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Our top choices for South Island hostels

Beach/ocean view

Surat Bay Lodge, Motel and Backpackers

Surat Bay Lodge, Motel and Backpackers
3.0 star property
New Haven
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (54 reviews)
"Lovely stay with wonderful friendly hosts"
Australia
Philippa
The price is ฿2,086
฿2,399 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
Surat Bay Lodge, Motel and Backpackers
View from property

Eden's Edge Lodge

Eden's Edge Lodge
5.0 star property
Riwaka
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (146 reviews)
"Great location and Lodge. We really enjoyed our stay. "
United Kingdom
Marco
The price is ฿2,435
฿2,800 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Eden's Edge Lodge
Shared kitchen facilities

LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean and efficient, great for short stays pre/post flight "
Australia
Phillip
The price is ฿2,309
฿2,655 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
LyLo Christchurch
Lounge

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (379 reviews)
"Great location. Friendly staff. "
United States
Kit Yee Karen
The price is ฿6,736
฿7,747 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Sauna

Haka House Franz Josef

Haka House Franz Josef
4.5 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (85 reviews)
"Good spot for a couple of nights to break up a long journey. Very clean room, huge bathroom and great facilites/kitchen. Out of hours check in was made very easy too. I would definitely recommend staying here"
United Kingdom
Christopher
The price is ฿2,826
฿3,250 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Haka House Franz Josef
View from property

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
4.0 star property
Kinloch
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (128 reviews)
"Absolutely fantastic retreat close to all the great hikes on the South Island!"
United States
Sarah
The price is ฿2,833
฿3,258 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
BBQ/picnic Area

Te Anau Central Backpackers

Te Anau Central Backpackers
2.0 star property
Te Anau
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (22 reviews)
"Good facilities, comfortable bed, friendly staff"
United States
jim
The price is ฿2,676
฿3,077 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
Te Anau Central Backpackers
Exterior

Mountain House

Mountain House
2.0 star property
Arthur's Pass National Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Nice hostel with good kitchen space "
United Kingdom
Kenny
The price is ฿2,030
฿2,335 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Mountain House
Outdoor dining

Haka House Wanaka

Haka House Wanaka
5.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (237 reviews)
"Very strategic location and parking availability"
Australia
Yoong
The price is ฿4,281
฿4,923 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Haka House Wanaka
Twin Room (Shared Bathroom) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook

Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
4.5 star property
Mount Cook
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (93 reviews)
"This was the best hostel I’ve ever stayed at. Great beds, super clean, excellent service. "
United States
Jared
The price is ฿22,286
฿25,629 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb
Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
Exterior

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
2.0 star property
Motueka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (119 reviews)
"It suited my needs and the bed was comfortable. "
Australia
Jodie
The price is ฿1,841
฿2,118 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
Terrace/patio

The Brownston Hostel

The Brownston Hostel
2.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (107 reviews)
"Awesome location, well-run place."
United States
Benjamin R
The price is ฿3,450
฿3,968 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
The Brownston Hostel
Terrace/patio

LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (705 reviews)
"Staff was excellent. Loved the balcony."
Canada
Ron
The price is ฿3,924
฿4,513 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
LyLo Queenstown
Queen Ensuite | Balcony

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
2.0 star property
Picton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (217 reviews)
"Very cool place to stay, Spa pool, unique stay! Very close to ferry "
Australia
Gloria
The price is ฿1,904
฿2,190 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
Balcony

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (744 reviews)
"The staff were all very friendly and helpful. The location is central to the tourist area."
United States
Rachel
The price is ฿3,849
฿4,426 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Duke Hostel

The Duke Hostel
2.0 star property
Greymouth
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (73 reviews)
"Have stayed couple of times. Staff were very accommodating and kind. Room was nice and comfy. "
Australia
Jaypee
The price is ฿1,177
฿1,354 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
The Duke Hostel
Exterior

Kumara Historic Cottages - Hostel

Kumara Historic Cottages - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kumara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (30 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. Good food. Nice staff. "
Australia
Alma
The price is ฿2,896
฿3,330 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Kumara Historic Cottages - Hostel
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Haka House Queenstown Lakefront

Haka House Queenstown Lakefront
3.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (93 reviews)
"Overall nice spot, nice staff and good location"
United States
Erin
The price is ฿2,405
฿2,766 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront
Down duvets, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

TripInn Modern Motels & Affordable Accommodation

TripInn Modern Motels & Affordable Accommodation
2.0 star property
Westport
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (22 reviews)
"Lovely room "
Australia
Trevor
The price is ฿2,070
฿2,381 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
TripInn Modern Motels & Affordable Accommodation
Terrace/patio

Tahuna Pod Hostel

Tahuna Pod Hostel
1.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (204 reviews)
"Loved stay here. Wish there were more like it across the country"
Australia
Adele
Tahuna Pod Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast was wonderful and the stuff are amazing, rooms was awesome, parking was great "
Misimana 3-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

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South Island Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,448
Accommodation
51 Hostels
Lowest Price
฿1,354
Highest Price
฿25,629