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Classic House | WiFi, bed sheets

The Barn Cabins & Camp

The Barn Cabins & Camp
2.0 star property
Marahau
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (161 reviews)
"Amenities, a movie room for the tired kids, amazing coffee and food in site. Loved the location! "
Canada
Chelsey
The price is ₩110,703
₩127,308 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 21 - Feb 22
The Barn Cabins & Camp
View from property

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
4.0 star property
Kinloch
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (130 reviews)
"Absolutely fantastic retreat close to all the great hikes on the South Island!"
United States
Sarah
The price is ₩174,395
₩200,554 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
View from property

Eden's Edge Lodge

Eden's Edge Lodge
5.0 star property
Riwaka
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (157 reviews)
"Great location and Lodge. We really enjoyed our stay. "
United Kingdom
Marco
The price is ₩117,717
₩135,375 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 20 - Feb 21
Eden's Edge Lodge
Shared kitchen facilities

LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Excellent stay near airport and nice hostel environment."
Singapore
Sanjeev
The price is ₩131,707
₩151,463 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 12 - Mar 13
LyLo Christchurch
Terrace/patio

The Brownston Hostel

The Brownston Hostel
2.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (115 reviews)
"Awesome location, well-run place."
United States
Benjamin R
The price is ₩113,732
₩130,797 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
The Brownston Hostel
Property entrance

Global Village Backpackers

Global Village Backpackers
2.0 star property
Central Greymouth
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (145 reviews)
"Great stay, clean room, quiet, shops within easy walk."
Australia
Alan
The price is ₩109,187
₩125,565 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Global Village Backpackers
Twin Room (Shared Bathroom) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook

Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
4.5 star property
Mount Cook
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (101 reviews)
"Clean room, good location"
Canada
Anne
The price is ₩679,384
₩781,292 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
Apartment | Balcony

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
2.0 star property
Picton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (218 reviews)
"Very cool place to stay, Spa pool, unique stay! Very close to ferry "
Australia
Gloria
The price is ₩91,749
₩105,509 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 4 - Mar 5
Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
Exterior

Mountain House

Mountain House
2.0 star property
Arthur's Pass National Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Nice hostel with good kitchen space "
United Kingdom
Kenny
The price is ₩97,810
₩112,485 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Mountain House
Exterior

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
2.0 star property
Motueka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (126 reviews)
"It suited my needs and the bed was comfortable. "
Australia
Jodie
The price is ₩98,571
₩113,357 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
Exterior

Kumara Historic Cottages - Hostel

Kumara Historic Cottages - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kumara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (30 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. Good food. Nice staff. "
Australia
Alma
The price is ₩139,516
₩160,443 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 27 - Feb 28
Kumara Historic Cottages - Hostel
Terrace/patio

Forest Lodge

Forest Lodge
1.0 star property
Craigieburn Forest Park
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2 reviews)
"The host fantastic, we had the place to ourselves basically. The views were great."
United States
Andrew
The price is ₩37,912
₩87,198 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 18 - Feb 19
Forest Lodge
Exterior

Taringatura Backpackers

Taringatura Backpackers
1.0 star property
Dipton West
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"A unique property, very dated. The camp facitlies were well worn but comfortable, except for the beds which were totally worn out and in nedd of replacement"
Australia
Gregory
The price is ₩90,249
₩134,305 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 18 - Feb 19
Taringatura Backpackers
Terrace/patio

LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (718 reviews)
"Clean room, great staffs, convenient location for tours."
United States
Eiichi
The price is ₩201,559
₩231,793 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
LyLo Queenstown
Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Duke Hostel

The Duke Hostel
2.0 star property
Greymouth
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (75 reviews)
"Have stayed couple of times. Staff were very accommodating and kind. Room was nice and comfy. "
Australia
Jaypee
The price is ₩57,626
₩66,270 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
The Duke Hostel
BBQ/picnic area

Te Anau Central Backpackers

Te Anau Central Backpackers
2.0 star property
Te Anau
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (25 reviews)
"The room is here perfect, warm comfortable and clean, The owner was absolutely amazing went beyond expectations and let us check in a bit early after a long great walk was awesome Great facilities would be happy to stay again "
Australia
Gloria
The price is ₩159,231
₩183,116 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Te Anau Central Backpackers
Outdoor dining

Haka House Wanaka

Haka House Wanaka
5.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (245 reviews)
"The room was a good size and the kitchen was really clean"
United Kingdom
Lisa
The price is ₩242,061
₩278,370 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Haka House Wanaka
Standard Cabin, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Terrace/patio

Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel

Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel
2.0 star property
Te Miko
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (207 reviews)
"Ok for 1 night"
United Kingdom
Toshi
The price is ₩72,034
₩82,838 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 20 - Feb 21
Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel
Indoor spa tub

Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel

Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel
3.0 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (167 reviews)
"Convenient location for a good price. Nice kitchen and lounge area."
United States
Rebecca
The price is ₩95,538
₩109,869 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 6 - Mar 7
Glow Worm Accommodation - Hostel
Shared fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (157 reviews)
"Great location "
United States
Susan
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

10/10 Excellent
"Clean, quiet, comfortable, walkable "
Karen 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

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Number of reviews
3,784
Accommodation
51 Hostels
Lowest Price
₩66,270
Highest Price
₩781,292