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Our top choices for South Island hostels

A modern room with large windows offering a view of a lake and mountains. There are two sofas and a wicker chair.

1. Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (453 reviews)
"Lovely hostel in the middle of Tekapo with stunning views of the lake. Clean room, very comfortable and convenient."
United Kingdom
Katie
The price is NZ$317
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Haka House Lake Tekapo
A building with a glass door, wooden shutters, and a covered outdoor seating area with picnic tables.

2. Lakes Edge Lodge

Lakes Edge Lodge
1.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (39 reviews)
"Clean room and great location,"
Australia
Marites
The price is NZ$112
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Lakes Edge Lodge
A terrace with wooden tables and benches, a view of mountains, and a body of water in the distance.

3. Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
4.0 star property
Kinloch
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (153 reviews)
"Beautiful location, clean comfortable room, great food and friendly and welcoming staff"
Australia
Patricia
The price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
A wooden cabin with a porch, a hammock, and a picnic table.

4. The Barn Cabins & Camp

The Barn Cabins & Camp
2.0 star property
Marahau
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (183 reviews)
"It was a very nice stay"
Australia
Torin
The price is NZ$95
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
The Barn Cabins & Camp
A bed with a swan-shaped pillow and a swan-shaped blanket.

5. Atlantis Backpackers

Atlantis Backpackers
2.0 star property
Picton
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Very sweet place."
Australia
Yu Chen
The price is NZ$66
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Atlantis Backpackers
A hotel room with a large bed, floral bedspread, a view of greenery outside, and a window with curtains.

6. Gladstone Grand Hotel

Gladstone Grand Hotel
2.0 star property
Fairlie
5.4 out of 10, (64 reviews)
"Basic accommodation but good for the price."
Australia
Brig
The price is NZ$100
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Gladstone Grand Hotel
A golf course with a flag, a person standing, and another person sitting on the grass.

7. Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel

Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel
2.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (160 reviews)
"Convenient location to the main downtown area in Lake Tekapo. Otherwise, not too much room and bathroom was pretty small. Just another place to sleep for the night."
United States
Allison
The price is NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel
A night scene with two chairs on a wooden deck under a starry sky.

8. Eden's Edge Lodge

Eden's Edge Lodge
5.0 star property
Riwaka
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (168 reviews)
"Really nice Lodge with breakfast included. Very quiet location where you get a good night sleep. Big, well maintained garden where you can spend time reading a book or just relax. Clean rooms, parking is free, staff was welcoming and helpful finding a good restaurant for dinner. Would book again when in the area."
Canada
Alexandra
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Eden's Edge Lodge
A wooden interior with a table and chairs, a view of a mountain, and a sign with text.

9. LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (770 reviews)
"Good stay"
United States
Ryan
The price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
LyLo Queenstown
A balcony with a view of a street, stone wall, and a row of chairs.

10. Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (778 reviews)
"Amazing place"
Australia
Amanpreet
The price is NZ$132
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
A wooden cabin room with a bed, a desk, and a mirror.

11. Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook

Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
4.5 star property
Mount Cook
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (114 reviews)
"Great hostel! Very clean, comfortable, convenient location, friendly staff and incredible views. A great base for staying in Mt Cook."
United Kingdom
Katie
The price is NZ$423
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
An outdoor patio area with a grill and a sink.

12. Te Anau Central Backpackers

Te Anau Central Backpackers
2.0 star property
Te Anau
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (33 reviews)
"Lovely staff, wonderful room for a family."
Australia
Jacqui
The price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Te Anau Central Backpackers
A train station with a luggage storage area, a ticket counter, and a computer displaying Google.

13. Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel
2.0 star property
Addington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (377 reviews)
"Second time staying here, excellent as always."
United Kingdom
Caoilte
The price is NZ$87
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel
A modern interior with a view of a lake and mountains. It includes a bar area with stools and a kitchen counter.

14. Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (176 reviews)
"Great central location, the shared kitchens is well equiped."
Australia
Carolina
The price is NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
A large, white, two-story house with a grey roof, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

15. The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
2.0 star property
Motueka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (132 reviews)
"Great spot for our overnight stay. Easy walk to restaurants & supermarket"
New Zealand
Brent
The price is NZ$84
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
A room with a sloped ceiling, large windows, a leather sofa, and a wooden table.

16. Snow Denn Lodge

Snow Denn Lodge
2.0 star property
Methven
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (64 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay over for a few days right in the middle of Methven."
Australia
Nigel
The price is NZ$94
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Snow Denn Lodge
A stone staircase surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden fence.

17. The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers

The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (128 reviews)
"well maintained, centrally located, front desk did an excellent job "
Australia
Sergio
The price is NZ$139
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

18. The Duke Hostel

The Duke Hostel
2.0 star property
Greymouth
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (83 reviews)
"Nice place, clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The welcome was warm and friendly."
New Zealand
Marlene
The price is NZ$71
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
The Duke Hostel
A group of people dining at a buffet with various dishes displayed in bowls.

19. LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Really convenient as close to shops and airport"
Australia
julie alice marie-helene louise
The price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
LyLo Christchurch Airport
A wooden building with a brick patio, outdoor seating, and a grill area.

20. Hanmer Backpackers

Hanmer Backpackers
2.0 star property
Hanmer Springs
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (99 reviews)
"The place is great!"
United States
Louis
The price is NZ$102
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hanmer Backpackers
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"I’ve booked this place a few times during my stay in Queenstown. Apartment is always clean, staff is friendly and helpful. My room had a big smart TV on an adjustable arm which is a bonus. I love the location, everything is a few minutes drive away."
Alice 7-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

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South Island Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,487
Accommodation
46 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$66
Highest Price
NZ$423