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Our top choices for South Island hostels

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1. Lakes Edge Lodge

Lakes Edge Lodge
1.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (21 reviews)
"Great location on the lake front"
Australia
Justin
The price is AU$101
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Lakes Edge Lodge
Exterior

2. 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
The price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel
Lounge

3. Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (431 reviews)
"Close to the Night Sky Project and great view of the lake."
United States
Steven
The price is AU$218
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Free WiFi, bed sheets

4. Atlantis Backpackers

Atlantis Backpackers
2.0 star property
Picton
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Very sweet place."
Australia
Yu Chen
The price is AU$54
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Atlantis Backpackers
Shared kitchen facilities

5. LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Good stay at a resonable price ideal if you have an early morning flight short walk to terminal "
Australia
john
The price is AU$86
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
LyLo Christchurch Airport
Reception

6. Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel
2.0 star property
Addington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (374 reviews)
"Second time staying here, excellent as always."
United Kingdom
Caoilte
The price is AU$65
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel
Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

7. The Duke Hostel

The Duke Hostel
2.0 star property
Greymouth
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (83 reviews)
"The room was beautifully decorated and inviting and the shared kitchen was immaculate and professionally organized. "
United States
Heather
The price is AU$72
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
The Duke Hostel
Terrace/patio

8. Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers
2.0 star property
Picton
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (384 reviews)
"Comfortable place to stay. "
Australia
Ian
The price is AU$53
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers
Classic House

9. 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 AU$78
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
The Barn Cabins & Camp
Queen Ensuite | Balcony

10. 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 AU$83
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Tombstone Motel, Lodge & 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 AU$80
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel
Exterior

12. Christchurch Backpackers

Christchurch Backpackers
1.0 star property
New Brighton
6.8 out of 10, (19 reviews)
"It's a backpackers hostel with the option of private rooms too. Lots of interesting people and a great area to explore as a tourist by the sea with easy bus routes to the city too."
United Kingdom
Julian
The price is AU$62
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Christchurch Backpackers
Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)

13. 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)
"One of the best, if not the best, hostels I’ve ever stayed in. Extremely clean, lovely amenities, and wow the view. Fantastic."
United States
Allie
The price is AU$375
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
View from property

14. Eden's Edge Lodge

Eden's Edge Lodge
5.0 star property
Riwaka
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (166 reviews)
"Great location and Lodge. We really enjoyed our stay. "
United Kingdom
Marco
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Eden's Edge Lodge
Basic Double or Twin Room, Park View

15. Manor on the Park Backpackers

Manor on the Park Backpackers
1.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"Very comfortable stay. Warm, clean and had everything we needed. Staff very helpful. "
Australia
Johnina
The price is AU$73
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Manor on the Park Backpackers
Exterior

16. The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
2.0 star property
Motueka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (131 reviews)
"Yes, clean room, friendly staff and loved the garden"
Australia
Jim
The price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
Living area

17. Uptown Backpackers

Uptown Backpackers
1.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (52 reviews)
"Friendly staff, nice shared living + kitchen areas, super comfy room :)"
Australia
Nicole
The price is AU$84
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Uptown Backpackers
Courtyard

18. Hanmer Backpackers

Hanmer Backpackers
2.0 star property
Hanmer Springs
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (97 reviews)
"The place is great!"
United States
Louis
The price is AU$89
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Hanmer Backpackers
Terrace/patio

19. LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (759 reviews)
"Lylo was in a great location, near shops and restaurants. We had a group of 15 and the rooms were perfect for our needs."
United States
David
The price is AU$201
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
LyLo Queenstown
Property entrance

20. 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 AU$75
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Global Village Backpackers
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Lowest Price
AU$53
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AU$375