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Next weekend
23 Oct - 25 Oct
In two weeks
30 Oct - 1 Nov
In one month
13 Nov - 15 Nov
In two months
11 Dec - 13 Dec

Our top choices for Top of the South hostels

A night scene with two chairs on a wooden deck under a starry sky.

1. 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$149
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Eden's Edge Lodge
A wooden cabin with a porch, a hammock, and a picnic table.

2. 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
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Barn Cabins & Camp
A large, white, two-story house with a grey roof, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

3. 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
14 Nov - 15 Nov
The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
A pathway leading through a garden with a red mailbox labeled 'NO CIRCULARS' and the number '10'.

4. Tasman Bay Backpackers

Tasman Bay Backpackers
2.0 star property
The Wood
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (150 reviews)
"I'm a mature, touring motorcyclist. First time in shared accommodation. Good experience. Prices for all types of accom options looked very reasonable. Owners and staff at the premises were outstanding. For that reason, all the guests appeared happy and were sharing that vibe. Booking was easy. Woop woop Expedia"
Australia
Mark
The price is NZ$83
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Tasman Bay Backpackers
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a freezer, and a sign indicating kitchen cleaning times.

5. YHA Nelson - Backpackers

YHA Nelson - Backpackers
2.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (108 reviews)
"Very well-managed, clean, efficient, and welcoming hostel!"
United States
Corey
The price is NZ$109
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
YHA Nelson - Backpackers
A bed with a swan-shaped pillow and a swan-shaped blanket.

6. 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
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Atlantis Backpackers
A neatly made bed with a white and brown blanket, two pillows, and a rolled white towel. A painting of a beach scene is on the wall, and a window with curtains is visible.

7. Happy Apple Backpackers

Happy Apple Backpackers
2.0 star property
Motueka
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (71 reviews)
"Good for stay"
Australia
Harwinder
The price is NZ$105
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Happy Apple Backpackers
A balcony with a glass railing, a chair, and a table.

8. Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
2.0 star property
Picton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (229 reviews)
"Nice place to stay. We weren't there for long, only a night, but the staff seemed friendly and the room was nice"
United Kingdom
Darren
The price is NZ$83
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
A lobby with a red sofa, black armchairs, a coffee table, and a desk with a computer.

9. Downtown Backpackers

Downtown Backpackers
2.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
6.0 out of 10, (69 reviews)
"Decent cheap inner city accommodation. "
Australia
Jamie
The price is NZ$88
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Downtown Backpackers
A wooden hot tub on a wooden deck with a view of a house and mountains in the background.

10. Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers
2.0 star property
Picton
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (385 reviews)
"Great communication before my stay, as I was arriving late. Instructions were left, and there were signs up the next morning allowing me to leave happily. I would stay again."
New Zealand
Chantal Nik
The price is NZ$59
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers
A building with a sign reading "TREK GLOBAL BACKPACKER."

11. Trek Global Backpackers

Trek Global Backpackers
4.0 star property
Te Aro
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (285 reviews)
"Staff young and very helpful My room was always clean when i got back from my day Kitchen was close to my room Thankyou for a great stay"
Australia
Christine
The price is NZ$58
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Trek Global Backpackers
A modern kitchen with a marble island, wooden cabinets, and a backsplash.

12. The Marion Hostel

The Marion Hostel
2.0 star property
Te Aro
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (76 reviews)
"Great hostel !"
France
Florian
The price is NZ$108
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
The Marion Hostel
A restaurant with wooden beams and hanging paper lanterns. Tables are arranged with chairs, and people are dining.

13. The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers

The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers
2.0 star property
Te Aro
7.8 out of 10, Good, (915 reviews)
"Good spot room was adequate for age of hotel"
Australia
Sandra
The price is NZ$104
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

14. Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers

Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
2.0 star property
Pipitea
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice staff when I arrived quite late for my first visit, but they helped me to sort out things effectively."
Australia
Yijing
The price is NZ$63
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Hotel Waterloo & Backpackers
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a city view.

15. Haka House Wellington

Haka House Wellington
5.0 star property
Te Aro
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (509 reviews)
"Great place to stay, close to everything in the cbd. Really economical with great facilities."
Australia
Honor
The price is NZ$85
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Haka House Wellington
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Top Top of the South Hotel Reviews

Kimi Ora Eco Resort

Kimi Ora Eco Resort

10/10 Excellent
"A great and cozy place to stay with a wonderful view to the beach. Breakfast was delicious. Jane at the front desk made our stay very special."
Juan Diego 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Kimi Ora Eco Resort

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Top of the South Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,607
Accommodation
19 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$58
Highest Price
NZ$149