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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
116 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. All the facilities were impeccable. You don’t have to worry about the kitchen utensils or anything else. Clean and tidy inside, staff were lovely. We’re just enjoying chatting with each other so much. They give me a map of Oxford which I can see somewhat we should try in the small town. Overall, that was one of the most nicest backpackers ever!

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9.1
Superb
119 reviews
Price from
US$34
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. Happy that we had a room to reach easy. Staffs were so friendly! We slept so well, bed with curtain was so cozy. Location is just so perfect.

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8.6
Fabulous
3,587 reviews
Price from
US$37
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. Comfortable hostel close to the airport

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8.1
Very good
7,547 reviews
Price from
US$24
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. Perfect place to stay by Lake Tekapo, peaceful, amazing view, beautifully designed , great kitchen

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8.1
Very good
1,278 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. The showers are the best ones i've experience on New Zealand so far. The hostel is big and kitchen big and well equipped

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8.3
Very good
1,568 reviews
Price from
US$22
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. The view from balcony was spectacular!

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8.5
Very good
1,238 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 place is quiet and very nice. The room was not so big but very cosy. The personnel is open and ready to help in every minute. The lounge zone with big clean windows with a perfect view to the Mt Cook.

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8.6
Fabulous
1,978 reviews
Price from
US$34
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. Clean, comfortable, nice staffs

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8.5
Very good
1,228 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. Excellent location and facilities. Comfortable private room. Well equipped communal kitchen.Plenty of toilets and showers.Very clean. Very friendly and helpful cleaning staff member. Enjoyed chatting to other guests in the communal kitchen. Walking trails close to the hostel.

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

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