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Hostels in Christchurch, New Zealand

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Christchurch, New Zealand
11 May — 12 May2
Christchurch, New Zealand
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Tips for booking hostels in Christchurch

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Christchurch. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 4 May 2024.
Cheapest month:May
Most expensive month:July
Average price in Christchurch:$78/night
Cheapest price found:$27/night
Cheapest day:Wednesday
Most expensive day:Sunday
$42 - $135
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$52 - $122
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Christchurch hostels

Browse through properties in Christchurch that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 1,226 properties in Christchurch and data was last updated on 4 May 2024.
According to our users, these are some of the best hostels to stay at in Christchurch. Be sure to read user reviews to learn why these hostels are among the highest rated.
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273 Manchester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$42
Avg. per night
5 Peter Leeming Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
8.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$48
Avg. per night
36 Hereford Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$45
Avg. per night

Cheapest hostels in Christchurch, New Zealand

Discover affordable stays in Christchurch that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Christchurch can be found for as low as $28 per night. There is currently one property in Christchurch that can be booked for this price. Point Break Backpackers is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 4 May 2024
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in Christchurch for the selected dates. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
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6 Union Street New Brighton, Christchurch, New Zealand
8.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$28
Avg. per night
338 Lincoln Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$48
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Christchurch

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Christchurch to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Christchurch at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 4 May 2024.
hostels located in the Christchurch area sorted by price and hostel class. Change the dates at the top of the page to see more options in Christchurch.
2 stars
2 stars and under
338 Lincoln Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
273 Manchester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
3 stars
3 stars
36 Hereford Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
4 stars
4 stars +
5 Peter Leeming Road, Christchurch, New Zealand

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Other accommodations in Christchurch

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Christchurch, New Zealand
11.1 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$192
Avg. per night
Christchurch, New Zealand
4.9 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$92
Avg. per night
Christchurch, New Zealand
8.6 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$69
Avg. per night
Christchurch, New Zealand
8.2 km from city centre
$65
Avg. per night
53 Bealey Avenue, Central City, Christchurch, New Zealand
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$107
Avg. per night
252 Barbadoes Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$127
Avg. per night
85 Sherbourne St, Christchurch, New Zealand
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$120
Avg. per night
Christchurch, New Zealand
0.7 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$168
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Christchurch

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Christchurch to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 4 May 2024.
Whether you're visiting Christchurch for leisure or business, utilize the map to find hostels close to your ideal location. You can find more information on a particular hostel within the map by clicking on its name.

Facts about staying in Christchurch

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Christchurch to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 4 May 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Christchurch?

    $78/night is an average price for a hostel in Christchurch throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in February is the most expensive month to book, and in November is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Christchurch hostels for as low as $27/night. In general, Christchurch hostels for $59 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Christchurch?

    Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in Christchurch is Haka House Christchurch. 375 users from HotelsCombined gave the Haka House Christchurch a 8.4/10 rating.

  • What hostel is closest to Christchurch Airport?

    The closest Christchurch hostel to Christchurch Airport is Lylo Christchurch, which is 1.4 km away.

  • What area of Christchurch is most popular to stay in?

    Christchurch Central City is the most popular area of Christchurch to stay in. In the past year, 17% of HotelsCombined users looking for Christchurch hostels searched within Christchurch Central City. Urbanz is a popular hostel in Christchurch Central City if you choose to stay in the area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Christchurch closest to Queen Elizabeth II Park?

    Urbanz happens to be the most popular Christchurch hostel near Queen Elizabeth II Park among our users. The Urbanz has a current rating of 7.7 from 2,602 HotelsCombined travellers. Queen Elizabeth II Park is also conveniently located just 6.8 km from this hostel.

  • Should I stay in a Christchurch hostel?

    Aside from the fact that Christchurch hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Christchurch.

  • Does Christchurch have hostels with “Parking” listed as an amenity?

    4 hostels in Christchurch currently have “Parking” as a listed amenity. We recommend booking Lylo Christchurch, which is the most popular hostel in Christchurch with this amenity.

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