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.

Nestled 1 km from the city centre, this boutique hostel comprises 22 rooms and bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower.

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.

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

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

The Manowhenua Lodge National Park is a comfortable 2-star property set just 550 metres from My Kiwi Adventure and 10 minutes on foot from Tupapakurua Falls Lookout.

Situated nearly a 5-minute walk from Avalanche Creek Waterfall, the 4-star Mountain House features 13 rooms with shared bathrooms.

Featuring 7 rooms with views of the sea, the smoke-free Surat Bay Lodge By The Sea/Backpackers Owaka is set 10 minutes' drive from Teapot World.

The Crossing Lodge & Backpackers is set a 20-minute stroll from Uenuku Pines Mountain Bike Park and a 10-minute ride from Makatote Viaduct.

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.

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.

While staying at the Barnyard Backpackers you are invited to discover Rainbow Reach, set about a 10-minute drive away, or The Kepler Mire, which is approximately a 25-minute walk 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.

Cromwell Fruit Sculpture is within 2.7 km of the Falcon'S Nest and Mt Difficulty Wines is nearly a 10-minute drive away.

Nestled 1 km from the city centre, this superior hostel comprises 26 rooms and bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower.

Set just outside Centre City Shopping Centre, the hostel offers an eco-friendly accommodation within 5 minutes' walk of the city centre.

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.

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.

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

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

The 3-star Toad Hall Accommodation boasts 18 rooms along with table tennis and billiards, at 450 metres of Marine Parade.

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

Set merely 0.7 km from Brunner Mine, the rooms in the Brunnerton Lodge And Backpackers Greymouth have views of garden.

While staying at the 4-star Tatahi Cove Back Packer Hahei you are invited to discover Te Whanganui-A-Hei Marine Reserve, set nearly a 20-minute stroll away, or Cathedral Cove Parking all day, which is 1.1 km away.

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.

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

The K Road City Travellers is nestled in the very heart of the central Auckland Central Business district, 36 minutes' drive from Auckland airport.

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.

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.

Located at a 1.5 km distance from Wellington Waterfront, the 3-star Dwellington features a continental breakfast.

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

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.

While staying at the Arthouse Accommodation Tauranga you are invited to discover Bayfair Shopping Centre, set 10 minutes' drive away, or The Elms, which is approximately a 5-minute walk away.

That Wanaka Tree is 7 km from the 2-star Zula Lodge, while Prophet's Rock Wines is approximately 10 minutes' drive away.

The Centabay Lodge And Backpackers is set 1.7 km from Waitangi Treaty Grounds and a 10-minute ride from Omata Estate Vineyard & Kitchen.

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.

The Old Bones Lodge is set at a 4.6 km distance from Oamaru Lookout Point and 15 minutes' drive from Oamaru's Victorian Precinct.

Connell and Clowes' Store is set within 5 minutes' walk of the 3-star Coastal Accommodation.

Bushy Beach Scenic Reserve and Bushy Beach are located 1.5 km and 1.6 km from the Backpackers respectively.

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.

Placed 5 minutes' walk from Picton Sound and in the very heart of Picton, the Villa offers 46 rooms.

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.

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.

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.

A mere 07 km from Motueka District Museum, the White Elephant Accomodation includes 25 rooms.

Comprising 11 rooms in the heart of Christchurch, the Around The World Backpackers lies within 5 minutes' drive of Avon River.

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

Pohutukawa Gallery, popular for ping-pong and darts, is within 2.7 km of the 4-star Pacific Coast Lodge And Backpackers Mount Maunganui.

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

Featuring 10 rooms with views of the patio, the 3-star Relax A Lodge is set nearly a 20-minute walk from Makana Confections.

Placed in proximity to West Coast Wildlife Centre and right in the centre of Franz Josef, the 3-star Glow Worm Accommodation offers 48 rooms.

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

St James Anglican Church is within 5 minutes' walk of the Chateau Backpackers & Motels Franz Josef and Tatare Tunnels Walk is about a 10-minute stroll away.

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.

Featuring yoga classes and barbecue, the Bazil'S Backpackers Bbh Hostel & Surf School has a quiet setting merely 500 metres from Coaltown Museum.

Located a mere 250 metres from St Patrick's Parish and 5 minutes' drive from Nimmo Gallery & Store, the 5-star Global Village Travellers Lodge Greymouth features fitness classes and recreational facilities.

Located 5 minutes on foot from Ferrari's and within 0.7 km of Cobden Bridge, the 5-star Noah'S Ark Backpackers Greymouth features spa therapy and recreational facilities.

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

Located within 15 minutes' walk of the city centre, this heritage hostel gives quick access to The Suter Art Gallery.

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

Featuring a location in the heart of Ohakune, the 4-star Lknz Lodge consists of 50 rooms and includes a hot tub and sauna facilities.

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

Situated right in the centre of Greymouth and around 15 minutes' walk from St Patrick's Parish, the 5-star Duke offers 18 rooms.

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.

The venue with views of the courtyard is placed 10 minutes' walk from the centre of Hanmer Springs, at a short distance from Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa.

Davies Bay Campsite is at 850 metres from the Lodge Anakiwa.

Staying at this backpacker hostel, guest will enjoy garden views, and 23 rooms with all necessary comforts.

Placed a mere 5 minutes' stroll from Queen Street and in the very heart of Auckland, the 2-star Bk offers 48 rooms.

Featuring 20 rooms with views of the city, the comfortable 5-star Bridge Backpackers is set 5 minutes by car from Miyazu Gardens.

Featuring location 0.8 km from the lake, the hostel lies in the vicinity of Dunedin Casino.

The 3-star Backpackers is a good starting point to National Park's sights including Mt Ruapehu, which is only 5 minutes' walk away.

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

With garden views, the venue is placed 10 minutes' walk from the center of Waitomo Caves, at a short distance from Waitomo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre.

The venue with views of the sea is placed 10 minutes' walk from the centre of Napier, at a short distance from Marine Parade Sea Wall.

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.

While staying at the 2-star Kanuka Ridge Lodge Marahau you are invited to discover Wilsons Abel Tasman, set 3.8 km away, or Split Apple Rock, which is a 10-minute ride away.

The Lazy Cow Accommodation is set less than 10 minutes on foot from Maruia Falls and within 10 minutes' walk of Murchison Museum.

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.

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

Located within 30 minutes' walk of the city center, this beachfront hostel gives quick access to Peninsula Seal Colony.

Set just outside Aotea Centre, the hostel offers an eco-friendly accommodation within 25 minutes' walk of the city centre.

The Southern Comfort, located at 650 metres from Southland Museum and Art Gallery, is also at a proximity to Band Rotunda.

Guests can also enjoy access to Hongoeka Bay Beach, which is about 10 minutes on foot from the smoke-free Moana Lodge Plimmerton.