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Beach/ocean view
Surat Bay Lodge, Motel and Backpackers

Surat Bay Lodge, Motel and Backpackers

Surat Bay Lodge, Motel and Backpackers
3.0 star property
New Haven
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (54)
"Lovely stay with wonderful friendly hosts"
Australia
Philippa
The price is NT$2,095
NT$2,409 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - 2026/1/8
Surat Bay Lodge, Motel and Backpackers
Twin Room (Shared Bathroom) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook

Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook

Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
4.5 star property
Mount Cook
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (89)
"This is the cheapest accomodation around"
Australia
Yoong
The price is NT$7,233
NT$8,318 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
View from property
Eden's Edge Lodge

Eden's Edge Lodge

Eden's Edge Lodge
5.0 star property
Riwaka
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (140)
"Clean room, sumptuous breakfast and quiet location handy to town."
Australia
Belinda
The price is NT$2,445
NT$2,812 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Eden's Edge Lodge
View from property
Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
4.0 star property
Kinloch
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (123)
"Absolutely fantastic retreat close to all the great hikes on the South Island!"
United States
Sarah
The price is NT$2,835
NT$3,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - 2026/1/13
Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
Terrace/patio
LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (692)
"Convenient location, easy check in, and clean and modern"
Australia
Sian
The price is NT$3,555
NT$4,088 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
LyLo Queenstown
Classic House | WiFi, bed sheets
The Barn Cabins & Camp

The Barn Cabins & Camp

The Barn Cabins & Camp
2.0 star property
Marahau
9.2 out of 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
Bernard
The price is NT$2,126
NT$2,445 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 19 - Dec 20
The Barn Cabins & Camp
Queen Ensuite | Balcony
Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
2.0 star property
Picton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (212)
"all rooms clean, great staff, very helpful"
Australia
ROBYN
The price is NT$1,906
NT$2,192 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - 2026/1/13
Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
Terrace/patio
The Brownston Hostel

The Brownston Hostel

The Brownston Hostel
2.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (104)
"Top notch. Clean, quiet, comfortable and in a good location. "
United States
Ofer
The price is NT$2,520
NT$2,898 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
The Brownston Hostel
Sauna
Haka House Franz Josef

Haka House Franz Josef

Haka House Franz Josef
4.5 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (75)
"the room including bathroom was very clean and modern - appears to have been recently remodeled."
United States
Nathan
The price is NT$1,658
NT$1,907 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Haka House Franz Josef
Lounge
Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (364)
"Great location. Friendly staff. "
United States
Kit Yee Karen
The price is NT$4,473
NT$5,144 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Exterior
The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
2.0 star property
Motueka
8.8 out of 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
Arnold
The price is NT$1,843
NT$2,119 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - 2026/1/4
The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
Balcony
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (735)
"Staff were super helpful and nice. Staff cleaned kitchen constantly. Location is great."
United States
Qingyi
The price is NT$3,431
NT$3,945 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront

Haka House Queenstown Lakefront

Haka House Queenstown Lakefront
3.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (84)
"Nice and warm stay! "
Australia
Kirsty
The price is NT$3,308
NT$3,804 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront
Sundeck
The Black Sheep Backpackers

The Black Sheep Backpackers

The Black Sheep Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 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
Jeannette
The price is NT$3,055
NT$3,605 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
The Black Sheep Backpackers
Shared kitchen facilities
LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Easy and cheap to get a room to stay for the night! Quite nice to stay at. "
Australia
Kaila
The price is NT$2,396
NT$2,755 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
LyLo Christchurch
Exterior
Kumara Historic Cottages - Hostel

Kumara Historic Cottages - Hostel

Kumara Historic Cottages - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kumara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (30)
"We enjoyed our stay. Good food. Nice staff. "
Australia
Alma
The price is NT$5,434
NT$6,249 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 20 - Dec 21
Kumara Historic Cottages - Hostel
BBQ/picnic area
Te Anau Central Backpackers

Te Anau Central Backpackers

Te Anau Central Backpackers
2.0 star property
Te Anau
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (20)
"Good facilities, comfortable bed, friendly staff"
United States
jim
The price is NT$2,685
NT$3,088 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 18 - Dec 19
Te Anau Central Backpackers
Property entrance
Global Village Backpackers

Global Village Backpackers

Global Village Backpackers
2.0 star property
Central Greymouth
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (139)
"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
Arnold
The price is NT$1,559
NT$1,793 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Global Village Backpackers
Outdoor dining
Haka House Wanaka

Haka House Wanaka

Haka House Wanaka
5.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (235)
"Very strategic location and parking availability"
Australia
Yoong
The price is NT$3,156
NT$3,629 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Haka House Wanaka
Exterior
Mountain House

Mountain House

Mountain House
2.0 star property
Arthur's Pass National Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
The price is NT$2,037
NT$2,343 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Mountain House
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

10/10 Excellent
"Great staff and excellently clean room. Very happy with our stay and would stay again"
Jennifer 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

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South Island Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,414
Accommodation
51 Hostels
Lowest Price
NT$1,793
Highest Price
NT$8,318

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