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1. Lakes Edge Lodge

Lakes Edge Lodge
1.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (24 reviews)
"Great location on the lake front"
Australia
Justin
The price is CA $85
CA $98 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Lakes Edge Lodge
Lounge

2. Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (432 reviews)
"Close to the Night Sky Project and great view of the lake."
United States
Steven
The price is CA $187
CA $215 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Exterior

3. Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel

Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel
2.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (155 reviews)
"Lovely staff and a really neat property with all the animals. "
New Zealand
Rachel
The price is CA $99
CA $114 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel
Classic House

4. The Barn Cabins & Camp

The Barn Cabins & Camp
2.0 star property
Marahau
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (182 reviews)
"It was a very nice stay"
Australia
Torin
The price is CA $60
CA $69 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
The Barn Cabins & Camp
View from property

5. Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
4.0 star property
Kinloch
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (151 reviews)
"Beautiful location, clean comfortable room, great food and friendly and welcoming staff"
Australia
Patricia
The price is CA $130
CA $150 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
Shared kitchen facilities

6. LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Good stay at a resonable price ideal if you have an early morning flight short walk to terminal "
Australia
john
The price is CA $71
CA $82 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
LyLo Christchurch Airport
WiFi (free), bed sheets

7. Atlantis Backpackers

Atlantis Backpackers
2.0 star property
Picton
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Very sweet place."
Australia
Yu Chen
The price is CA $46
CA $53 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Atlantis Backpackers
Exterior

8. The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
2.0 star property
Motueka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (131 reviews)
"Yes, clean room, friendly staff and loved the garden"
Australia
Jim
The price is CA $72
CA $83 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
View from property

9. Eden's Edge Lodge

Eden's Edge Lodge
5.0 star property
Riwaka
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (166 reviews)
The price is CA $110
CA $126 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Eden's Edge Lodge
Standard Cabin, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Terrace/patio

10. Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel

Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel
2.0 star property
Te Miko
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (213 reviews)
"Nice quiet place "
Canada
Doug
The price is CA $63
CA $72 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel
Queen Ensuite | Balcony

11. Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
2.0 star property
Picton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (228 reviews)
"Nice place to stay. We weren't there for long, only a night, but the staff seemed friendly and the room was nice"
United Kingdom
Darren
The price is CA $71
CA $81 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
Sauna

12. Haka House Franz Josef

Haka House Franz Josef
4.5 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (127 reviews)
"Clean, simple and warm with everything you need. We stayed in a double room which had an ensuite, small fridge and jug. The mattress was quite hard though."
Australia
Anita
The price is CA $71
CA $82 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Haka House Franz Josef
Reception

13. Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel
2.0 star property
Addington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (374 reviews)
"Second time staying here, excellent as always."
United Kingdom
Caoilte
The price is CA $46
CA $54 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel
Terrace/patio

14. Forest Lodge

Forest Lodge
1.0 star property
Craigieburn Forest Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (4 reviews)
"It was in a beautiful place with a great host!"
Australia
Hudson
The price is CA $30
CA $138 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Forest Lodge
Terrace/patio

15. Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers
2.0 star property
Picton
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (384 reviews)
"Comfortable place to stay. "
Australia
Ian
The price is CA $48
CA $55 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers
Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

16. The Duke Hostel

The Duke Hostel
2.0 star property
Greymouth
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (83 reviews)
"The room was beautifully decorated and inviting and the shared kitchen was immaculate and professionally organized. "
United States
Heather
The price is CA $59
CA $68 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
The Duke Hostel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

17. Dusky Lodge - Hostel

Dusky Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kaikoura
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (230 reviews)
"Was a great layout, everything easy to find"
Australia
Robyn
The price is CA $31
CA $36 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Dusky Lodge - Hostel
Property entrance

18. Global Village Backpackers

Global Village Backpackers
2.0 star property
Central Greymouth
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (149 reviews)
"Great stay, clean room, quiet, shops within easy walk."
Australia
Alan
The price is CA $59
CA $68 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Global Village Backpackers
Hiking

19. Kaikoura Seaside Lodge

Kaikoura Seaside Lodge
2.0 star property
Kaikoura
7.0 out of 10, Good, (14 reviews)
"Great views from the room and the kitchen dining areas."
Australia
Jan
The price is CA $59
CA $68 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge
Basic Double or Twin Room, Park View

20. Manor on the Park Backpackers

Manor on the Park Backpackers
1.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"Very comfortable stay. Warm, clean and had everything we needed. Staff very helpful. "
Australia
Johnina
The price is CA $67
CA $78 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Manor on the Park Backpackers
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Lowest Price
CA $36
Highest Price
CA $215