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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
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (26 reviews)
"Great location on the lake front"
Australia
Justin
The price is AED 222
AED 256 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Lakes Edge Lodge
Lounge

2. Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (432 reviews)
"Close to the Night Sky Project and great view of the lake."
United States
Steven
The price is AED 507
AED 584 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Exterior

3. 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 AED 259
AED 299 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel
View from property

4. Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
4.0 star property
Kinloch
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (151 reviews)
"Beautiful location, clean comfortable room, great food and friendly and welcoming staff"
Australia
Patricia
The price is AED 350
AED 405 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sep - 5 Sep
Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
View from property

5. 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 AED 284
AED 327 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Eden's Edge Lodge
Classic House | WiFi (surcharge), bed sheets

6. 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 AED 156
AED 180 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
The Barn Cabins & Camp
WiFi (free), bed sheets

7. 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 AED 121
AED 140 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Atlantis Backpackers
Shared kitchen facilities

8. LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Good stay at a resonable price ideal if you have an early morning flight short walk to terminal "
Australia
john
The price is AED 189
AED 217 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sep - 6 Sep
LyLo Christchurch Airport
Exterior

9. 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 AED 189
AED 218 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
Standard Cabin, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Terrace/patio

10. 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 AED 164
AED 189 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel
Queen Ensuite | Balcony

11. 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 AED 185
AED 213 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
Twin Room (Shared Bathroom) | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, individually decorated

12. 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 AED 865
AED 996 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
Reception

13. 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 AED 109
AED 127 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel
Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | Premium bedding, WiFi (free), bed sheets

14. 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 AED 160
AED 184 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
The Duke Hostel
Balcony

15. Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (770 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay at Nomads. Lovely enquire room with just the right amount of space for two adults. Staff were more than happy to help and provide recommendations for activities and eateries. We will deff be back in future."
Australia
Reyne
The price is AED 362
AED 418 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
Property entrance

16. 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 AED 163
AED 188 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Global Village Backpackers
Shared fridge, shared microwave, oven, stovetop

17. Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (172 reviews)
"Lovely, clean hostel with friendly staff."
United States
Cara
The price is AED 468
AED 539 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
Terrace/patio

18. LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (762 reviews)
"Top notch, helpful staff and a very comfortable stay."
United States
Dana
The price is AED 466
AED 536 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
LyLo Queenstown
Terrace/patio

19. Forest Lodge

Forest Lodge
1.0 star property
Craigieburn Forest Park
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (4 reviews)
"It was in a beautiful place with a great host!"
Australia
Hudson
The price is AED 83
AED 368 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Forest Lodge
Courtyard

20. Hanmer Backpackers

Hanmer Backpackers
2.0 star property
Hanmer Springs
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (98 reviews)
"The place is great!"
United States
Louis
The price is AED 202
AED 233 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Hanmer Backpackers
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

10/10 Excellent
"George is a legend! Really helpful, welcoming guy. Get this man a beer! Came here to stay and do some skiing beginning of August and had the best stay ! Will definitely be back."
Joe 5-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central