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LyLo Christchurch Airport

Christchurch

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.

I
Ivan
From
Croatia
Stunning hostel from both the inside and the outside. Less than a 10-minute walk to Christchurch Airport, just past the outlandishly fascinating International Antarctic Centre. Loved the privacy of the pods ("Beam me up, Scotty!"), and the communal areas as well as the sanitary facilities which were large, clean, and functional. However, the overall vibe was a bit off, and the guests were not as talkative and sociable as one might have hoped for but rather aloof and stand-offish, with quite a number of them more or less staring at their phones. Sign of the times, I suppose.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 7,536 reviews
Price from
US$93.01
1 night, 2 adults

Jailhouse Accommodation

Addington, Christchurch

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.

T
Thomas G.
From
Germany
Perfect accomodation for traveller and backpacker with everything you need.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,565 reviews
Price from
US$62.98
1 night, 2 adults

Haka House Christchurch

Christchurch City-Centre, Christchurch

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.

M
Martin
From
Ireland
Couldn't rate this place highly enough
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,224 reviews
Price from
US$46.43
1 night, 2 adults

Urbanz

Christchurch City-Centre, Christchurch

Renovated in 2015, Urbanz offers accommodation in downtown Christchurch. The building features a range of rooms with either shared or private bathrooms.

A
Annika
From
Germany
The location is excellent to explore the city. Everything is exceptionally clean, we ran into cleaning personell at least twice a day! Kitchen area is quite big and luminous. Nice common area. Rooms have a good size. The hostel seems to be quite new and they seem to care to preserve this state.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,367 reviews
Price from
US$65.84
1 night, 2 adults

85 on Bealey

Saint Albans, Christchurch

Set in Christchurch, 1.2 km from Christchurch Art Gallery, 85 on Bealey offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

M
Mike
From
New Zealand
Great value for money, good location, clean and tidy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 270 reviews
Price from
US$56.68
1 night, 2 adults

Christchurch Backpackers and Cafe

New Brighton, Christchurch

Located in Christchurch, within 500 metres of New Brighton Beach and 8.7 km of Christchurch Art Gallery, Christchurch Backpackers and Cafe provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi...

J
Jonny
From
New Zealand
I liked being close to the beach and the library. Also, having bus stops nearby was very handy. Staff were friendly and hospitable and the facilities were clean and tidy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
Price from
US$41.32
1 night, 2 adults

Chester St Backpackers

Christchurch City-Centre, Christchurch

Chester St Backpackers is situated conveniently in the centre of Christchurch, and offers a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

M
Matilda
From
New Zealand
Long-term Hostel Most amazing people I've met in NZ Very homey Bonus: Cat <3
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Around The World Backpackers

Christchurch City-Centre, Christchurch

Around The World Backpackers is situated just 1.6 km from Christchurch City Centre, and a 10-minute walk from Intercity bus depot at Central Station.

R
Robert
From
United Kingdom
The friendly atmosphere and the garden wad lovely too to relax in
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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  • Avg. price/night: US$125.39
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 7,536 reviews
    Great location, great reception, easy instructions. Safe
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  • Avg. price/night: US$71.54
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,224 reviews
    Really impressed with this hostel! I was upgraded from an 8-bed dorm to a 2-bed dorm, which was small but great to have fewer people. Comfy beds with curtains, individual lights, and chargers by the bed, plus lockers for luggage. They have two kitchens which are well equipped and have everything you need, plus a cozy lounge. Great location for exploring the city, would definitely stay here again! :)
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    Maja
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