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Travel insights for hostels in Christchurch

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Christchurch including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Christchurch?

The cheapest day to stay in Christchurch is Wednesday ($65). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $246.

How much is a hostel in Christchurch tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Christchurch tonight starting as low as $40, rising to an average cost of $135, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $46 for a 4-star hostel in Christchurch for tonight.

How much is a Christchurch hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Christchurch this weekend for as little as $45/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $43/night. For a 4-star hostel in Christchurch, the cheapest rate recently found was $54/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Christchurch?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 13 days before your trip to Christchurch. The lowest price found when booking 13 days ahead was $40 per night.
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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 $37 per night. There is currently one property in Christchurch that can be booked for this price. Urbanz is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2025
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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Urbanz
Urbanz

Urbanz

273 Manchester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$37
Avg. per night
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Jailhouse Accommodation
Jailhouse Accommodation

Jailhouse Accommodation

338 Lincoln Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$39
Avg. per night
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Other accommodations in Christchurch

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Haka House Christchurch
Haka House Christchurch

Haka House Christchurch

36 Hereford Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$33
Avg. per night
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Lylo Christchurch
Lylo Christchurch

Lylo Christchurch

5 Peter Leeming Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
8.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$144
Avg. per night
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Randolph Motel Apartments
Randolph Motel Apartments

Randolph Motel Apartments

79 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$168
Avg. per night
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North South Holiday Park
North South Holiday Park

North South Holiday Park

Christchurch, New Zealand
8.6 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$72
Avg. per night
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South Brighton Holiday Park
South Brighton Holiday Park

South Brighton Holiday Park

Christchurch, New Zealand
8.2 km from city centre
$74
Avg. per night
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Quest on Manchester Serviced Apartments
Quest on Manchester Serviced Apartments

Quest on Manchester Serviced Apartments

Christchurch, New Zealand
0.7 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$168
Avg. per night
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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 21 April 2025.
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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 21 April 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Christchurch?

    $74/night is an average price for a hostel in Christchurch throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in October is the most expensive month to book, and in March is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Christchurch hostels for as low as $28/night. In general, Christchurch hostels for $41 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Christchurch?

    Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in Christchurch is Urbanz. 2,784 users from HotelsCombined gave the Urbanz a 7.7/10 rating.

  • What hostel is closest to Christchurch Airport?

    The closest Christchurch hostel to Christchurch Airport is Jailhouse Accommodation, which is 8.9 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, 28% 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 Westfield Riccarton?

    Urbanz happens to be the most popular Christchurch hostel near Westfield Riccarton among our users. The Urbanz has a current rating of 7.7 from 2,784 HotelsCombined travellers. Westfield Riccarton is also conveniently located just 3.4 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.

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