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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. Amazing stay! Staff, design, care, comfy beds, movie choice, spaces, kitchen — everything is just how it should be for a joyful life :)

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9.2
Wonderful
876 reviews
Price from
$29
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. One of the best hostels I've stayed in. The owner is super nice and helpful, and even sometimes leaves baked goods for the guests! The kitchen is clean and orderly (it even has a dishwasher!), the lounge is very cozy and comfortable. The room had its own bathroom with shower, and towels and shower products were provided. Very social and good atmosphere among the guests. Highly recommend!

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9.5
Exceptional
501 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 " We loved the feeling of being in the middle of the forest on our balcony. The hosts are so lovely and helpful! This is a unique property that provided us with a totally different experience from motels, and apartments. We were definitely surrounded by nature.

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9.1
Wonderful
311 reviews
Price from
$73
per night

Rata Lodge Accommodation

Otira

All units in the hostel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower, rooms at Rata Lodge Accommodation also provide guests with free WiFi, while selected rooms have a mountain view. The entirety Lodge is so lovely and clean! I had to leave as as soon as I had sickness but wish could have stayed 😢 The people in the Lodge are very kind and thoughtful. This is the place where you should sleep over in Arthur's national Park!

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9.3
Wonderful
271 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. Clean, bright, well equipped. The people were super friendly and helpful

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9.2
Wonderful
111 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. Extremely helpful and friendly staff. The facilities were amazing!! This is the very first time we found out that there is a cinema in a backpacker.

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9.2
Wonderful
345 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. All good. Nothing to complain.

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9
Wonderful
720 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. Kitchen - all you need to cook and even store the food (cling wrap, foil), lots of space. Cozy shared lounge Clean toilets and shower Сool hostess

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9.4
Wonderful
231 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. Great accommodation! Everything was excellent! Loved the sauna and pool! The art work and style that this accommodation has is something really unique which really makes it stand out! And the service was a real 10/10!

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9.3
Wonderful
848 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. The view from the room, and the lovely well maintained communal areas with great views.

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8.7
Excellent
2,795 reviews
Price from
$54
per night

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