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The 10 Best Hostels in Christchurch, New Zealand

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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.

Proximity to Airport, food outlets and rental car drops. Very helpful staff. Great common room with a large kitchen facility. Clean bathrooms and very comfortable pods for sleeping.

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8
Very good
5,528 reviews
Price from
€ 25
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.

Big, spacious dorms! Loved all the space. Everything was very clean, super comfortable beds, big windows with tons of natural light in the common areas. Laundry on site. Big kitchen. Good wifi. I think they had a cafe too. Staff was helpful.

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8.1
Very good
1,231 reviews
Price from
€ 28
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.

Looking at the pictures, I didn't actually expect that much from Haka House - we booked because it was quite affordable and we needed to leave at 0400 the next day. Was surprised with how spacious and comfortable the place was however. Private room with bathroom was spacious and well equipped, communal areas were large and had everything you need. Even a free pool table in the main one. There's a few cute wine bars opposite the venue, and you're a 15 minute walk to the city centre. Do recommend!

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8.4
Very good
390 reviews
Price from
€ 29
per night

Chester St Backpackers is situated conveniently in the centre of Christchurch, and offers a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. Hagley Park is 2.5 km from the hostel and Christchurch Railway Station is 5.5 km away.

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8.2
Very good
8 reviews
Price from
€ 31
per night

Renovated in 2015, Urbanz offers accommodation in downtown Christchurch. The building features a range of rooms with either shared or private bathrooms. Free parking is located nearby ad free WiFi is provided throughout.

The lobby is warm and comfortable.

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7.7
Good
2,475 reviews
Price from
€ 24
per night

Around The World Backpackers is situated just 1.6 km from Christchurch City Centre, and a 10-minute walk from Intercity bus depot at Central Station. This hotel offers free WiFi and easy access to the city's top landmarks.

The location is easy to get around to library, shopping center.It is also close to bus stop which is only a 3-5mins walk.

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6.7
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151 reviews
Price from
€ 57
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Avg. price/night: € 74.31
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 390 reviews
    We loved it here! Great location with only a couple minutes walk to the gardens and the arts museums. Room was lovely and clean along with all of the facilities! Cheap coffee in the coffee machine!
    Imogen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 122.36
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,243 reviews
    Clean , safe and great location
    Veerraju
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 74.31
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 390 reviews
    Probably the best hostel we have stayed in. Our private room was similar to a hotel room and the showers were really clean. In brilliant location right in the CBD
    Rebecca
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 57.32
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,033 reviews
    Friendly staff, lots of different sorts of accommodation to suit every budget, great location close to shopping mall and supermarkets. Always enjoy staying there 😊.
    Barry
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: € 66.49
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,526 reviews
    Great location for airport Good bus link to city Very clean and well run by hostel standards
    Gordon
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 128.22
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,435 reviews
    Comfortable, safe, great location
    Luis
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 105.60
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,204 reviews
    It’s a great location, we were able to walk around the city that night and then walk back to the hotel with ease. And if you are looking for somewhere to park, we parked at The Crossing which only costed us $15 from about 2pm-10:20am the following day. I thought that was great and it keeps you piece of mind that your car is secure and safe. I like the look of the room and the bed was comfortable.
    Dana
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 67.41
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 970 reviews
    Great location. Very clean tidy unit and a nice quiet motel to stay in , plenty of room in unit Highly recommend if your traveling with kids as it's seemed like a nice safe motel and very fairly priced
    Tamzin
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: € 66.49
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,526 reviews
    Great location for the airport and local eateries. Good budget hotel.
    Mandy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 71.52
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,057 reviews
    One of the best hostels I had so far in New Zealand. Would definitely book here again next time.
    Niek
    Solo traveller

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