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.

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.

Tasman Bay Backpackers Hostel is a 10-minute walk from Nelson city centre and the bus depot, making it a convenient base for exploring the area. The hostel consistently receives excellent ratings for cleanliness and user experience, indicating a high standard of accommodation.
The hostel offers a range of private and shared rooms, some with en-suite facilities. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, evening treats like hot chocolate pudding and ice cream, and BBQ facilities in the garden, as well as a shared kitchen and laundry.

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.

National Park Backpackers is located in the National Park village, just 10 miles from Mount Ruapehu and Taranaki Falls, offering easy access to the area's natural beauty. The hostel has received very good ratings for cleanliness and an excellent rating for its location.
The hostel has a shared kitchen, lounge, and garden, providing a comfortable and social environment. Guests can enjoy barbecue facilities, free private parking, luggage storage, and a range of outdoor activities such as hiking and skiing.

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.

Rotorua Central Backpackers is located in Rotorua's city centre, just 700 metres from Rotorua Lake and 6 kilometres from Rotorua Regional Airport. The hostel has consistently received very good ratings for its overall experience, with excellent ratings for its location and good ratings for cleanliness.
The hostel has a shared lounge and garden, perfect for socialising or relaxing. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, microwave, and dishwasher, and air conditioning throughout the hostel.

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 Inn Marahau is located in the small town of Marahau, just a 2km walk from Marahau Beach and 2km from Porters Beach. The hostel has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness, and overall experience.
The inn has a shared kitchen and lounge area, perfect for socialising with fellow travellers. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities, including a garden, barbecue facilities, a pool table, and a fitness centre.

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.

Jailhouse Accommodation is located in Addington, a short walk from Christchurch Railway Station and Horncastle Arena, and a 15-minute drive from Christchurch International Airport. The hostel has received very good ratings for location, cleanliness, and overall experience.
The hostel is housed in a refurbished 1874 building, formerly Addington Prison, offering a unique historical setting. Guests can enjoy a spacious communal kitchen, a guest laundry room, TV lounges with flat-screen TVs, a billiards table, an on-site café, and a guest lounge with a cinema projector.

Around The World Backpackers is located in central Christchurch, a mile from the city centre and a 10-minute walk from the Intercity bus depot at Central Station. The hostel has received very good user and location ratings, and a good cleanliness rating.
The hostel has a shared kitchen, a terrace with BBQ facilities, and a garden. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a tour desk, and shared bathroom facilities.

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.

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.