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Situated in Castle Hill, 17 km from Broken River Ski Field, Forest Lodge features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities. 19 km from Craigieburn and 23 km from Porters, the hostel provides ski storage space. Guests can enjoy mountain views. This place is adorable and awesome to get your forest lodge experience. Margie, the care taker, is a beautiful soul and made us feel right at home

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9.2
Superb
115 reviews
Price from
US$29
per night

Set in Oxford, Oxford Queenette Backpackers offers a garden, shared lounge and BBQ facilities. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

At the hostel, all rooms are equipped with a balcony with a city view. The units in Oxford Queenette Backpackers are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. complimentary milk, tea and biscuits. a small gesture but really appreciated very clean

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9.1
Superb
120 reviews
Price from
US$35
per night

Haka House Lake Tekapo features accommodation in Lake Tekapo. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 45 km from Mt. Dobson.

You can play billiards at the hostel, and the area is popular for hiking and skiing. Especially big window faced to the lake! The room was clean, kitchen was clean and well equipped.

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8.6
Fabulous
3,577 reviews
Price from
US$38
per night

Say hi to LyLo Christchurch! Conveniently located less than a 10-minute walk from Christchurch International and Domestic Airport, LyLo is ideal for resting before or after a long journey. Free WiFi is provided and parking is available. Kitchen and lounge is great. The bed is super comfortable in the single room.

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8
Very good
7,538 reviews
Price from
US$28
per night

Offering a children's playground, a guest lounge and budget accommodation options, Tailor Made Tekapo Accommodation - Hostel is located in Lake Tekapo. Guests enjoy free on-site parking. Guests enjoy unlimited WiFi per day. Very easy to check in. Staff was very considerate, heated the room for me.

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8.1
Very good
1,274 reviews
Price from
US$29
per night

Set in a refurbished 1874 building, Jailhouse Accommodation offers an on-site café and a guest lounge with a cinema projector. It is 10 minutes’ walk from Christchurch Railway Station. Guests enjoy free parking and free WiFi in public areas. Whats not to like - we get what we pay for and some more! The vibe is cool , clean and compact.

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8.3
Very good
1,573 reviews
Price from
US$18
per night

Located in Kaikoura, 400 metres from Kaikoura Beach, Dolphin Lodge provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and massage services. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

The hostel offers a barbecue. Guests at Dolphin Lodge will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kaikoura, like hiking. Very friendly staff, nice location near the ocean, beautiful backyard where you can sit. And free coffee is always a nice bonus

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8.5
Very good
1,245 reviews
Price from
US$23
per night

At Haka House Aoraki - Mt Cook, adventure and comfort merge in a warm and inviting atmosphere. With its great location which provides easy access to the must-see Tasman Glacier, and captivating surroundings of the majestic Aoraki/Mt Cook, our hostel offers a perfect blend of scenic beauty and moments of discovery. Guests can unwind in friendly shared spaces, retreat to cosy, fully equipped rooms, and even relax in the sauna. Not to mention, Haka House Aoraki - Mt Cook is situated within the International Dark Sky Reserve, for a stay filled with incredible stargazing experiences. The beds!!! A private cabin in the room

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8.6
Fabulous
1,969 reviews
Price from
US$36
per night

Featuring 2 guest lounges and 2 communal kitchens, Haka House Christchurch is located opposite the Arts Centre, just 150 metres from the Botanic Gardens and Hagley Park.

You can enjoy a meal and relax in the lovely BBQ and garden area. There is a guest laundry on site. This hostel is an absolute gem! We only stayed one night, but WOW—it left a mark. Super close to the city center, with all the must-see spots just a stroll away. 🚶‍♀️✨ And the staff? Total rockstars! Always there with a smile, ready to help with info or fulfill any request like magic. 🪄 If you're looking for the perfect place to stay, this is IT!

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8.5
Very good
1,219 reviews
Price from
US$26
per night

Set in Arthur's Pass, within 1.4 km of Devils Punchbowl Falls and 600 metres of Arthur's Pass Train Station, Mountain House offers accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is located 1.4 km from Arthur's Pass National Park, 4 km from Temple Basin and 48 km from Broken River Ski Field. The hostel has ski storage space. Easy self check in was appreciated when arriving late at night. The accommodation is well provisioned in terms of communal areas, i.e. kitchen, lounge, bathrooms. Our room was large, warm and even had a couple of couches. External access also a bonus.

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8
Very good
838 reviews
Price from
US$29
per night

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