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Most recommended Christchurch hostels

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Jailhouse Accommodation - Christchurch - Living room
Jailhouse Accommodation
Addington
8.3Very Good(1983)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
R786+
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Point Break Backpackers - Christchurch - Living room
Point Break Backpackers
Christchurch, New Zealand
6.2Okay(252)
Free Wi-Fi
R714+
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Kiwi House - Christchurch - Building
Kiwi House
Lindwood
7.7Good(907)
R4 876+
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Canterbury House Christchurch - Christchurch - Building
Canterbury House Christchurch
Edgeware
8.6Very Good(77)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R982+
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Lylo Christchurch - Christchurch - Front desk
Lylo Christchurch
Christchurch, New Zealand
8.0Very Good(5720)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 506+
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Vagabond Backpackers - Christchurch - Living room
Vagabond Backpackers
Christchurch Central City
7.3Good(139)
Free Wi-Fi
R750+
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Yha Christchurch Rolleston House - Christchurch - Building
Yha Christchurch Rolleston House
Christchurch Central City
8.2Very Good(358)
R339+
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At the Right Place - Christchurch - Living room
At the Right Place
St Albans
6.4Okay(439)
Free Wi-Fi
R2 501+
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Dorset House Backpackers - Christchurch - Bedroom
Dorset House Backpackers
Christchurch Central City
8.6Very Good(551)
Free Wi-Fi
R321+
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Rucksacker Backpacker Hostel - Christchurch - Kitchen
Rucksacker Backpacker Hostel
Christchurch Central City
7.4Good(242)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 679+
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Haka Lodge - Christchurch - Bedroom
Haka Lodge
Woolston
8.7Very Good(199)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R393+
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The Old Countryhouse Backpackers - Christchurch
The Old Countryhouse Backpackers
Lindwood
8.6Very Good(301)
Free Wi-Fi
R480+
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Chester St Backpackers - Christchurch
Chester St Backpackers
Christchurch Central City
8.1Very Good(109)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
R625+
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Christchurch Campus Summer Stays - Uca - Christchurch
Christchurch Campus Summer Stays - Uca
Ilam
7.9Good(32)
R4 697+
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Sonoda Village - Christchurch
Sonoda Village
Ilam
7.2Good(16)
Free Wi-Fi
R5 018+
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Around The World Backpackers - Christchurch
Around The World Backpackers
Christchurch Central City
7.3Good(556)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
R1 125+
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Christchurch hostels near the city centre

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Haka House Christchurch - Christchurch - Living room
Haka House Christchurch
Christchurch Central City
8.4Very Good(1801)
R1 017+
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85 on Bealey - Christchurch - Bedroom
85 on Bealey
St Albans
6.8Okay(100)
R714+
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Urbanz - Christchurch - Bedroom
Urbanz
Christchurch Central City
7.8Good(2814)
R875+
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Drifter Christchurch - Christchurch - Bar
Drifter Christchurch
Christchurch Central City
9.0Wonderful(452)
R589+
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KAYAK’s insights for hostels in Christchurch

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Which month has the cheapest hostel rates in Christchurch?

Hostels are cheapest in Christchurch in April, with average rates of R6 950. In comparison, March is the most expensive month, with prices at R28 682.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in Christchurch?

Sunday offers the lowest rates in Christchurch, with an average nightly price of R7 714. The highest prices are found on Thursday, with average rates at R17 622.

How early should you book a hostel in Christchurch?

Book at least 11 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Christchurch hostel.
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Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

April
March
R619
R679
Cheapest month to stay with an average 54% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 91% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Christchurch hostel deals

  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 79 days before your stay to get the best price for a Christchurch hostel.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Christchurch

  • How much is a hostel in Christchurch for tonight?

    The best price a KAYAK user has found for a 3-star hostel in Christchurch in the last 3 hours was R23 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was R21. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is R23.

  • How much is a hostel in Christchurch for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, KAYAK users have booked Christchurch hostel for this weekend for as low as R23. Users have also found 3 star hotels from R60 and 4-star plus hotels from R24.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Christchurch?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Christchurch is R69 compared to R132 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in Christchurch?

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