Hostel and Backpackers Accommodation
Drifter Christchurch
96 Lichfield Street, Christchurch 8011
Drifter is a social hostel and hotel that offers bunk-style accommodation with up to eight beds, including female only suites with two bathrooms! Its communal spaces include a cinema room, library, rooftop terrace, and lounge areas.
Urbanz Accommodation
273 Manchester Street, Christchurch 8011
A budget-friendly hostel offering a mix of dorms and private rooms. Popular with backpackers, Urbanz has a spacious guest kitchen, lounge areas, and an on-site bar.
Haka House Christchurch
36 Hereford Street, Christchurch 8013
Formerly YHA Christchurch, this backpackers is set in a charming heritage building. It features cozy dorms and private rooms, a shared kitchen, lounge areas, and is just steps from the Botanic Gardens.
Around the World Backpackers
314 Barbadoes Street, Christchurch Central
A cozy, smoke-free hostel offering four-bed dorms, doubles, and twins. It's a 10-minute walk to the city center, featuring a garden, shared lounge, and laundry facilities.
Chester St Backpackers
27 Chester Street West, Christchurch Central
A homely hostel with made-up double, twin, and three-person share rooms. Includes electric blankets, Wi-Fi, and a relaxed atmosphere.
LyLo Christchurch
5 Peter Leeming Road, Christchurch Airport
A modern hostel near the Christchurch airport with pod-style beds, communal areas, and a vibrant atmosphere.