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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)
"the kitchen has full-facilities. it was so convenient! and we luckily could see the starry sky from its balcony."
Japan
Yuka
The price is HK$1,167
HK$1,342 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
Exterior

Lakes Edge Lodge

Lakes Edge Lodge
1.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (7 reviews)
"Nice place to stay but we are very close to the doors."
Australia
June Mark
The price is HK$431
HK$496 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Lakes Edge Lodge
WiFi, bed sheets

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 HK$332
HK$382 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
The Barn Cabins & Camp
View from property

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
4.0 star property
Kinloch
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (150 reviews)
"This is a stunning spot, and the Retreat is really well set up. Whether you are looking for a bit of luxury retreat, or a base for outdoor activities. We really enjoyed our stay."
Australia
Shane
The price is HK$1,210
HK$1,392 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
Shared kitchen facilities

LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Good stay at a resonable price ideal if you have an early morning flight short walk to terminal "
Australia
john
The price is HK$369
HK$424 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
LyLo Christchurch Airport
Balcony

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
2.0 star property
Picton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (227 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 HK$393
HK$452 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
Exterior

Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel

Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel
2.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (154 reviews)
"Nice and clean"
Canada
He
The price is HK$515
HK$592 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel
Exterior

Mountain House

Mountain House
2.0 star property
Arthur's Pass National Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Nice hostel with good kitchen space "
United Kingdom
Kenny
The price is HK$461
HK$530 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Mountain House
Exterior

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
2.0 star property
Motueka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (131 reviews)
"Very attractive backpacker hostel with great cabins. Complete kitchen & lounge."
Australia
Jim
The price is HK$482
HK$554 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

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 HK$326
HK$375 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
The Duke Hostel
Lounge

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (424 reviews)
"Close to the Night Sky Project and great view of the lake."
United States
Steven
The price is HK$1,071
HK$1,232 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Terrace/patio

Forest Lodge

Forest Lodge
1.0 star property
Craigieburn Forest Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3 reviews)
"It was in a beautiful place with a great host!"
Australia
Hudson
The price is HK$179
HK$783 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Forest Lodge
Property entrance

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 HK$393
HK$452 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Global Village Backpackers
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

Dusky Lodge - Hostel

Dusky Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kaikoura
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (229 reviews)
"Was a great layout, everything easy to find"
Australia
Robyn
The price is HK$452
HK$520 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Dusky Lodge - Hostel
Terrace/patio

LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (753 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 HK$601
HK$691 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
LyLo Queenstown
Terrace/patio

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 HK$377
HK$434 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (171 reviews)
"Lovely, clean hostel with friendly staff."
United States
Cara
The price is HK$774
HK$890 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
Reception

Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel
2.0 star property
Addington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (369 reviews)
"I love our stay there"
Australia
Rico
The price is HK$327
HK$376 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel
Balcony

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (763 reviews)
"The staff were helpful from moment I checked, and everything was clean. The WiFi is unreliable."
United Kingdom
Eamonn
The price is HK$707
HK$813 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
Beach nearby

Bazil's Hostel & Surf School

Bazil's Hostel & Surf School
2.0 star property
Westport
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (77 reviews)
"Well organized hostel friendly vibe."
Sweden
Johan
The price is HK$493
HK$567 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Bazil's Hostel & Surf School
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

10/10 Excellent
"Great check in staff! help me merge 2 bookings into 1!"
Wei Chun 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

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South Island Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,878
Accommodation
46 Hostels
Lowest Price
HK$375
Highest Price
HK$1,392

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