Apartments & Hostel/Backpackers
Based by the Lake

Based by the Lake

2 out of 5
7 Tuwharetoa Street, Taupo, North Island
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$100 per night from 26 Oct. to 26 Oct.
Located in the heart of Taupo, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Lake Taupo. Taupo Museum and Art Gallery ...
3.6/5 Good! (16 reviews)
"Loved the location. Our room was clean and tidy just what we needed for an overnight stay. Customer service was great, very friendly. Would stay there again"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2021

Based by the Lake
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