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Rata Lodge Accommodation

Otira

All units in the hostel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower, rooms at Rata Lodge Accommodation also provide guests with free WiFi, while selected rooms have a mountain view. At the accommodation every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. Bed was comfy, hosts were amazing, great games to pick from, fully stocked kitchen, close to Arthur’s Pass hiking

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9.3
Superb
224 reviews
Price from
£53
per night

Oxford Queenette Backpackers

Oxford

Oxford Queenette Backpackers offers renovated hotel acommodation right in the Oxford town centre, opposite the Town Hall and behind the Queenette Dairy shop. Oxford swimming pool, fitness centre and children's playground are just 100 metres away and the local library and information centre are just across the main street. complimentary milk, tea and biscuits. a small gesture but really appreciated very clean

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9.2
Superb
108 reviews
Price from
£26
per night

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo

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
2,529 reviews
Price from
£30
per night

LyLo Christchurch 5 stars

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. Free WiFi is provided and parking is available. Walking distance from airport (there is a paved path directly from the airport to Lylo that is well labeled). They also allowed early check in for a small fee ($10)

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8
Very good
5,517 reviews
Price from
£20
per night

Tailor Made Tekapo Accommodation - Guesthouse & Hostel

Lake Tekapo

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. Very easy to check in. Staff was very considerate, heated the room for me.

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8.1
Very good
1,318 reviews
Price from
£58
per night

Lakes Edge Lodge

Lake Tekapo

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. The view from this hostel was incredible. Such an ideal location for enjoying the beautiful lake and the place was so clean. The staff were also incredibly friendly and helpful.

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8.4
Very good
1,469 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

Jailhouse Accommodation 4 stars

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. Guests enjoy free parking and free WiFi in public areas. The people the vibe absolutely everything 10/10

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8.1
Very good
1,226 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

Dolphin Lodge 4 stars

Kaikoura

Just 2 minutes' walk from Kaikoura town centre, Dolphin Lodge features views of the coastline and the mountain ranges. Guests enjoy free on-site parking.

Guests can choose to stay in a dormitory room or in the comfort of a private room. Each room includes free linen, heating and daily cleaning. Most rooms have shared bathroom facilities. beautiful view,owner is very nice

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8.2
Very good
1,048 reviews
Price from
£19
per night

Haka House Aoraki Mt Cook 4 stars

Mount Cook Village

Situated Among the Southern Alps, Haka House Aoraki Mt Cook features views of Mount Cook, and is 200 metres from Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre. It offers affordable accommodation with a seasonal barbecue area, a self-catering guest kitchen and free access to a sauna room.

Guests can choose to stay in a lively dormitory room or in the comfort of a private room. Toilet and bathroom facilities are shared. Up to 5GB of free WiFi is available for guests. I was impressed how clean all facilities were here! Even under the bed! Thank you guys! Keep doing it! All kitchen stuff was absolutely clean!

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8.6
Fabulous
1,137 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

Mountain House

Arthur's Pass

Set in Arthur's Pass, within 1.4 km of Devils Punchbowl Falls and 600 metres of Arthur's Pass Train Station, Mountain House offers accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 1.4 km from Arthur's Pass National Park, 4 km from Temple Basin and 48 km from Broken River Ski Field. Craigieburn is 49 km from the hostel. It’s like a mystical little getaway in the mountains. City, clean and beautiful.

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8
Very good
621 reviews
Price from
£19
per night

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