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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. Perfect Location, amazing view, and very lovely owner.

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9.4
Wonderful
248 reviews
Price from
$57
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. Walking distance to everything.

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8.9
Excellent
1,303 reviews
Price from
$39
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. The new common space makes everything better! I can enjoy the view of the lake and mountains while sipping a hot drink in the morning. The room is also new, too new to keep the door shut properly sometimes. All the staff are friendly and helpful as well!

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8.4
Very Good
1,738 reviews
Price from
$36
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: Nice place to stay, close to the stores and a nice view from the lake.

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8.5
Very Good
1,064 reviews
Price from
$37
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. The hostel design is very good. They have more than enough facilities. Very organized kitchen and management.

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8.2
Very Good
878 reviews
Price from
$35
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. Really nice vibes, clean and well equiped kitchen, friendly staff and comfy beds - very impressed

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8.9
Excellent
558 reviews
Price from
$35
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. Small, cozy hostel with a good location and nice people! The beds were the comfiest ever, I slept like a baby! The wooden bunks are super nice, got the top bunk and still had the best sleep. The owner is really nice. If I ever come back to Dunedin, will stay here again.

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8
Very Good
591 reviews
Price from
$23
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
130 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. The room is perfect for solo traveler to stay. It has nearly everything I needed especially window with sea view. Bathroom and toilet are sparkling. Definitely the best hostel I’ve ever stayed!

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8.8
Excellent
553 reviews
Price from
$51
per night

Mountain View Backpackers

Wanaka

Set in Wanaka, 2.2 km from Puzzling World, Mountain View Backpackers offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities. Boasting a tour desk, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi. Great, intimate hostel. Friendly staff, comfy lounge / kitchen.

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8.6
Excellent
417 reviews
Price from
$39
per night

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