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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 ₩99,206
₩114,089 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 23 - Jan 24, 2026
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, (91)
"This is the cheapest accomodation around"
Australia
Yoong
The price is ₩351,482
₩404,204 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
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, (143)
"Clean room, sumptuous breakfast and quiet location handy to town."
Australia
Belinda
The price is ₩116,722
₩134,230 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
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, (127)
"Absolutely fantastic retreat close to all the great hikes on the South Island!"
United States
Sarah
The price is ₩134,265
₩154,406 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22, 2026
Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
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, (370)
"Great location. Friendly staff. "
United States
Kit Yee Karen
The price is ₩380,421
₩437,484 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Terrace/patio
LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (699)
"Staff was excellent. Loved the balcony."
Canada
Ron
The price is ₩172,418
₩198,281 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22, 2026
LyLo Queenstown
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, (214)
"Very cool place to stay, Spa pool, unique stay! Very close to ferry "
Australia
Gloria
The price is ₩90,974
₩104,618 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
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, (78)
"Great place in a convenient location for a visit to the glacier. Highly recommended "
Australia
Paul
The price is ₩102,309
₩117,655 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 23 - Jan 24, 2026
Haka House Franz Josef
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 ₩165,399
₩190,213 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
The Brownston Hostel
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 ₩87,273
₩100,364 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 24 - Jan 25, 2026
The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
Property entrance
Global Village Backpackers

Global Village Backpackers

Global Village Backpackers
2.0 star property
Central Greymouth
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (140)
"Lovely hostel with plenty of things to do around, easy access to town and shops"
Australia
Nicole
Global Village Backpackers
Balcony
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (739)
"The staff were all very friendly and helpful. The location is central to the tourist area."
United States
Rachel
The price is ₩183,846
₩211,423 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
Exterior
Mountain House

Mountain House

Mountain House
2.0 star property
Arthur's Pass National Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
The price is ₩96,221
₩110,658 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Mountain House
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 ₩217,810
₩250,481 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Haka House Wanaka
Terrace/patio
Tahuna Pod Hostel

Tahuna Pod Hostel

Tahuna Pod Hostel
1.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (203)
"Loved stay here. Wish there were more like it across the country"
Australia
Adele
The price is ₩365,504
₩420,330 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Tahuna Pod Hostel
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 ₩127,804
₩146,975 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
LyLo Christchurch
Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
The Duke Hostel

The Duke Hostel

The Duke Hostel
2.0 star property
Greymouth
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (72)
"Have stayed couple of times. Staff were very accommodating and kind. Room was nice and comfy. "
Australia
Jaypee
The price is ₩60,147
₩69,169 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
The Duke Hostel
Standard Cabin, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Terrace/patio
Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel

Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel

Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel
2.0 star property
Te Miko
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (202)
"For an off the beaten track stay, was perfect. "
Australia
Julie
The price is ₩70,864
₩81,492 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 24 - Jan 25, 2026
Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel
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 ₩155,629
₩178,973 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 26 - Dec 27
Kumara Historic Cottages - Hostel
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, (65)
"Staff was amazing and a nice clean spot"
Canada
Cody
The price is ₩195,551
₩230,751 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22, 2026
The Black Sheep Backpackers
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"Quiet location, modern, clean and within a short drive to the local shopping center and Queenstown. Great view of The Remarkables too "
James 2-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

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South Island Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,679
Accommodation
51 Hostels
Lowest Price
₩69,169
Highest Price
₩437,484