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The 10 Best Hostels in Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Some of the best backpacker spots in Lake Tekapo

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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.

Guests at the hostel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Lake Tekapo, like hiking, skiing and cycling.

Nice location with superb view, where you can just sit in the kitchen and look at the snow mountain and Lake Tekapo. Facilities is excellent.

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8.7
Fabulous
2,534 reviews
Price from
US$37
per night

Offering a children's playground, a guest lounge and budget accommodation options, Tailor Made Tekapo Accommodation - Guesthouse & Hostel is located in Lake Tekapo. Guests enjoy free on-site parking. Guests enjoy unlimited WiFi per day.

Excellent facilities and a wonderful location. We loved the outside areas which made the hostel feel very homely. The owners were wonderful and very considerate and helpful to us when we had a medical emergency on our last day, and we will be definitely be going again!

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8.1
Very good
1,318 reviews
Price from
US$72
per night

Lakes Edge Lodge is just a 3-minute drive from Lake Tekapo town centre. A free shuttle service is available to and from Lake Tekapo bus terminal.

The hostel is a 5-minute drive from Church of the Good Shephard and a 14-minute drive from Mt John University Observatory.

Great location and views of the lake. The kitchen had all the necessary utensils. Bathroom was clean. Good price for value.

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8.4
Very good
1,471 reviews
Price from
US$28
per night

Situated in Lake Tekapo, 45 km from Mt. Dobson, Stay In Tekapo Backpackers has a garden, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities, as well as free WiFi. All rooms boast a kitchen, a TV with cable channels, and a shared bathroom. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests.

Proximity to Dark Space Project.

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7.6
Good
481 reviews
Price from
US$30
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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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  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 75 reviews
    Great location. Lovely, private house. Very clean, tidy and cozy. Loved staying at Little Rock!
    Luis
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$141.55
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 72 reviews
    Great location, clean room and responsive host
    Nethanel
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$197.47
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 309 reviews
    Great location and high quality facilities.
    John
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$102.42
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 481 reviews
    Well located and cheaper than other hostels.
    Matthew
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$116.82
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,027 reviews
    Clean, well stocked and modern, nice views and great location in town.
    Kristy
    People with friends
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 39 reviews
    Great location, peaceful and quiet. Kitchen is well stocked with cutlery and crockery. The cooktop works well. Love the full size fridge. We arrived quite late, so self check in very easy and much appreciated!
    Weng Yan
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$134.95
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,209 reviews
    This hotel is a little old and dated. Views from Some rooms, while others would have looked into the carpark, quite clean and provisions to make tea/coffee a toaster and crockery in the cupboards. We all felt the interiors needed a refresh. In a great location and I expect that it would have had great views prior to the Youth Hostel and Planetarium buildings existence.
    karen
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: US$92.72
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,534 reviews
    This is a clean, modern hostel in a gorgeous location. The bunk beds are sturdy and very comfortable, with individual outlets, reading lights, and shelves. The lockers in the dorm rooms are big, and the sheets and towels are good quality. There's lots of space in the kitchen, and lots of couches in the upstairs lounge. And everywhere the beautiful lake view.
    Chris
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$92.72
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,534 reviews
    great location, a fantastic hostel with great facilities including and extensive kitchen. our room had great views of the lake. lovely double room with private bathroom
    Brogan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$92.72
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,534 reviews
    Very clean, comfy beds, great location, does not feel like you are staying in a hostel!
    Jennifer
    Solo traveller