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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. Such a beautiful location, so amazing! Sam working there was really friendly and created a good vibe! Loved all about it here

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9.2
Superb
115 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. Hostess and staff were amazingly friendly and accommodating. 10/10 will recommend ti friends and family

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9.1
Superb
118 reviews
Price from
US$35
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. Location and cleanliness. I had a great stay here. I'll definitely book again for the next time. You can't find a better location accommodation than here.

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8.6
Fabulous
3,559 reviews
Price from
US$34
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. Conveniently by the airport, comfy and has everything you might need. Unfortunately I didn’t have any time to enjoy it since I arrived very late and had to leave early morning. The receptionist was exceptional, helping me with my questions when I checked in at 3am and when I checked out at 7. Thank you for your help especially since I couldn’t even use my phone, you saved my stay :-)))

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8
Very good
7,538 reviews
Price from
US$29
per night

Dusky Lodge offers budget accommodation. Free WiFi in public areas and free on-site parking are provided.

Guests staying at Dusky Lodge Kaikoura can prepare a meal in the shared kitchens available.

For those looking to relax at the property there are sun decks, otherwise, the tour desk can help advise guests on what to see in the surrounding areas. The staff was friendly. Great facilities! The view from the kitchen and the patio really amazing. I definitely recommend it.

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8
Very good
1,025 reviews
Price from
US$25
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. The place is nice and cozy. There are bunny and guinea pigs you can feed and play with.

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8.1
Very good
1,267 reviews
Price from
US$75
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. Very unique and interesting property. I really enjoyed the history of being a real jail in the past and the whole “prisoner theme”

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8.3
Very good
1,564 reviews
Price from
US$19
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. This hostel was top notch - good location, free parking, lots of space in the room, comfortable and clean, great kitchen and common area and the staff were so lovely

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8.5
Very good
1,246 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. Excellent hostel, fantastic vibe, no complaints whatsoever.

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8.6
Fabulous
1,956 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. All good, I had a great stay! Everything was comfortable and clean, Friendly staff

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8.5
Very good
1,197 reviews
Price from
US$23
per night

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