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Oamaru Backpackers

Oamaru

Featuring free WiFi, Oamaru Backpackers offers budget accommodation in Oamaru. Some rooms feature views of the sea or garden.

Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony is 1.2 km from the property, while Steampunk HQ is just 450 metres away. There are shops, bars and restaurants within close walking distance from Oamaru Backpackers. All good. Nothing to complain.

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9
Wonderful
725 reviews
Price from
$33
per night

Old Bones Lodge

Oamaru

Situated in Oamaru, 35 km from Moeraki Boulders, Old Bones Lodge features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 5-star hostel offers a shared kitchen. Guests can enjoy sea views. The best value hotel in Aomaru! And you can easily get a sunrise at the sea if the weather match your itinerary. of course, there are always sunny days.

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9.4
Wonderful
231 reviews
Price from
$56
per night

Tahuna Pod Hostel

Queenstown

The property is only a short walk from many bars and restaurants in Queenstown. We have a variety of budget accommodation options including king-single and queen pods, plus a few private rooms for couples. Guests have access to shared bathroom facilities, with multiple facilities located on each floor. Everywhere was clean and the pods were comfortable. The kitchen and lounge area was very pleasant. Most notable for me was the help Alberto and Holly gave me in two crises: (1) each pod has a dedicated locker for which you provide your own padlock. My cheap combination padlock wouldn't open, despite a lot of jiggling. Alberto opened it with pliers in seconds! (2) I asked if I could leave my car in the car park for a couple of hours when I was leaving.. when I returned, it wouldn't start. Holly gave me a jump-start - encouraging me to continue after I'd convinced myself it wasn't working - which saved me a lot of hassle! So thanks both of you :)

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8.6
Excellent
1,284 reviews
Price from
$38
per night

Haka House Wanaka

Wanaka

Set against the backdrop of awe-inspiring views, Haka House Wanaka is a welcoming hostel that serves as your gateway to discovering the Southern Alps. With scenic wonders like Pembroke Park and Lake Wanaka just moments away, you'll be immersed in nature's beauty. Our contemporary facilities and well-appointed rooms strike the perfect balance between comfort and convenience, ensuring that every guest feels right at home. Nice hostel walking distance from the lake and the town, spacious comfy common area and big kitchen with everything you need. I stayed in the women’s dorm and it was really good, with private bathroom, curtains by the beds for privacy and drawers to store personal stuff (bring a locker).

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8.3
Very Good
1,604 reviews
Price from
$35
per night

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

Queenstown

Located on the lakefront in the centre of Queenstown, Absoloot Hostel Queenstown offers rooms with private bathrooms. Guests enjoy free unlimited Wi-Fi access in their rooms.

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown offers a choice of private rooms and dormitories. Every room is equipped with heating/air conditioning and security card entry: The best hostel I've ever stayed! :) I'm a solo traveler and stayed in different hostels in different countries all around the world. This one I could range as exceeded my expectations! It is located in the city centre, near the beautiful Wakatipu lake, so all attractions, shops, restaurants & bars are reachable in a few minutes. I stayed in a dormain room and shared it with other 3 guests, the most nicest thing was that the room was large with shelves and hangers to put your own stuff and we had our own shower room. Fantastic! Very large kitchen/dinning room with a spectacular view to the lake, just a good vibe to drink your coffee and enjoy the view. The staff were very kind and helpful. The hostel suggests many services including tours, usage of washing/drying machines and etc. Highly recommended!

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8.5
Very Good
1,030 reviews
Price from
$38
per night

The Brownston Hostel

Wanaka

Featuring a terrace, The Brownston Hostel is set in Wanaka in the Otago region, 2.5 km from Puzzling World and 1.9 km from The Wanaka Tree. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Amazing location, loads of free parking nearby and right in the centre of town. Huge kitchen and a few different common areas. Lovely balcony for an evening drink. We had to extend our stay as the road to Franz Josef was closed and it was no problem. Actually really glad we changed our plans as we loved Wanaka

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8.2
Very Good
707 reviews
Price from
$39
per night

Adventure Wanaka Hostel

Wanaka

Set in Wanaka, 2.3 km from Puzzling World, Adventure Wanaka Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms and a garden. Offering barbecue facilities, the property is located within 1.9 km of The Wanaka Tree. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and luggage storage for guests. Greta location, friendly staff.

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8.9
Excellent
468 reviews
Price from
$34
per night

UpTown Backpackers

Dunedin City Center, Dunedin

UpTown Backpackers is well situated in Dunedin, and offers a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is around 2 km from Forsyth Barr Stadium, 200 metres from The Octagon and 600 metres from Dunedin Railway Station. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests. Us four girls stayed in a dorm of 4 and the beds were so comfy, the duvets were fluffy and the pillows were comfy. Forgot our towels but they were only $2 to hire and staff we really friendly! 100% would stay here again as great value for money, great location and quiet considering we were right in the centre.

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8
Very Good
557 reviews
Price from
$18
per night

Travel Stay City Hostel

Dunedin

Set in Dunedin, 1.2 km from Taieri Gorge Railway, Travel Stay City Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.3 km from Toitu Otago Settlers Museum. Very cozy and nice place, stayed for Christmas and absolutely loved it. Quiet place but short walk to city center. Staff was very friendly. Nice and tidy kitchen, common room and bathrooms. The room itself was also very comfortable. Not very soundproof but didn’t bother me. Would definitely stay again!

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8.9
Excellent
113 reviews
Price from
$50
per night

Work Stay at 123

Dunedin

Located in Dunedin, 1.2 km from Taieri Gorge Railway, Work Stay at 123 provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. The property is situated 2.2 km from Forsyth Barr Stadium, 1.2 km from Dunedin Railway Station and less than 1 km from St. Paul's Cathedral. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

Popular points of interest near the hostel include Toitu Otago Settlers Museum, Otago Museum and The Octagon. Dunedin Airport is 27 km away. Everything you need and more for a very pleasant stay

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8.7
Excellent
503 reviews
Price from
$52
per night

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