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1. Lakes Edge Lodge

Lakes Edge Lodge
1.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (33 reviews)
"Clean room and great location,"
Australia
Marites
The price is 1.648.179 ₫
1.895.406 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Lakes Edge Lodge
Lounge

2. Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (444 reviews)
"I was very impressed with the location and our rooms. It was everything we need for our stay."
Canada
Sharon
The price is 4.039.369 ₫
4.645.274 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Park View | Free WiFi

3. Gladstone Grand Hotel

Gladstone Grand Hotel
2.0 star property
Fairlie
5.4 out of 10, (61 reviews)
"Basic accommodation but good for the price."
Australia
Brig
The price is 1.326.583 ₫
1.525.570 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Gladstone Grand Hotel
Exterior

4. Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel

Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel
2.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (155 reviews)
"Lovely staff and a really neat property with all the animals. "
New Zealand
Rachel
Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel
Classic House | WiFi, bed sheets

5. The Barn Cabins & Camp

The Barn Cabins & Camp
2.0 star property
Marahau
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (182 reviews)
"It was a very nice stay"
Australia
Torin
The price is 1.204.043 ₫
1.384.649 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
The Barn Cabins & Camp
Shared kitchen facilities

6. LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Really convenient as close to shops and airport"
Australia
julie alice marie-helene louise
The price is 1.782.177 ₫
2.049.578 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
LyLo Christchurch Airport
View from property

7. Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
4.0 star property
Kinloch
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (153 reviews)
"Beautiful location, clean comfortable room, great food and friendly and welcoming staff"
Australia
Patricia
The price is 3.171.888 ₫
3.647.731 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
View from property

8. Eden's Edge Lodge

Eden's Edge Lodge
5.0 star property
Riwaka
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (167 reviews)
"Great location and Lodge. We really enjoyed our stay. "
United Kingdom
Marco
The price is 2.009.974 ₫
2.311.470 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Eden's Edge Lodge
Queen Ensuite Seaview | Balcony

9. Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
2.0 star property
Picton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (228 reviews)
"Nice place to stay. We weren't there for long, only a night, but the staff seemed friendly and the room was nice"
United Kingdom
Darren
The price is 1.076.602 ₫
1.238.144 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
Free WiFi, bed sheets

10. Atlantis Backpackers

Atlantis Backpackers
2.0 star property
Picton
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Very sweet place."
Australia
Yu Chen
The price is 896.688 ₫
1.031.191 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Atlantis Backpackers
Standard Cabin, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Terrace/patio

11. Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel

Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel
2.0 star property
Te Miko
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (213 reviews)
"Nice quiet place "
Canada
Doug
The price is 1.139.283 ₫
1.310.205 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel
Twin Room (Shared Bathroom) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

12. Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook

Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
4.5 star property
Mount Cook
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (112 reviews)
"Clean room, well equipped kitchen, amazing views and the Sauna was great after a day hiking"
United States
Annabelle
The price is 5.126.891 ₫
5.895.925 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
Exterior

13. The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
2.0 star property
Motueka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (132 reviews)
"Great spot for our overnight stay. Easy walk to restaurants & supermarket"
New Zealand
Brent
The price is 1.514.763 ₫
1.741.977 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
Reception

14. Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel
2.0 star property
Addington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (376 reviews)
"Second time staying here, excellent as always."
United Kingdom
Caoilte
The price is 961.292 ₫
1.105.486 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel
Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

15. The Duke Hostel

The Duke Hostel
2.0 star property
Greymouth
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (83 reviews)
"Nice place, clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The welcome was warm and friendly."
New Zealand
Marlene
The price is 1.118.588 ₫
1.286.384 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The Duke Hostel
Terrace/patio

16. LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (766 reviews)
"Top notch, helpful staff and a very comfortable stay."
United States
Dana
The price is 1.969.179 ₫
2.264.571 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
LyLo Queenstown
Sun deck

17. The Black Sheep Backpackers

The Black Sheep Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (77 reviews)
"Staff was amazing and a nice clean spot"
Canada
Cody
The price is 2.006.220 ₫
2.367.340 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
The Black Sheep Backpackers
Property entrance

18. Global Village Backpackers

Global Village Backpackers
2.0 star property
Central Greymouth
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (149 reviews)
"Great stay, clean room, quiet, shops within easy walk."
Australia
Alan
The price is 1.153.550 ₫
1.326.583 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Global Village Backpackers
Dinner served

19. Dusky Lodge - Hostel

Dusky Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kaikoura
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (231 reviews)
"Code for door hard to unlock, tv in bedroom wasn't connected to freeview and parking horrible"
Australia
Derek
The price is 1.473.981 ₫
1.695.078 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Dusky Lodge - Hostel
Balcony

20. Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (774 reviews)
"Amazing place"
Australia
Amanpreet
The price is 2.178.929 ₫
2.505.768 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

10/10 Excellent
"lovely unit with great views of mountain and lake"
Jillian Dawn 6-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

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South Island Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,601
Accommodation
46 Hostels
Lowest Price
911.188 ₫
Highest Price
3.498.844 ₫