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The 10 Best Hostels in Kaikoura, New Zealand

Some of the best backpacker spots in Kaikoura

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Just 2 minutes' walk from Kaikoura town centre, Dolphin Lodge features views of the coastline and the mountain ranges. Guests enjoy free on-site parking.

Guests can choose to stay in a dormitory room or in the comfort of a private room. Each room includes free linen, heating and daily cleaning. Most rooms have shared bathroom facilities.

beautiful view,owner is very nice

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8.2
Very Good
1,048 reviews
Price from
$24
per night

Located in Kaikoura, a few steps from Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Seaside lodge provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

At the hostel each room is equipped with bed linen and towels.

Everything perfect.Very clean. The owners Very helpful. We recomend this place. Best value. Unforgetable The cat . Good view. We Saw a seal Just in front.

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8.6
Excellent
8 reviews
Price from
$27
per night

Dusky Lodge offers budget accommodation. Free WiFi in public areas and free on-site parking are provided.

Guests staying at Dusky Lodge Kaikoura can prepare a meal in the shared kitchens available.

For those looking to relax at the property there are sun decks, otherwise, the tour desk can help advise guests on what to see in the surrounding areas.

lovely hostel with very comfortable beds and good kitchen.

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7.8
Good
991 reviews
Price from
$28
per night

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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Hostels that guests love in Kaikoura

  • Avg. price/night: $87.56
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,200 reviews
    Comfortable bed, great location, well equipped.
    Carol
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $58.63
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 636 reviews
    Great location. Staff friendly and helpful. Place very clean and modern. Perfect for families.
    S
    Sarah
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $57.58
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,099 reviews
    Great location
    Hans
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $83.97
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,141 reviews
    Great location and very comfortable and clean. Staff were also friendly and accommodating
    Tash
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $56.08
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 991 reviews
    Great set up, backpackers down stairs with kitchen, lounge, shared bathrooms. Upstairs family rooms with kitchen and lounge, lots of parking amazing views hot tub and pool fantastic 😎
    Joe
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $50.98
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,182 reviews
    Great location, good size room.
    Linda
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $112.75
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,050 reviews
    Lovely new and very clean, bed wonderfully comfortable. Loved the birds singing outside A great location for a stop over on our way to Christchurch.
    Carol
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $53.98
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,048 reviews
    The hostel had a lovely, laidback vibe. It was in a great location, a short walk into the Centre of Kaikoura. All the staff I met were friendly and welcoming. The garden area was lovely, and it has a beautiful terrace with sea views. The kitchen was well-equipped, and the free ground coffee was a really nice touch. The washing machine was cheap at 2 dollars, and you could use the washing line outside to dry your things.
    Jeni
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $53.98
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,048 reviews
    great location, nice relaxed vibe, cleanest kitchen I’ve been to in a hostel, cheap laundry
    Lara
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $97.84
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 566 reviews
    The unit was so clean, had everything you would need & more. Great location, super comfy bed. loved the personal touch of the owner knowing who I was before I had said anything. Being a solo traveller I felt super safe being by myself too. loved being able to have my cat with me also.
    Jessica
    Solo traveler