Canterbury, New Zealand Hostel & Backpacker Reviews

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8 - 14 of 21 hostels by:   name  |  highest rated.
  • Hanmer BackpackersHanmer Backpackers
    41 Conical Hill Road, Hanmer Springs
    New Zealand
    (03) 315 7196
    Hanmer Backpackers is the most centrally located hostel in beautiful Hanmer Springs. Our hostel is a small, cozy, friendly and warm Swiss chalet style backpackers providing excellent accommodation and service at low prices. We are the most affordable accommodation pr...
    Rating: 1 comments
  • Jailhouse AccommodationJailhouse Accommodation
    338 Lincoln Rd, Christchurch
    New Zealand
    (03) 982 7777
    Go directly to jail! Jailhouse Accommodation was originally built as a prison in 1874. The building is a prime example of "Gothic Revival" architecture, close to Hagley Park in Christchurch. Jailhouse Accommodation has single rooms, twin bunkrooms, double/twin roo...
    Rating: 0 comments
  • Kakapo Lodge YHAKakapo Lodge YHA
    14 Amuri Ave , Hanmer Springs
    New Zealand
    (03) 315 7472
    Kakapo Lodge Backpackers, Hanmer Springs YHA is a two-storey, purpose-built backpackers lodge with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. We are located 200m (a 2-minute walk) from the thermal reserve and the village centre. Relaxing inside the hostel is easy during w...
    Rating: 1 comments
  • Le Gite BackpackersLe Gite Backpackers
    3 Devon St, Hanmer Springs
    New Zealand
    (03) 315 5111
    Surrounded by mountains, set in the alpine village of Hanmer Springs, Le Gite (French for 'The Resting Place') is a boutique budget travellers accommodation, catering for all independent travellers. Le Gite Backpackers is located in a quiet part of Hanmer Springs,...
    Rating: 2 comments
  • Lyell Creek LodgeLyell Creek Lodge
    193 Beach Rd, Kaikoura
    New Zealand
    (03) 319 6277
    Lyll Creek Lodge is a small cosy hostel is situated in beautiful Kaikoura - world-renowned for its abundant marine life including whales, dolphins and seals, as well as a great variety of birds. Relax and unwind in the peaceful garden by the creek, feed ducks and tro...
    Rating: 1 comments
  • Mountain HouseMountain House
    Main Road, Arthurs Pass
    New Zealand
    (03) 318 9258
    The Mountain House is a unique and delightful place to base your Arthur's Pass vacation. The national park at your doorstep provides numerous day walk and tramping opportunities. In winter take your choice of five local ski fields. Visit alpine meadows with their wil...
    Rating: 1 comments
  • Old Bank Bar & Cafe BackpackersOld Bank Bar & Cafe Backpackers
    232 Stafford Street, Timaru
    New Zealand
    (03) 684 4392
    The Old Bank Bar & Cafe Backpackers Timaru, NZ, situated halfway between Christchurch and Dunedin, has newly redecorated backpackers accommodation and can accommodate up to 25 people at really affordable rates. If you are backpacking through NZ, make sure you put our...
    Rating: 3 comments