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Backpacker Hostels in Christchurch, New Zealand

15 Hostels for Backpackers available. Prices start from $15 for a dorm bed.

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Digital NomadsFemale Solo TravellerParty HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"Welcome to Drifter Christchurch, an experience for the free-spirited where our story is yours. We may not have met yet, but we can’t wait to do so and smile and laugh and sing and talk about

from $13.70
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Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelOlder travelers (+50)

"…The staff are so helpful and friendly. The kitchen is well-equipped and spotless, even providing free tea and coffee. The common rooms are so nice, you could laze here all day! You'd be a fool not

from $11.78
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Haka House

City Center
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"…It is only a couple of minutes away from the large parkland area, including the Botanical Gardens and (free) Christchurch museum, a popular area to spend a few hours on a sunny day. The only

from $14.21

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CouplesFamily-Friendly HostelFemale Solo TravellerQuiet RestSolo Traveller

"…For those catching a flight, wake-up calls can be requested from the reception. Wi-Fi in JUCY Snooze is also completely free and has great signals. This is not a party hostel and everyone is

from $14.00
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CouplesFemale Solo TravellerOlder travelers (+50)Quiet RestSolo Traveller

"…Chester Street Backpackers is an excellent hostel with good beds and clean common areas. It is a relaxing place and a great hostel from which to explore Christchurch. - Chester Street Backpackers

from $16.63
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Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"Good position, cleaned room and bathrooms, Locker, - Good position, cleaned room and bathrooms, lockers, kitchen well equiped I highly recommend it. - Comfortable beds, very clean throughout, very

from $12.26
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Groups (10+ people)Solo Traveller

"Did the trick - It is a big complex and very buzy but clean, quiet and well organised. I had business in town and just needed somewhere convenient to stay for the week. bit on the expensive side

from $14.85
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Digital NomadsQuiet RestSolo Traveller

"…I met my first love/present partner here while doing my laundry. The staff and other guests rocked! - Around The World Backpackers is situated along busy Barbadoes street just outside the real city

from $14.03
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"…Our friendly staff is always ready to help, from reception to housekeeping, ensuring you have a great experience. Accommodation we do have 15 rooms altogether in which some are dormitory, single,

from $14.65
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Party HostelSolo Traveller

263 Bealey Avenue

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Haka Lodge

Linwood
Free Breakfast
CouplesFemale Solo TravellerOlder travelers (+50)Solo TravellerBoutique Hostel

"…It has several big supermarkets around it as well as some other facilities. Rooms and Bathrooms There is only a seven-bed dorm room, which is basically the whole third level of the house. This

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Older travelers (+50)Quiet RestSolo Traveller

"…Only complaint would be that at night it wasn't exactly clear where to go for good food on foot, although that is more a reflection of Christchurch as a city and our lack of planning. Overall, very

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"…Due to weather, we were not able to arrive Christchurch until quite late at night, yet we were accommodated and easily found the three-bunk room. This cozy and quiet hostel has an excellent kitchen/

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Female Solo TravellerSolo Traveller

"…And if you are too lazy to move you could also tan in the large garden. Quite a walk from town, owner was miserable & always stressed. Didnt like the atmosphere at all, there was a big fight over a

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Stonehurst Accommodation

"…It was really clean and handy to the city. I met nearly all the staff and they were really cool. They were really busy at checkout time and in the late afternoon, but the rest of the time they

Hotels in Christchurch

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City Center
CouplesFamily-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"…It is also across the road from the Arts Centre with its craft shops, cafes, theatres, and markets, and only ten minutes’ walk from intercity and local bus stations. The hostel maintains a

from $15.03
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Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo Traveller

"…Additional data can be purchased for an extra charge of NZD 10. Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the

from $29.76
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Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"…Christchurch city centre is just a 15-minute walk away. All units have cooking facilities with a microwave and refrigerator. Each unit has a private en-suite bathroom. Some units have private

from $36.45

Apartments in Christchurch

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Family-Friendly Hostel

"…Our warm sunny Christchurch Motel Units and Cottages offer the following: •Studio, cottages and 1-bedroom family suites are all smokefree - fully serviced to a high standard. •Single, queen-size

from $43.34

Other in Christchurch

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Urban Rooms

"…If you want to stay longer than a couple of weeks to really enjoy Christchurch or to recharge your bank balance then Urban Rooms is the best value place to stay for a clean private room (no more

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Get to know Christchurch

This section is dedicated to take away all your "I wish someone had told me that before I went!" experiences. This way, you can spend less time settling in, and more time making new friends in your chosen hostel. We share our insider knowledge of tips, tricks and important things to look out for in Christchurch.

Get to know Christchurch

Christchurch is the largest city on the south island of New Zealand. It is also the second-biggest city on all of New Zealand, after Auckland. There are a great number of hostels in Christchurch.

Christchurch is the main transportation hub of the southern island of New Zealand, served by bus, train, and air transport. Bus passes in New Zealand are generally one of the best and cheapest ways to get around.

Like in most bigger cities in New Zealand, there are plenty of Christchurch hostels to choose from and the value of the lodgings is usually very good. Expect to pay about NZ$20 and upwards for a dorm room.

Christchurch is sometimes referred to as the most British city in New Zealand. There is plenty of sightseeing to do, the most famous destinations including the Christchurch Cathedral (finished in early 20th century), the Botanic Gardens, and the wide selection of parks, art galleries, and museums. You can also try a Christchurch City Bike Tour or the Punting on the Avon (buy your tickets from the i-Site which is situated in the Cathedral Square). Update: The Christchurch Cathedral was damaged in the 2011 earthquake and is currently being replaced with a new cathedral.

Christchurch is also bustling with festivals, especially in the summertime. Check in ahead for details and possible ticket reservations. Also be sure to book your Christchurch hostel well in advance during the summer as they're more likely to fill up during that time.

Written by local enthusiast for Christchurch hostels

Written by local enthusiast for Christchurch  hostelsMiika

Christchurch Hostel Cheatsheet

Above we list every single hostel there is in the city. Let us take a broader look at what you can expect - and what not. We created this cheatsheet for you to get a more complete picture of the hostel quality in Christchurch, average prices and types of hostels to choose from.
Total number of hostels 15
Average dorm price $35
Average private room price $107
Cheapest hostel in Christchurch85 On Bealey with $30
Party hostels in ChristchurchDrifter Christchurch (2 in total)
Most Christchurch hostels are located in City Center, Latimer Square, Addington
Average rating of all hostels 7.1

FAQ about Christchurch Hostels

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