Hostels in Christchurch, New Zealand

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Christchurch. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 29 March 2024.
Cheapest month:August
Most expensive month:February
Average price in Christchurch:$90/night
Cheapest price found:$34/night
Cheapest day:Saturday
Most expensive day:Thursday
$34 - $166
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$44 - $152
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

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 $26 per night. There is currently one property in Christchurch that can be booked for this price. Point Break Backpackers is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 29 March 2024
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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6 Union Street New Brighton, Christchurch, New Zealand
8.1 km from city centre
Parking
$26
Avg. per night
273 Manchester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$38
Avg. per night
36 Hereford Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$46
Avg. per night
338 Lincoln Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$46
Avg. per night
5 Peter Leeming Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
8.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$110
Avg. per night

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 29 March 2024.
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.
2 stars
2 stars and under
36 Hereford Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
273 Manchester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
3 stars
3 stars
338 Lincoln Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
6 Union Street New Brighton, Christchurch, New Zealand
4 stars
4 stars +
5 Peter Leeming Road, Christchurch, New Zealand

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Other accommodations in Christchurch

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Christchurch, New Zealand
11.1 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$181
Avg. per night
Christchurch, New Zealand
0.5 km from city centre
$153
Avg. per night
Christchurch, New Zealand
0.5 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$181
Avg. per night
Christchurch, New Zealand
1.4 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$136
Avg. per night
53 Bealey Avenue, Central City, Christchurch, New Zealand
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$111
Avg. per night
28 Papanui Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$152
Avg. per night
263 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$45
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Christchurch

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Christchurch to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
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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 29 March 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Christchurch?

    On average, it’s $90/night for a hostel in Christchurch, though $79/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $34/night in Christchurch. Try to avoid booking your hostel in February (the most expensive month). Booking in August (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Christchurch?

    With an average review score of 8.5 (out of 10) from 275 HotelsCombined users, Haka House Christchurch 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, 4% of HotelsCombined users looking for Christchurch hostels searched within Christchurch Central City. Urbanz 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 Hagley Park?

    The most popular Christchurch hostel near Hagley Park is Haka House Christchurch. Haka House Christchurch has a rating of 8.5/10 from 275 HotelsCombined users and it’s located just 0.7 km from Hagley Park.

  • 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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