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Travel insights for hostels in Christchurch

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Christchurch including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Christchurch?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Christchurch is April ($51). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Christchurch is September ($201).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Christchurch?

The cheapest day to stay in Christchurch is Monday ($62). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is $133.

How much is a hostel in Christchurch tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Christchurch tonight starting as low as $33, rising to an average cost of $103, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $45 for a 4-star hostel in Christchurch for tonight.

How much is a Christchurch hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Christchurch this weekend for as little as $34/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $112/night. For a 4-star hostel in Christchurch, the cheapest rate recently found was $123/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Christchurch?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 30 days before your trip to Christchurch. The lowest price found when booking 30 days ahead was $37 per night.
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Cheapest hostels in Christchurch, New Zealand

Discover affordable stays in Christchurch that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Christchurch can be found for as low as $34 per night. There is currently one property in Christchurch that can be booked for this price. Urbanz is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 6 June 2025
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in Christchurch for the selected dates. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
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Urbanz
Urbanz

Urbanz

273 Manchester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$34
Avg. per night
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Jailhouse Accommodation
Jailhouse Accommodation

Jailhouse Accommodation

338 Lincoln Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$37
Avg. per night
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Lylo Christchurch
Lylo Christchurch

Lylo Christchurch

5 Peter Leeming Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
8.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$134
Avg. per night
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Hostel prices in Christchurch

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Christchurch to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Christchurch at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 6 June 2025.
Prices on hostels (average nightly rate) for the dates selected, broken down by hostel class. Change the dates at the top of the page to see more options in Christchurch.
4 stars +
Lylo Christchurch
Lylo Christchurch

Lylo Christchurch

5 Peter Leeming Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
$134
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2 stars and under
Jailhouse Accommodation
Jailhouse Accommodation

Jailhouse Accommodation

338 Lincoln Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
$37
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Urbanz
Urbanz

Urbanz

273 Manchester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
$34
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Other accommodations in Christchurch

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Lylo Christchurch
Lylo Christchurch

Lylo Christchurch

5 Peter Leeming Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
8.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$134
Avg. per night
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Brookside Villa - Christchurch Holiday Homes
Brookside Villa - Christchurch Holiday Homes

Brookside Villa - Christchurch Holiday Homes

Christchurch, New Zealand
4.3 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$211
Avg. per night
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Peppers Christchurch Clearwater Resort
Peppers Christchurch Clearwater Resort

Peppers Christchurch Clearwater Resort

Clearwater Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand
9.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$174
Avg. per night
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Sudima Christchurch City
Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City

49 Salisbury Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$185
Avg. per night
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City Central Motel Apartments
City Central Motel Apartments

City Central Motel Apartments

252 Barbadoes Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$106
Avg. per night
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Rosewood Court Motel
Rosewood Court Motel

Rosewood Court Motel

85 Sherbourne St, Christchurch, New Zealand
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$107
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Christchurch

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Facts about staying in Christchurch

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Christchurch to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 6 June 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Christchurch?

    On average, it’s $84/night for a hostel in Christchurch, though $51/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $26/night in Christchurch. Try to avoid booking your hostel in September (the most expensive month). Booking in May (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Christchurch?

    With an average review score of 8.2 (out of 10) from 1,967 HotelsCombined users, Jailhouse Accommodation is considered the best Christchurch hostel.

  • What hostel is closest to Christchurch Airport?

    Lylo Christchurch is 1.4 km away from Christchurch Airport, making it the closest Christchurch hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

  • What area of Christchurch is most popular to stay in?

    Christchurch Central City is the most popular area of Christchurch to stay in. In the past year, 11% of HotelsCombined users looking for Christchurch hostels searched within Christchurch Central City. Drifter Christchurch is a popular hostel in Christchurch Central City if you choose to stay in the area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Christchurch closest to Mona Vale?

    The most popular Christchurch hostel near Mona Vale is Jailhouse Accommodation. Jailhouse Accommodation has a rating of 8.2/10 from 1,967 HotelsCombined users and it’s located just 2.2 km from Mona Vale.

  • Should I stay in a Christchurch hostel?

    Hostels in Christchurch tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Christchurch hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

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