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1. Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook

Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
5.0 star property
Mount Cook
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (119 reviews)
"Fabulous location, comfortable beds, very friendly atmosphere"
United States
Dixie
The price is AU$371
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook

2. Lakes Edge Lodge

Lakes Edge Lodge
1.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (43 reviews)
"Room only but in decent condition and shared amenities were decent. Good location."
United Kingdom
Srikant
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Lakes Edge Lodge

3. The Brownston Hostel

The Brownston Hostel
2.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (133 reviews)
"Very good location clean and comfortable room. "
United States
Levent
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
The Brownston Hostel

4. Gladstone Grand Hotel

Gladstone Grand Hotel
2.0 star property
Fairlie
5.4 out of 10, (64 reviews)
"Sheets were clean and bed was comfy but otherwise very rundown old building a bit pricey for what it is."
New Zealand
Sally
The price is AU$81
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Gladstone Grand Hotel

5. Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
4.0 star property
Kinloch
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (154 reviews)
"Views from"
Australia
Amy
The price is AU$212
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

6. LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great choice if looking for a budget option near the airport. Amenities were quite nice, bathroom was clean, and staff was very helpful. Not a ton of space, but very doable for a night or two."
United States
Payton
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
LyLo Christchurch Airport

7. Atlantis Backpackers

Atlantis Backpackers
2.0 star property
Picton
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Very sweet place."
Australia
Yu Chen
The price is AU$54
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Atlantis Backpackers

8. Te Anau Central Backpackers

Te Anau Central Backpackers
2.0 star property
Te Anau
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (33 reviews)
"Lovely staff, wonderful room for a family."
Australia
Jacqui
The price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Te Anau Central Backpackers

9. Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel
2.0 star property
Addington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (377 reviews)
"Second time staying here, excellent as always."
United Kingdom
Caoilte
The price is AU$78
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

10. Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (783 reviews)
"Location is excellent"
Australia
Kayomi
The price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

11. Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (461 reviews)
"Once again this Haka House was fantastic. Rooms and bathrooms were clean. This place was quiet, from the dining room you see the lake ( a plus whdn it's windy outside).Great place"
Canada
Ariane
The price is AU$341
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Haka House Lake Tekapo

12. Eden's Edge Lodge

Eden's Edge Lodge
5.0 star property
Riwaka
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (168 reviews)
"Really nice Lodge with breakfast included. Very quiet location where you get a good night sleep. Big, well maintained garden where you can spend time reading a book or just relax. Clean rooms, parking is free, staff was welcoming and helpful finding a good restaurant for dinner. Would book again when in the area."
Canada
Alexandra
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Eden's Edge Lodge

13. Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (177 reviews)
"Great central location, the shared kitchens is well equiped."
Australia
Carolina
The price is AU$271
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

14. The Black Sheep Backpackers

The Black Sheep Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (81 reviews)
"Great first hostel stay! Loved everything."
United States
Renee
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
The Black Sheep Backpackers

15. Global Village Backpackers

Global Village Backpackers
2.0 star property
Central Greymouth
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (152 reviews)
"Great stay, clean room, quiet, shops within easy walk."
Australia
Alan
The price is AU$84
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Global Village Backpackers

16. Hanmer Backpackers

Hanmer Backpackers
2.0 star property
Hanmer Springs
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (101 reviews)
"The place is great!"
United States
Louis
The price is AU$88
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hanmer Backpackers

17. The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
2.0 star property
Motueka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (133 reviews)
"Great spot for our overnight stay. Easy walk to restaurants & supermarket"
New Zealand
Brent
The price is AU$78
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

18. The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers

The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (128 reviews)
"well maintained, centrally located, front desk did an excellent job "
Australia
Sergio
The price is AU$108
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers

19. Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel

Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel
2.0 star property
Te Miko
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (215 reviews)
"Check in was super easy and contactless. Our accommodation at Mamaku Cottage was clean, peaceful and contained everything we needed for a more than comfortable stay. We really enjoyed the lush green surroundings with easy access to tracks and the local cafe/pub. We even had a morning visit from a number of cute wekas! Would definitely recommend and will book again in future."
Australia
Francesca
The price is AU$77
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel

20. LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (777 reviews)
"Good stay"
United States
Ryan
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
LyLo Queenstown
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Accommodation
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Lowest Price
AU$54
Highest Price
AU$371