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Southern Comfort

Invercargill

Located in Invercargill, Southern Comfort features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.5 km from Rugby Park Stadium.

Guests at the hostel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Invercargill, like cycling. Nice place in Invercargill for backpacking, I recommend

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9.4
Superb
447 reviews
Price from
108 zł
per night

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. The bedroom was so cozy with extra blankets, humidifier and heaters. Very homey.

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9.3
Superb
226 reviews
Price from
264 zł
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. Sweet, friendly, and very helpful owner. Comfortable, clean, quiet, with great kitchen. Would definitely stay again.

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9.2
Superb
108 reviews
Price from
129 zł
per night

Adventure Inn Marahau

Marahau

Set in Marahau, 300 metres from Marahau Beach, Adventure Inn Marahau offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities. The accommodation features evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

At the hostel, all rooms have air conditioning and a shared bathroom. The staff were very nice and helpful! The whole place was cleaned every day and the vibe was very relaxed.

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9.2
Superb
325 reviews

Oamaru Backpackers

Oamaru

Featuring free WiFi, Oamaru Backpackers offers budget accommodation in Oamaru. Some rooms feature views of the sea or garden.

Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony is 1.2 km from the property, while Steampunk HQ is just 450 metres away. There are shops, bars and restaurants within close walking distance from Oamaru Backpackers. The place was really nice. It was pretty snall so it felt homie and comfortable. The rooms were beatiful and the sleeping beds were comfortable and felt private. Also loved the garden outside.

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9
Superb
622 reviews
Price from
139 zł
per night

Old Bones Lodge 5 stars

Oamaru

Just a short walk to the beach, Old Bones Lodge is located in Oamaru. The accommodation offers a spa and wellness centre, library and terrace. Free WiFi access is available.

Featuring a view of the garden or sea, each room at Old Bones Lodge provides an outdoor dining area and outdoor furniture. Ironing facilities are also available. Hot tubs and the sauna are provided for an additional cost. Very nice dining room with a fire place, great owners with love for their lodge

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9.3
Superb
220 reviews
Price from
240 zł
per night

Global Village Travellers Lodge 5 stars

Greymouth

You can choose to stay in a lively dorm room or in the comfort of a private room. Bed linen is provided for all rooms. The shared bathroom facilities offer contemporary fittings and are equipped with hair dryers. Loved that we had a private deck off our room.

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9.2
Superb
751 reviews
Price from
81 zł
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. Amazing hostel. Amazing location, super comfortable beds, everything was nice and clean. This was one of my favorite stays of my trip, I almost wished I had a longer stay. They also had a bit of the Lord of the Rings soundtrack weaved into the mix of music playing and I LOVED IT. Nice quiet songs I think even a non fan could appreciate and just alternated in there a bit with their other music. For me it created such an amazing atmosphere. If I ever manage to make my way back to Tekapo I'd love to stay here again

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8.7
Fabulous
2,540 reviews
Price from
148 zł
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. Clean environment, kitchen , toilet, pod room, can self check in and check out. With digital locker provided.nearby have MCD , KFC, and restaurants.

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8
Very good
5,548 reviews
Price from
109 zł
per night

Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers 5 stars

Te Anau

Set in park-like grounds on the shores of Lake Te Anau, 5 minutes' walk from the town centre, Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers has both mountain and lake views from the majority of the rooms.

Additional facilities at Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers include a movie room and indoor and outdoor kitchen facilities, including a BBQ. Laundry facilities and on-site storage are available. Bathrooms were spotless at all times! Lovely rooms and kind staff. And the location was so great.

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8.5
Very good
1,876 reviews
Price from
103 zł
per night

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