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1. Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (461 reviews)
"Once again this Haka House was fantastic. Rooms and bathrooms were clean. This place was quiet, from the dining room you see the lake ( a plus whdn it's windy outside).Great place"
Canada
Ariane
The price is CA $267
CA $312 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Haka House Lake Tekapo

2. Lakes Edge Lodge

Lakes Edge Lodge
1.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (44 reviews)
"Room only but in decent condition and shared amenities were decent. Good location."
United Kingdom
Srikant
The price is CA $162
CA $186 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Lakes Edge Lodge

3. The Brownston Hostel

The Brownston Hostel
2.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (133 reviews)
"Very good location clean and comfortable room. "
United States
Levent
The price is CA $95
CA $109 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
The Brownston Hostel

4. Te Anau Central Backpackers

Te Anau Central Backpackers
2.0 star property
Te Anau
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (33 reviews)
"Lovely staff, wonderful room for a family."
Australia
Jacqui
The price is CA $174
CA $200 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Te Anau Central Backpackers

5. Gladstone Grand Hotel

Gladstone Grand Hotel
2.0 star property
Fairlie
5.4 out of 10, (64 reviews)
"Sheets were clean and bed was comfy but otherwise very rundown old building a bit pricey for what it is."
New Zealand
Sally
The price is CA $71
CA $83 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Gladstone Grand Hotel

6. Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
4.0 star property
Kinloch
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (154 reviews)
"Views from"
Australia
Amy
The price is CA $177
CA $204 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

7. LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great choice if looking for a budget option near the airport. Amenities were quite nice, bathroom was clean, and staff was very helpful. Not a ton of space, but very doable for a night or two."
United States
Payton
The price is CA $105
CA $121 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
LyLo Christchurch Airport

8. Atlantis Backpackers

Atlantis Backpackers
2.0 star property
Picton
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Very sweet place."
Australia
Yu Chen
The price is CA $45
CA $52 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Atlantis Backpackers

9. Global Village Backpackers

Global Village Backpackers
2.0 star property
Central Greymouth
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (152 reviews)
"Great stay, clean room, quiet, shops within easy walk."
Australia
Alan
The price is CA $64
CA $74 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Global Village Backpackers

10. Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (783 reviews)
"Location is excellent"
Australia
Kayomi
The price is CA $149
CA $172 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

11. Haka House Wanaka

Haka House Wanaka
5.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (279 reviews)
"Good place to stay."
Australia
Robyn
The price is CA $222
CA $255 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Haka House Wanaka

12. Eden's Edge Lodge

Eden's Edge Lodge
5.0 star property
Riwaka
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (168 reviews)
"Really nice Lodge with breakfast included. Very quiet location where you get a good night sleep. Big, well maintained garden where you can spend time reading a book or just relax. Clean rooms, parking is free, staff was welcoming and helpful finding a good restaurant for dinner. Would book again when in the area."
Canada
Alexandra
The price is CA $112
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Eden's Edge Lodge

13. The Black Sheep Backpackers

The Black Sheep Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (81 reviews)
"Great first hostel stay! Loved everything."
United States
Renee
The price is CA $126
CA $149 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
The Black Sheep Backpackers

14. Tasman Bay Backpackers

Tasman Bay Backpackers
2.0 star property
The Wood
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (151 reviews)
"Extremely convenient location with parking"
Australia
Megan
The price is CA $64
CA $74 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Tasman Bay Backpackers

15. Hanmer Backpackers

Hanmer Backpackers
2.0 star property
Hanmer Springs
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (101 reviews)
"The place is great!"
United States
Louis
The price is CA $73
CA $84 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Hanmer Backpackers

16. Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel
2.0 star property
Addington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (377 reviews)
"Second time staying here, excellent as always."
United Kingdom
Caoilte
The price is CA $63
CA $74 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

17. LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (779 reviews)
"Good stay"
United States
Ryan
The price is CA $142
CA $163 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
LyLo Queenstown

18. The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
2.0 star property
Motueka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (133 reviews)
"Great spot for our overnight stay. Easy walk to restaurants & supermarket"
New Zealand
Brent
The price is CA $61
CA $70 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

19. The Duke Hostel

The Duke Hostel
2.0 star property
Greymouth
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (84 reviews)
"decent place but quite tired, room didn't resemble the photos at all"
United Kingdom
James
The price is CA $51
CA $58 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
The Duke Hostel

20. Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel

Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel
2.0 star property
Te Miko
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (215 reviews)
"Check in was super easy and contactless. Our accommodation at Mamaku Cottage was clean, peaceful and contained everything we needed for a more than comfortable stay. We really enjoyed the lush green surroundings with easy access to tracks and the local cafe/pub. We even had a morning visit from a number of cute wekas! Would definitely recommend and will book again in future."
Australia
Francesca
The price is CA $65
CA $74 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel
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Lowest Price
CA $52
Highest Price
CA $312