Hostels in New Zealand

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers is conveniently located in Picton, a short walk from the Bluebridge ferry terminal and within a 15-minute walk of the Picton Railway Station and Inter Islander ferry terminal. The motel has received excellent ratings for cleanliness and location, making it a popular choice for travellers.
The motel offers a range of accommodation options, including private rooms, a self-contained apartment, and dormitory rooms. Guests can enjoy a variety of amenities, including a shared kitchen, dining area, TV room, laundry facilities, games deck, gym equipment, a spa, free Wi-Fi, parking, bike hire, and luggage storage.

Atlantis Backpackers, a budget-friendly hostel, is situated within a 10-minute walk of Picton's central attractions, including the Picton Foreshore Park, Picton Port, and the Edwin Fox Museum.
This accommodation offers free Wi-Fi in public areas, complimentary self-parking, on-site laundry facilities, a common lounge, and a vending machine, with a complimentary golf amenity available as part of the Atlantis Backpackers offer.

The Boathouse Lodge offers a beachfront location in Picton, just a 2-minute walk from Picton Memorial Park Beach and 6.9 kilometres from Picton Airdrome Airport.
This hostel provides complimentary WiFi, a garden, parking, and a daily continental breakfast, with comfortable communal spaces and non-smoking rooms suitable for one guest.

Hotel Give is situated in the heart of Christchurch, just a stone's throw from the Botanical Gardens, Canterbury Museum, and Hagley Park, offering a convenient base for exploring the city. It's a 2.5-star hotel with excellent user ratings, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
The hotel provides a range of accommodation options, including self-contained apartments, private rooms, and shared rooms. Guests can enjoy amenities such as a swimming pool, terrace, garden, restaurant, bar, and fitness centre, making it a great choice for families and those looking for a relaxing and active holiday.

Haka House Wellington, an eco-certified hostel in Wellington's Te Aro district, is a 10-minute walk from the city centre and Te Papa Museum, and 3.5km from Wellington Station.
This Wellington lodging offers guests free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, bar, fitness centre, and laundry facilities, plus an arcade and common area with TV; bed linen changes are available on request.

Bridge Backpackers is conveniently located in Nelson, just a short walk from Christ Church Cathedral and Trafalgar Park, offering easy access to the town's attractions. The hostel has received very good ratings for its cleanliness and overall experience, with an excellent location rating.
The backpacker accommodation has a garden and a shared lounge, perfect for relaxing and meeting fellow travellers. You'll find a range of facilities and activities here, including a shared kitchen, free Wi-Fi, a tour desk, luggage storage, a dart board, a sauna, and a fitness centre.

Kakapo Lodge YHA is just a two-minute walk from the Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa, making it a perfect base for exploring this charming town. The hostel has consistently received excellent reviews from travellers.
The lodge features a communal kitchen and dining room, ideal for meeting fellow travellers. You can enjoy the sun on the deck, relax in the garden, or make use of the BBQ facilities, as well as the selection of DVDs and books available.

YHA Taupo Finlay Jack's Backpackers is conveniently located in the centre of Taupo, just a short walk from the lakefront and the town's attractions. The hostel has consistently received very good ratings for cleanliness, location, and overall experience.
The hostel offers a range of dormitory-style rooms for budget-conscious travellers. Amenities include a shared kitchen, a communal lounge area, and a garden, providing opportunities for socialising and relaxation.

Adventure Taupō Hostel is conveniently located in Taupō, 0.8km from the Great Lake Convention Centre and 8km from Taupō Airport, offering easy access to local attractions and transport links.
This budget-friendly guesthouse features air-conditioned rooms, a shared kitchen, free Wi-Fi, a terrace with BBQ facilities, and free private parking; it also provides a tour desk for assistance with planning activities around Taupō, including day trips to Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park (36km away).

Atlantis Backpackers is conveniently located in Picton, within easy walking distance of the waterfront, train station, and ferry terminal. The hostel enjoys a very good user rating and an excellent location rating, as well as a very good cleanliness rating.
The hostel offers a choice of dormitory rooms or private rooms, all with access to a shared kitchen. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities, including a jacuzzi, spa, fitness centre, and free parking, as well as a terrace, garden, and barbecue facilities.

Ariki Backpackers is conveniently located in New Plymouth's city centre, just a short walk from the shops, pubs, and bus terminal, and within easy reach of the iconic Wind Wand sculpture. The hostel has received very good ratings for user experience, cleanliness, and location.
The hostel offers a range of rooms, including dorms and private rooms, some with en-suite facilities. Ariki Backpackers has a communal kitchen, a large outdoor patio with BBQ facilities, and a guest lounge with satellite TV, as well as a guest laundry, a DVD library, and a tour desk that arranges various activities like mountain trips, surfing, farm tours, seal watching, and cultural tours.

Drifter Christchurch is located in the city centre, just a short walk from the Botanic Gardens and the Avon River. It has received excellent ratings from previous guests, making it a popular choice for travellers.
The hostel has a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere that encourages guests to connect and share stories. It offers a range of amenities including free internet, a terrace, a fitness centre, and parking, as well as social activities like singing, laughing, and writing stories together.

Urban Lounge Sleepery Carterton, located at 63 High Street North, formerly the Marquis of Normanby, offers a newly established 'Sleepery' concept for contemporary travellers seeking studios with shared or private bathrooms, and family rooms.
This flexible accommodation provides communal lounge and co-living spaces, alongside free Wi-Fi and parking, for guests on work trips, weekend getaways, or longer stays, ensuring a social experience on Carterton's central thoroughfare.

Crash Palace Napier, on Shakespeare Road, is a short walk from Napier's Art Deco city centre and Marine Parade.
This hostel offers private rooms and dormitories, a communal kitchen, free Wi-Fi, parking, and linen; it also boasts a bar and organises activities such as wine tours.

The Barn Cabins & Camp is located in Marahau, just 1.8km from the Abel Tasman Glow Worms and 13km from Motueka, offering easy access to the stunning Abel Tasman National Park. The hostel has received very good user ratings, with excellent scores for location and cleanliness.
The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and dining area, as well as heated rooms with balconies. Guests can enjoy a range of on-site amenities including a restaurant, bar, fitness centre, and BBQ area, as well as activities such as horse riding, snorkeling, and diving.

Manowhenua Lodge is located in National Park, just a short drive from Mount Ruapehu, Taranaki Falls and Whakapapa. The lodge enjoys an excellent rating for location, cleanliness and overall user experience.
The hostel features a shared kitchen and lounge, creating a social atmosphere for guests. The lodge offers a range of amenities including a terrace, garden, restaurant, bar, fitness centre and free parking.