Title: Find the Best South Island Hostels from CA $65 | Expedia.ca [South Island Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/South-Island.dx6052692)[Hotels in South Island](https://expedia.ca/South-Island-Hotels.d6052692.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in South Island](https://expedia.ca/South-Island-Vacation-Rentals.d6052692.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to South Island](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-South-Island.d6052692.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in South Island](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-South-Island.d6052692.Travel-Guide-Activities)[South Island Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-South-Island.d6052692.Car-Rental-Guide)[South Island Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/South-Island.d6052692.Destination-Travel-Guides) ![Skyline Gondola featuring a bay or harbour and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502443/82b666ed-65dd-4e7f-9f62-ae9c46c2c37a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Search Hostels in South Island from CA $65 - 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Dec 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/New-Haven-Hotels-Surat-Bay-Lodge-Backpackers-Hostel.h21430526.Hotel-Information) ![Twin Room (Shared Bathroom)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4930000/4922100/4922064/df8a9eeb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bicycling](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4930000/4922100/4922064/dc87e0bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4930000/4922100/4922064/77549b1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4930000/4922100/4922064/93ab0850.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook [](https://www.expedia.ca/Mount-Cook-Hotels-YHA-Aoraki-Mt-Cook-Backpacker.h4922064.Hotel-Information) Mount Cook 9.0/10 Wonderful (89) "This is the cheapest accomodation around" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Yoong CA $309 CA $358 total includes taxes & fees Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Mount-Cook-Hotels-YHA-Aoraki-Mt-Cook-Backpacker.h4922064.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21480000/21478800/21478753/52fc6356.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21480000/21478800/21478753/414eaa04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21480000/21478800/21478753/474b869f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21480000/21478800/21478753/33e3b93f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Eden's Edge Lodge [](https://www.expedia.ca/Riwaka-Hotels-Edens-Edge-Lodge.h21478753.Hotel-Information) Riwaka 9.6/10 Exceptional (140) "Clean room, sumptuous breakfast and quiet location handy to town." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Belinda CA $108 CA $124 total includes taxes & fees Dec 15 - Dec 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Riwaka-Hotels-Edens-Edge-Lodge.h21478753.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19380000/19371800/19371783/6d4e0036.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Shared fridge, microwave](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19380000/19371800/19371783/e9f38c45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Private Single Pod in Female Only 8 Share Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19380000/19371800/19371783/c8d730f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19380000/19371800/19371783/8d01614c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### LyLo Queenstown [](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-JUCY-Snooze-Queenstown.h19371783.Hotel-Information) Queenstown City Centre 8.4/10 Very good (692) "Convenient location, easy check in, and clean and modern" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Sian CA $161 CA $186 total includes taxes & fees Dec 21 - Dec 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-JUCY-Snooze-Queenstown.h19371783.Hotel-Information) ![Premium House | Deep soaking bathtub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15890000/15886200/15886153/db6e67c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Beach nearby, white sand](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15890000/15886200/15886153/1a8702d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15890000/15886200/15886153/5fa9462b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15890000/15886200/15886153/db8ba73c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Barn Cabins & Camp [](https://www.expedia.ca/Marahau-Hotels-The-Barn-Cabins-Camping.h15886153.Hotel-Information) Marahau 9.2/10 Wonderful (146) "We stayed at the Beach Bach and it had the most amazing views! The cabin was spacious and very well designed- loved the log burner in the middle of the living area and the fire pit outside. Great kitchen too! Had a truly amazing stay and left with great memories of a beautiful place" ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Bernard CA $88 CA $103 total includes taxes & fees Dec 18 - Dec 19 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Marahau-Hotels-The-Barn-Cabins-Camping.h15886153.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3850000/3848400/3848386/55a1e7c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3850000/3848400/3848386/293cae08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3850000/3848400/3848386/57359ea0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3850000/3848400/3848386/70379dc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kinloch Wilderness Retreat [](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Kinloch-Wilderness-Retreat.h3848386.Hotel-Information) Kinloch 8.4/10 Very good (123) "Absolutely fantastic retreat close to all the great hikes on the South Island!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Sarah CA $120 CA $139 total includes taxes & fees Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Kinloch-Wilderness-Retreat.h3848386.Hotel-Information) ![Queen Ensuite | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24260000/24257400/24257397/6faf2846.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Apartment | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24260000/24257400/24257397/b3b5fe03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Apartment | Shared kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24260000/24257400/24257397/9087c012.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24260000/24257400/24257397/72a0a0a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers [](https://www.expedia.ca/Picton-Hotels-Tombstone-Motel.h24257397.Hotel-Information) Picton 9.2/10 Wonderful (212) "all rooms clean, great staff, very helpful" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) ROBYN CA $84 CA $97 total includes taxes & fees Dec 17 - Dec 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Picton-Hotels-Tombstone-Motel.h24257397.Hotel-Information) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4930000/4922100/4922068/41170129.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4930000/4922100/4922068/77ffd581.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Foosball, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4930000/4922100/4922068/cc6a4b5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4930000/4922100/4922068/w3592h2400x8y0-224b6a13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Haka House Lake Tekapo [](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-YHA-Lake-Tekapo.h4922068.Hotel-Information) Lake Tekapo 8.8/10 Excellent (364) "Great location. Friendly staff. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Kit Yee Karen CA $281 CA $323 total includes taxes & fees Dec 15 - Dec 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-YHA-Lake-Tekapo.h4922068.Hotel-Information) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/0e008596.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/7fd09206.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/a9ba960d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/0b907595.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Haka House Franz Josef [](https://www.expedia.ca/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-YHA-Franz-Josef-Hostel.h3978257.Hotel-Information) Franz Josef Glacier 8.4/10 Very good (75) "the room including bathroom was very clean and modern - appears to have been recently remodeled." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Nathan CA $73 CA $84 total includes taxes & fees Dec 16 - Dec 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-YHA-Franz-Josef-Hostel.h3978257.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624700/9624615/073c571d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624700/9624615/63259058.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624700/9624615/d4c3434d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624700/9624615/e5499e65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel [](https://www.expedia.ca/Motueka-Hotels-The-White-Elephant-Accommodation.h9624615.Hotel-Information) Motueka 8.8/10 Excellent (116) "Great location, very friendly and accommodating staff, and great amenities. Room surfaces were quite dusty/dirty and there were spider webs found periodically but nothing too majorly bad. Heater in the room was great and the bed was very comfortable!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Arnold CA $79 CA $92 total includes taxes & fees Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Motueka-Hotels-The-White-Elephant-Accommodation.h9624615.Hotel-Information) ![Shared kitchen facilities](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99110000/99101600/99101506/c5f78afd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Quadruple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99110000/99101600/99101506/85cfee83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99110000/99101600/99101506/170ee67d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99110000/99101600/99101506/9c10171a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Brownston Hostel [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-73-Brownston-Street.h99101506.Hotel-Information) Wanaka 8.6/10 Excellent (104) "Top notch. Clean, quiet, comfortable and in a good location. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Ofer CA $111 CA $128 total includes taxes & fees Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-73-Brownston-Street.h99101506.Hotel-Information) ![Shared fridge, microwave](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19310000/19308500/19308431/bc7ebaa4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19310000/19308500/19308431/c8898645.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19310000/19308500/19308431/f033b37e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19310000/19308500/19308431/61d7a3a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tahuna Pod Hostel [](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Tahuna-Pod-Hostel.h19308431.Hotel-Information) Queenstown City Centre 9.2/10 Wonderful (202) "Loved stay here. Wish there were more like it across the country" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Adele CA $200 CA $230 total includes taxes & fees Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Tahuna-Pod-Hostel.h19308431.Hotel-Information) ![Bicycling](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12360000/12358800/12358725/41c49d9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12360000/12358800/12358725/91ac2db1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12360000/12358800/12358725/ba2d4d4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Single Private Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12360000/12358800/12358725/f4ef7842.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Global Village Backpackers [](https://www.expedia.ca/Greymouth-Hotels-Global-Village-Backpackers.h12358725.Hotel-Information) Central Greymouth 9.4/10 Exceptional (140) "Excellent all the way around! Staff were amazing! All amenities were superb! The organization and cleanliness of the property was above par! This hostel is definitely one of the top 3 hostels we’ve ever stayed at in the world!!! Really appreciate the attention to detail in the entire hostel, and the atmosphere of it was amazing!!! Great Job, I would stay again and again! Highly will and already have recommended!! " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Arnold CA $68 CA $79 total includes taxes & fees Dec 15 - Dec 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Greymouth-Hotels-Global-Village-Backpackers.h12358725.Hotel-Information) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15620000/15616500/15616452/e5109f58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Shared kitchen facilities](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15620000/15616500/15616452/daadb29e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15620000/15616500/15616452/a5a7b507.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15620000/15616500/15616452/1d01387d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### LyLo Christchurch [](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Jucy-Snooze-Christchurch.h15616452.Hotel-Information) Christchurch Airport 8.4/10 Very good (1001) "Easy and cheap to get a room to stay for the night! Quite nice to stay at. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Kaila CA $106 CA $122 total includes taxes & fees Dec 15 - Dec 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Jucy-Snooze-Christchurch.h15616452.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36330000/36322300/36322246/1cabf18d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36330000/36322300/36322246/74c74f6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36330000/36322300/36322246/6ecef39e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36330000/36322300/36322246/adb4df11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kumara Historic Cottages - Hostel [](https://www.expedia.ca/Kumara-Hotels-The-Undertaker-Backpackers.h36322246.Hotel-Information) Kumara 9.0/10 Wonderful (30) "We enjoyed our stay. Good food. Nice staff. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Alma CA $240 CA $276 total includes taxes & fees Dec 18 - Dec 19 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Kumara-Hotels-The-Undertaker-Backpackers.h36322246.Hotel-Information) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3520000/3515400/3515374/4e3d41fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3520000/3515400/3515374/e975f00f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3520000/3515400/3515374/ff3d636f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3520000/3515400/3515374/75bc0327.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nomads Queenstown Backpackers [](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Nomads-Queenstown-Backpackers.h3515374.Hotel-Information) Queenstown City Centre 8.2/10 Very good (735) "Staff were super helpful and nice. Staff cleaned kitchen constantly. Location is great." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Qingyi CA $158 CA $182 total includes taxes & fees Dec 17 - Dec 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Nomads-Queenstown-Backpackers.h3515374.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/5000000/4995700/4995642/c3c07a14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Shared fridge, microwave](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/5000000/4995700/4995642/d1997923.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/5000000/4995700/4995642/15bc09ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/5000000/4995700/4995642/cb8a42ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Haka House Wanaka [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-YHA-Wanaka-Hostel.h4995642.Hotel-Information) Wanaka 8.6/10 Excellent (235) "Very strategic location and parking availability" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Yoong CA $125 CA $145 total includes taxes & fees Dec 18 - Dec 19 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-YHA-Wanaka-Hostel.h4995642.Hotel-Information) ![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978262/4c3027ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978262/d588a58a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978262/080019c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978262/33a515b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Haka House Queenstown Lakefront [](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-YHA-Queenstown-Lakefront-Hostel.h3978262.Hotel-Information) Queenstown City Centre 9.2/10 Wonderful (84) "Nice and warm stay! " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Kirsty CA $126 CA $146 total includes taxes & fees Dec 15 - Dec 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-YHA-Queenstown-Lakefront-Hostel.h3978262.Hotel-Information) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19200000/19199500/19199441/4dfb5e85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Shared fridge, microwave](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19200000/19199500/19199441/f6628978.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19200000/19199500/19199441/0da21cdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19200000/19199500/19199441/20394042.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Black Sheep Backpackers [](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-The-Black-Sheep-Backpackers.h19199441.Hotel-Information) Queenstown City Centre 8.4/10 Very good (61) "Well, the staff was very lovely, and all the areas very well cleaned. Close to town and the price absolutely worth it." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Jeannette CA $128 CA $153 total includes taxes & fees Dec 15 - Dec 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-The-Black-Sheep-Backpackers.h19199441.Hotel-Information) ![Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37916800/37916736/3df12221.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37916800/37916736/5483255e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Coffee service](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37916800/37916736/18655210.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37916800/37916736/721bf8b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Duke Hostel [](https://www.expedia.ca/Greymouth-Hotels-The-Duke-Hostel.h37916736.Hotel-Information) Greymouth 8.6/10 Excellent (72) "Have stayed couple of times. Staff were very accommodating and kind. Room was nice and comfy. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Jaypee CA $56 CA $65 total includes taxes & fees Dec 15 - Dec 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Greymouth-Hotels-The-Duke-Hostel.h37916736.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Sudima-Queenstown.h67277771.Hotel-Information) ![Bealey Quarter](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32950000/32947200/32947186/2730b43c_y.jpg) ### Bealey Quarter 10/10 Excellent "Staff were terrific, all amenities were fabulous, the property and restaurant were awesome, and the location was perfect for walking to get around. Recommend a second kitchen." [](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Bealey-Quarter.h32947186.Hotel-Information) ![BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10160000/10153700/10153686/30273335_y.jpg) ### BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch 10/10 Excellent "The room was clean, staff friendly and very helpful. The food in the restaurant was amazing!! " [](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-BreakFree-On-Cashel.h10153686.Hotel-Information) ![Novotel Christchurch Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/fa910380_y.jpg) ### Novotel Christchurch Airport 10/10 Excellent "Amazing views, friendly service, lovely food" [](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Novotel-Christchurch-Airport.h18258191.Hotel-Information) ![Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4200000/4192700/4192650/61562b11_y.jpg) ### Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels 10/10 Excellent "Close to beach and town centre (walking distance). Laundry room had enough washers and dryers that there was no line, the units also worked well. Kitchen was a little chaotic but that could be due to the other patrons, staff made sure that it was clean and guests had access to pots/pans/knives/chopping boards/etc. Our cabin was tiny but cozy, with good layout for two people and two big suitcases." [](https://expedia.ca/Te-Anau-Hotels-Te-Anau-Lakeview-Kiwi-Holiday-Park-Motels.h4192650.Hotel-Information) ![Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3220000/3218900/3218849/29b191db_y.jpg) ### Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown 10/10 Excellent "Large spacious apartment with full cooking facilities and well equipped kitchen. Magnificent view from room " [](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Swiss-Belsuites-Pounamu-Queenstown.h3218849.Hotel-Information) ![Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37410000/37408100/37408030/2afec57f_y.jpg) ### Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central 10/10 Excellent "Very pleasant reception" [](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Ramada-By-Wyndham-Queenstown-Central.h37408030.Hotel-Information) ![La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59200000/59194900/59194834/069a4291_y.jpg) ### La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown 10/10 Excellent "Clean room, staff, great sheets, crisp and cotton. " [](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-LQ-Queenstown.h59194834.Hotel-Information) ![Sudima Christchurch Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/973a3fae_y.jpg) ### Sudima Christchurch Airport 10/10 Excellent "This place was perfect, there was just one " [](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Sudima-Christchurch-Airport.h889383.Hotel-Information) ## Find out more about South Island ## South Island Hostels information | Number of reviews | 4,669 | | ----------------- | ---------- | | Accommodation | 51 Hostels | | Lowest Price | CA $65 | | Highest Price | CA $358 | ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - More ways to book - [Book Hostels in South Island on Expedia.co.nz ](https://www.expedia.co.nz/South-Island-Hostels.d6052692-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation)