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Our top choices for South Island hostels

Beach/ocean view

Surat Bay Lodge, Motel and Backpackers

Surat Bay Lodge, Motel and Backpackers
3.0 star property
New Haven
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (54 reviews)
"Lovely stay with wonderful friendly hosts"
Australia
Philippa
The price is 1.773.160 ₫
2.039.172 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
Surat Bay Lodge, Motel and Backpackers
View from property

Eden's Edge Lodge

Eden's Edge Lodge
5.0 star property
Riwaka
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (148 reviews)
"Great location and Lodge. We really enjoyed our stay. "
United Kingdom
Marco
The price is 2.069.837 ₫
2.380.313 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Eden's Edge Lodge
Twin Room (Shared Bathroom) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook

Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
4.5 star property
Mount Cook
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (93 reviews)
"This was the best hostel I’ve ever stayed at. Great beds, super clean, excellent service. "
United States
Jared
The price is 29.970.975 ₫
34.466.621 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Feb - 8 Feb
Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
Classic House | WiFi, bed sheets

The Barn Cabins & Camp

The Barn Cabins & Camp
2.0 star property
Marahau
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (154 reviews)
"Amenities, a movie room for the tired kids, amazing coffee and food in site. Loved the location! "
Canada
Chelsey
The price is 1.519.874 ₫
1.747.863 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
The Barn Cabins & Camp
Shared kitchen facilities

LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent stay near airport and nice hostel environment."
Singapore
Sanjeev
The price is 1.914.165 ₫
2.201.298 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
LyLo Christchurch
Sauna

Haka House Franz Josef

Haka House Franz Josef
4.5 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (87 reviews)
"Good spot for a couple of nights to break up a long journey. Very clean room, huge bathroom and great facilites/kitchen. Out of hours check in was made very easy too. I would definitely recommend staying here"
United Kingdom
Christopher
The price is 2.510.469 ₫
2.887.039 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan
Haka House Franz Josef
Terrace/patio

The Brownston Hostel

The Brownston Hostel
2.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (108 reviews)
"Awesome location, well-run place."
United States
Benjamin R
The price is 2.933.036 ₫
3.373.068 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
The Brownston Hostel
Lounge

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (382 reviews)
"Great location. Friendly staff. "
United States
Kit Yee Karen
The price is 5.546.230 ₫
6.378.165 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Queen Ensuite | Balcony

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
2.0 star property
Picton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (217 reviews)
"Very cool place to stay, Spa pool, unique stay! Very close to ferry "
Australia
Gloria
Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
Outdoor dining

Haka House Wanaka

Haka House Wanaka
5.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (240 reviews)
"The room was a good size and the kitchen was really clean"
United Kingdom
Lisa
The price is 3.039.761 ₫
3.495.725 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Haka House Wanaka
View from property

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
4.0 star property
Kinloch
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (129 reviews)
"Absolutely fantastic retreat close to all the great hikes on the South Island!"
United States
Sarah
The price is 2.666.457 ₫
3.066.426 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
BBQ/picnic Area

Te Anau Central Backpackers

Te Anau Central Backpackers
2.0 star property
Te Anau
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (22 reviews)
"Good facilities, comfortable bed, friendly staff"
United States
jim
The price is 2.266.488 ₫
2.606.461 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Te Anau Central Backpackers
Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Duke Hostel

The Duke Hostel
2.0 star property
Greymouth
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (74 reviews)
"Have stayed couple of times. Staff were very accommodating and kind. Room was nice and comfy. "
Australia
Jaypee
The price is 979.876 ₫
1.126.911 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
The Duke Hostel
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Haka House Queenstown Lakefront

Haka House Queenstown Lakefront
3.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (94 reviews)
"Overall nice spot, nice staff and good location"
United States
Erin
The price is 2.799.780 ₫
3.219.747 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront
Terrace/patio

LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (707 reviews)
"Staff was excellent. Loved the balcony."
Canada
Ron
The price is 3.106.129 ₫
3.572.048 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
LyLo Queenstown
Exterior

Mountain House

Mountain House
2.0 star property
Arthur's Pass National Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Nice hostel with good kitchen space "
United Kingdom
Kenny
The price is 1.719.805 ₫
1.977.845 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Mountain House
Terrace/patio

Forest Lodge

Forest Lodge
1.0 star property
Craigieburn Forest Park
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2 reviews)
"The host fantastic, we had the place to ourselves basically. The views were great."
United States
Andrew
The price is 666.614 ₫
1.533.212 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Forest Lodge
Exterior

Kumara Historic Cottages - Hostel

Kumara Historic Cottages - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kumara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (30 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. Good food. Nice staff. "
Australia
Alma
The price is 2.453.140 ₫
2.821.111 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Kumara Historic Cottages - Hostel
Standard Cabin, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Terrace/patio

Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel

Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel
2.0 star property
Te Miko
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (204 reviews)
"Ok for 1 night"
United Kingdom
Toshi
The price is 1.266.587 ₫
1.456.552 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel
Terrace/patio

Tahuna Pod Hostel

Tahuna Pod Hostel
1.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (205 reviews)
"Loved stay here. Wish there were more like it across the country"
Australia
Adele
Tahuna Pod Hostel
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, nice clean updated rooms, good water pressure"
Alberto 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

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South Island Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,942
Accommodation
51 Hostels
Lowest Price
1.126.911 ₫
Highest Price
34.466.621 ₫