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Front of property
Surat Bay Lodge, Motel and Backpackers

Surat Bay Lodge, Motel and Backpackers

3.0 star property
New Haven
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (54)
"Lovely stay with wonderful friendly hosts"
Australia
Philippa
The price is ₹5,657
₹6,559 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Surat Bay Lodge, Motel and Backpackers
Outdoor dining
Eden's Edge Lodge

Eden's Edge Lodge

5.0 star property
Riwaka
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (140)
"Clean room, sumptuous breakfast and quiet location handy to town."
Australia
Belinda
The price is ₹7,023
₹8,077 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Eden's Edge Lodge
Twin Room (Shared Bathroom) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook

Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook

4.5 star property
Mount Cook
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (89)
"This is the cheapest accomodation around"
Australia
Yoong
The price is ₹19,880
₹23,053 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
Terrace/patio
LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown

5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (692)
"Convenient location, easy check in, and clean and modern"
Australia
Sian
The price is ₹10,504
₹12,080 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
LyLo Queenstown
Outdoor spa tub
Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

4.0 star property
Kinloch
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (123)
"Absolutely fantastic retreat close to all the great hikes on the South Island!"
United States
Sarah
The price is ₹7,655
₹8,876 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
Premium House | Deep-soaking bathtub
The Barn Cabins & Camp

The Barn Cabins & Camp

2.0 star property
Marahau
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (146)
"We stayed at the Beach Bach and it had the most amazing views! The cabin was spacious and very well designed- loved the log burner in the middle of the living area and the fire pit outside. Great kitchen too! Had a truly amazing stay and left with great memories of a beautiful place"
United Kingdom
Bernard
The price is ₹6,046
₹6,963 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
The Barn Cabins & Camp
Queen Ensuite | Balcony
Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

2.0 star property
Picton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (212)
"all rooms clean, great staff, very helpful"
Australia
ROBYN
The price is ₹5,474
₹6,295 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
Shared kitchen facilities
The Brownston Hostel

The Brownston Hostel

2.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (104)
"Top notch. Clean, quiet, comfortable and in a good location. "
United States
Ofer
The price is ₹7,238
₹8,324 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
The Brownston Hostel
Lounge
Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo

5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (364)
"Great location. Friendly staff. "
United States
Kit Yee Karen
The price is ₹23,660
₹27,209 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Front of property
The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

2.0 star property
Motueka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (116)
"Great location, very friendly and accommodating staff, and great amenities. Room surfaces were quite dusty/dirty and there were spider webs found periodically but nothing too majorly bad. Heater in the room was great and the bed was very comfortable!"
United States
Arnold
The price is ₹5,293
₹6,087 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
BBQ/picnic Area
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront

Haka House Queenstown Lakefront

3.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (84)
"Nice and warm stay! "
Australia
Kirsty
The price is ₹7,189
₹8,360 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront
Property grounds
The Black Sheep Backpackers

The Black Sheep Backpackers

2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (61)
"Well, the staff was very lovely, and all the areas very well cleaned. Close to town and the price absolutely worth it."
Australia
Jeannette
The price is ₹8,884
₹10,621 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
The Black Sheep Backpackers
Terrace/patio
Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

2.0 star property
Picton
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (356)
"Staff was friendly and helpful. "
Australia
Susan
The price is ₹3,206
₹3,706 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers
Property amenity
LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch

5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Easy and cheap to get a room to stay for the night! Quite nice to stay at. "
Australia
Kaila
The price is ₹7,690
₹8,844 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
LyLo Christchurch
Interior entrance
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (735)
"Staff were super helpful and nice. Staff cleaned kitchen constantly. Location is great."
United States
Qingyi
The price is ₹9,307
₹10,784 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
Interior
Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

2.0 star property
Addington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (345)
"Loved the history and concept. Friendly staff and good amenities for a hostel. 10/10 would stay again and recommend everyone visit at least once. "
United States
Kyler
The price is ₹4,817
₹5,639 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel
Living area
Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel

Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel

2.0 star property
Te Miko
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (201)
"The cleanliness could definitely be improved, as there was a lot of dust and no body soap or shampoo provided. The rain made it difficult to drive to the cabin. However, the staff were kind."
Australia
Hemmaphan
The price is ₹4,298
₹4,942 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel
Lounge
Haka House Franz Josef

Haka House Franz Josef

4.5 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (75)
"the room including bathroom was very clean and modern - appears to have been recently remodeled."
United States
Nathan
The price is ₹5,259
₹6,117 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Haka House Franz Josef
Outdoor dining
Haka House Wanaka

Haka House Wanaka

5.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (235)
"Very strategic location and parking availability"
Australia
Yoong
The price is ₹9,763
₹11,243 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Haka House Wanaka
Exterior
Kumara Historic Cottages - Hostel

Kumara Historic Cottages - Hostel

2.0 star property
Kumara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (30)
"We enjoyed our stay. Good food. Nice staff. "
Australia
Alma
The price is ₹15,109
₹17,376 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Kumara Historic Cottages - Hostel
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

10/10 Excellent
"Very pleasant reception"
Bill 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

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South Island Hostels information

Number of reviews
5,149
Accommodation
54 Hostels
Lowest Price
₹3,706
Highest Price
₹27,209

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