Top Hostels in New Zealand

Located in the heart of Queenstown, the Black Sheep Backpackers offers fast access to Ivan Clarke Gallery, nearly a 10-minute walk away.

Situated 350 metres from Kaiteriteri Beach, the perfect 3-star Kaiteri Lodge features 41 rooms with private bathrooms.

The 2-star Dusky Lodge & Backpackers is set 0.7 km from Whale Watch Kaikoura and features a hot tub, sauna facilities and an outdoor swimming pool for guests' relaxation.

While staying at the Lylo Auckland you are invited to discover Wynyard Quarter, set approximately a 15-minute walk away, or Mount Eden, which is 10 minutes away by car.

Spitfire Square is within 5 minutes' walk of the 4-star Lylo Christchurch - Formerly Jucy Snooze, while Tait Technology Center is 1.3 km away.

While staying at the Lylo Queenstown - Formerly Jucy Snooze you are invited to discover Basket of Dreams Sculpture, set just 1.4 km away, or Queenstown Garden, which is 0.7 km away.

Located a mere 10 minutes on foot from Polynesian Spa, the 2-star Rock Solid Backpackers Rotorua is approximately a 10-minute ride from Whakarewarewa Maori Village Cultural Center.

The welcoming 4-star Yha with lake views lies 350 metres of Lake Wanaka.

Set within a 10-minute drive of Huka Falls, the Haka Lodge Taupo boasts spa therapy and barbecue available on site.

Guests can have a continental breakfast and enjoy visiting the Lady Norwood Wellington Botanic Rose Garden, set 5 minutes by car from the Yha.

Nestled 1 km from the city centre, this popular hostel comprises 50 rooms and bathrooms with hair dryers and bath sheets.

Located in the heart of a business neighbourhood, the 5-star Haka Lodge Auckland is only a 5-minute walk from Queen Street.

Offering horseback riding, skiing and billiard in the area, the 5-star Nomads lies less than a 5-minute stroll from G Force Paragliding, and a 10-minute walk from Queenstown Garden.

With garden views, the venue is placed 10 minutes' walk from the center of Turangi, at a short distance from Tongariro National Trout Centre.

The Hippo Lodge Backpackers, located next to G Force Paragliding, is also at a proximity to AJ Hackett Bungy.

Located within 5 minutes' walk of the city centre, this backpacker hostel gives quick access to Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa.

Located approximately 25 minutes on foot from Mount Eden, the eco-friendly Ymca Auckland features 146 rooms, fitness classes and billiards.

The 4-star Crash Palace Backpackers offers a lounge bar and 20 rooms, along with a prime location 500 metres from Government Gardens.

The property offers 11 rooms along with hiking, cycling and skiing, while also boasting location close to Sunshine bay.

Featuring various recreational opportunities and barbeque grills, the 4-star Haka Lodge Queenstown is within a 5-minute walk of Moa Statue.

The Newton Lodge Auckland is located near the entertainment district of Auckland approximately 5 minutes on foot from Casino Hire.

Set just outside Auckland Council, the hostel offers a backpacker accommodation within 15 minutes' walk of the city centre.

The comfortable On Top Backpackers provides guests with various recreational opportunities and barbecue.

The 4-star Trek Global Backpackers is located in a central area nearly 10 minutes on foot from Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa.

The 5-star Yha Auckland International is nestled in the heart of a business neighbourhood, 36 minutes' drive from Auckland airport.

Boasting 78 rooms, the Downtown Backpackers Rotorua is centrally located merely 0.8 km from Polynesian Spa.

Comprising 10 rooms in the very heart of Queenstown, the 4-star Yha Queenstown Central lies about 10 minutes' drive from Ben Lomond Saddle.

Set just outside Red Stag Timber-Waipa Saw Mill, the hostel offers a luxury accommodation within 5 minutes' walk of the city centre.

SKYCITY Entertainment Group Casino is just 0.6 km from the 2-star Hobson Lodge, while Aotea Public Square is approximately a 5-minute stroll away.

The Forest Lodge is set a 10-minute ride from Castle Hill and a 10-minute drive from Mount Cheeseman.

Kiwi and Birdlife Park is within 500 metres of the 4-star Tahuna Pod and Queenstown Underwater Observatory is less than a 5-minute stroll away.

The Adventure is set approximately 5 minutes on foot from Skyline Queenstown and a 5-minute stroll from Moa Statue.

Situated in the very heart of Half-moon Bay near Ackers Point, the hotel offers 28 rooms.

The Waiheke Backpackers is set about 10 minutes by car from Cascades Waterfall and 1 km from Onetangi Beach.

Luxmore Jet is a 15-minute walk from the Possum Lodge Manapouri, while Freestone Hill is about 3.9 km away.

Approximately 5 minutes on foot from Wilderness Gallery, the Mountain Jade Backpackers,Private Rooms & Studios includes 19 rooms.

The Cambridge is situated a short walk from the beach district of Wellington, nearly 5 minutes' walk from National War Memorial and offers various recreational opportunities and entertainment activities.

When visiting Christchurch City-Centre district, guests can stay in one of the 9 hostel rooms, within just 400 metres from Christ's College.

Offering 16 rooms with views of the inner courtyard, the 4-star Verandahs Parkside Lodge is set in the entertainment Newton district, a 5-minute ride from Mount Eden.

Around 20 minutes on foot from Founders Heritage Park, the 5-star Yha Nelson offers cycling and ping-pong for guests to keep active.

Located 350 metres of G Force Paragliding and 5 minutes on foot from Kiwi and Birdlife Park, the Absoloot Hostel features barbeque grills and billiards.

Comprising 12 rooms in the heart of Queenstown, the 4-star Yha Queenstown Lakefront lies a 15-minute stroll from Vesta Design.

Within a 10-minute drive of Waitangi Mountain Bike Park, guests of the 2-star Haka Lodge Bay Of Islands may engage in a variety of activities, including diving, horseback riding and fishing.

Ngarunui Track and Ngarunui Beach are located 4.4 km and 4.2 km from the 2-star Backpackers Raglan respectively.

Set within a 5-minute walk of Punakaiki Canoes, the 2-star Beach can arrange cycling and fishing services within a 5-minute walk of Inland Pack Track.

Located in the very heart of Christchurch, the Urbanz offers fast access to 185 Empty White Chairs Memorial, a mere 500 metres away.

Within 15 minutes' walk of Queenstown Ultimate Viewpoint, the venue is placed in a lake district, about 1 km from the city centre.

Mt John Observatory Southern Viewpoint is within 15 minutes' walk of the Lakes Edge Lodge and Lake Tekapo Regional Park is 10 minutes away by car.

Nestled 1 km from the city centre, this budget hostel comprises 30 rooms and bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet.

Within a 10-minute walk of Glacier Kayaking, the 4-star Yha Mt Cook includes 28 rooms.

The Barn Cabins & Camp is a spectacular 2-star property set at a 4.9 km distance from Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles and within 10 minutes' drive of the geological Split Apple Rock.

Set in the very heart of Christchurch, the 3-star Haka Lodge offers 6 rooms overlooking the garden.

Set just outside The Little Big Markets, the hostel offers a comfortable accommodation within 15 minutes' walk of the city centre.

Placed 80 km from Queenstown airport, the Kinloch Wilderness Retreat welcomes guests with a restaurant and a shop.

The Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpacker is a comfortable 4-star property set around 10 minutes on foot from Picton Heritage and Whaling Museum and within a 10-minute walk of Shelley Beach.

The 4-star Dolphin Lodge with mountain views lies within a 5-minute stroll of Whale Watch Kaikoura.

The Tasman Bay Backpackers enjoys a central location in the very heart of Nelson, just 5 minutes on foot from Queen's Gardens.

The environmentally friendly Yha is set at 350 metres from St James Church and within a 5-minute walk of Skydive Franz.

Nestled within a 30-minute walk of the city center, this pet-friendly hotel gives quick access to a railway station.

Located within a 10-minute walk of Glacier Hot Pools and a mere 500 metres from Callery Gorge Walk, the 3-star Montrose Backpackers features spa therapy, entertainment activities and barbeque.

Offering skydiving, whitewater rafting and sailing in the area, the 4-star Yha Taupo Finlay Jack'S Backpackers lies within 10 minutes' stroll of Old Military and Early Settlers Cemetery, and within 2 km of Taupo Events Centre.

Located within 5 minutes' walk of Shelley Beach, the pet friendly Atlantis Backpackers has 59 rooms, and lies a short walk from a train station.

Located in close vicinity to AJ Hackett Bungy, the smoke-free Flaming Kiwi Backpackers Queenstown features 11 rooms, various recreational opportunities and barbecue.

The 3-star Ivorytowers Backpacker Lodge is set at a 4.6 km distance from Fox Glacier Lookout and nearly 15 minutes' walk from Fox Glacier Access.

About 15 minutes on foot from Paihia Wharf, guests of the Peppertree Lodge may engage in a variety of activities, including sailing and tennis.

Within 10 minutes' drive of Brod Bay, the 5-star Lakefront Backpackers includes 22 rooms.

Set approximately 25 minutes' walk from That Wanaka Tree, the Adventure boasts entertainment activities and barbecue available on site.

While staying at the Brownston you are invited to discover That Wanaka Tree, set nearly a 25-minute walk away, or Puzzling World, which is 10 minutes' drive away.

West Coast Scenic Waterways and West Coast Tree Tops Walkway & Cafe are located 4.6 km and 3 km from the Lake Mahinapua Ruatapu respectively.

Kiwi and Birdlife Park is within 5 minutes' walk of the Adventure Q2 Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu is about 0.9 km away.

While staying at this 38-room the Yha Lake Tekapo, you can easily walk over to The Church of the Good Shepherd, which is a 5-minute walk away.

The 2-star Tuatara Lodge is only 0.9 km from Invercargill Water Tower and has a quick access to St John's Anglican Church Complex.