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Drifter Christchurch

Christchurch City Center, 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. Perfect location: next to bus interchange and supermarket, 10min to riverside Facilities: public areas are awesome Room: ensuite bathroom, clean and tidy Check-in: self checkin is fast

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9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
Price from
$30
per night

Southern Comfort

Invercargill

Located in Invercargill, Southern Comfort features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.5 km from Rugby Park Stadium.

Guests at the hostel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Invercargill, like cycling. Nice place in Invercargill for backpacking, I recommend

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9.5
Exceptional
512 reviews
Price from
$25
per night

Kanuka Ridge Lodge

Marahau

Situated in Marahau, Kanuka Ridge Lodge is a short drive to the beach, the cafes, restaurants and the start of the Abel Tasman National Park. Free unlimited WiFi and private parking.

Kanuka Ridge Lodge " and Backpackers " Everything about this stay was amazing! Very nice staff, very quiet and comfy and welcomming. Great kitchen with a lot of Equipment and even spices and oil!

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9.1
Wonderful
310 reviews
Price from
$67
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. Loved the experience! The owners are very kind and helpful, they explained everything and the place had everything I needed. WiFi was good as well, which was a plus considering how remote the place is.

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9.3
Wonderful
278 reviews
Price from
$64
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. Hostess and staff were amazingly friendly and accommodating. 10/10 will recommend ti friends and family

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9.2
Wonderful
116 reviews
Price from
$34
per night

Adventure Inn Marahau

Marahau

Set in Marahau, 300 metres from Marahau Beach, Adventure Inn Marahau offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities. The accommodation features evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

At the hostel, all rooms have air conditioning and a shared bathroom. 10 minutes from the abel tasman start.

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9.2
Wonderful
359 reviews
Price from
$28
per night

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. The place was really nice. It was pretty snall so it felt homie and comfortable. The rooms were beatiful and the sleeping beds were comfortable and felt private. Also loved the garden outside.

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9
Wonderful
732 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. We loved the huge communal area. The kitchen was spotless and well equipped. The room was also comfortable. A great location close to town, coast and penguins!

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9.4
Wonderful
239 reviews
Price from
$56
per night

Global Village Travellers Lodge

Greymouth

Global Village Travellers Lodge has free bikes, fitness centre, a garden and shared lounge in Greymouth. Located around 1.6 km from Greymouth Railway Station, the hostel is also 43 km away from Punakaiki Scenic Attraction. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are available. The decor, the beds, the lounge. The staff was amazing, everything was clean.

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9.3
Wonderful
859 reviews
Price from
$24
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. Staff are friendly and efficient. In the end, we stayed in a double room with a private bathroom, and it was fantastic. The room was clean, cozy, and well-equipped. Beds are comfortable. The common area was absolutely beautiful, and the kitchen and dining area were organized and spacious. Plus, it’s in the best location in town

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8.7
Excellent
2,860 reviews
Price from
$58
per night

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