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Drifter Christchurch

Christchurch City-Centre, Christchurch

Well set in Christchurch, Drifter Christchurch provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. The accommodation offers entertainment staff and a 24-hour front desk.

À la carte and American breakfast options are available at the hostel. Beautiful room Have a lot of space for your relax Have event every day to gathering everyone Very nice bulding Very good location (near bus stop, near Riverside market, near supermarket)

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9.2
Superb
1,010 reviews
Price from
£25
per night

Rata Lodge Accommodation

Otira

Located in Otira, 12 km from Devils Punchbowl Falls, Rata Lodge Accommodation provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is around 13 km from Arthur's Pass Train Station, 14 km from Arthur's Pass National Park and 8.6 km from Temple Basin. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

All units in the hostel are equipped with a kettle. At Rata Lodge Accommodation every room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, and a patio with a mountain view. The best sleep I had the entire trip in NZ, with heated mattress and the softest pillows. The room itself is cozy and has all basic facilities and more

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9.3
Superb
281 reviews
Price from
£53
per night

Oxford Queenette Backpackers

Oxford

Set in Oxford, Oxford Queenette Backpackers features a garden, shared lounge and BBQ facilities. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

At the hostel, rooms have a balcony with a city view. At Oxford Queenette Backpackers all rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. it was such a lovely Hostel and really well looked after the owners were so nice and the kitchen was great with a oven ! having a code for the each bedroom doors felt so secure.

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9.2
Superb
117 reviews
Price from
£28
per night

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo features accommodation in Lake Tekapo. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is allergy-free and is situated 45 km from Mt. Dobson.

You can play billiards at the hostel, and the area is popular for hiking and skiing. All the facilities are very clean and perfect for guests. Love everything about the hostel and would stay here again definitely.

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8.7
Fabulous
2,869 reviews
Price from
£43
per night

LyLo Christchurch 5 stars

Christchurch

Say hi to LyLo Christchurch! Conveniently located less than a 10-minute walk from Christchurch International and Domestic Airport, LyLo is ideal for resting before or after a long journey. Free WiFi is provided and parking is available. More Convenient than other campsite

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8
Very good
6,581 reviews
Price from
£27
per night

Tailor Made Tekapo Accommodation - Hostel

Lake Tekapo

Offering a children's playground, a guest lounge and budget accommodation options, Tailor Made Tekapo Accommodation - Hostel is located in Lake Tekapo. Guests enjoy free on-site parking. Guests enjoy unlimited WiFi per day. nice and beautiful place, two minutes from the canter, very clean and the kitchen have all the staff you need to cook

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8
Very good
1,326 reviews
Price from
£140
per night

Lakes Edge Lodge

Lake Tekapo

Lakes Edge Lodge is just a 3-minute drive from Lake Tekapo town centre. A free shuttle service is available to and from Lake Tekapo bus terminal.

The hostel is a 5-minute drive from Church of the Good Shephard and a 14-minute drive from Mt John University Observatory. The staff was friendly, bathrooms were clean and the rooms, despite being a bit small, were extremely comfortable and with a very nice view of the lake. The beds were extremely comfortable.

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8.2
Very good
1,720 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

Jailhouse Accommodation 4 stars

Addington, Christchurch

Set in a refurbished 1874 building, Jailhouse Accommodation offers an on-site café and a guest lounge with a cinema projector. It is 10 minutes’ walk from Christchurch Railway Station. Guests enjoy free parking and free WiFi in public areas. Great value for money, safe and secure.

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8.1
Very good
1,448 reviews
Price from
£20
per night

Dolphin Lodge 4 stars

Kaikoura

Located in Kaikoura, 400 metres from Kaikoura Beach, Dolphin Lodge provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and massage services. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

The hostel offers a barbecue. Guests at Dolphin Lodge will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kaikoura, like hiking. The fire place, the view on the terrace, the serenity

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8.2
Very good
1,142 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

Haka House Aoraki Mt Cook 4 stars

Mount Cook Village

At Haka House Aoraki - Mt Cook, adventure and comfort merge in a warm and inviting atmosphere. With its great location which provides easy access to the must-see Tasman Glacier, and captivating surroundings of the majestic Aoraki/Mt Cook, our hostel offers a perfect blend of scenic beauty and moments of discovery. Guests can unwind in friendly shared spaces, retreat to cosy, fully equipped rooms, and even relax in the sauna. Not to mention, Haka House Aoraki - Mt Cook is situated within the International Dark Sky Reserve, for a stay filled with incredible stargazing experiences. Great experience. Lovely staff who always helped us with everything. Well equipped kitchen. Comfortable beds that don't squeak like in other hostels. The best location and there is also a sauna as a bonus.

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8.6
Fabulous
1,480 reviews
Price from
£45
per night

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