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Christchurch, New Zealand
Dec 25 — Dec 262
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Tips for booking hostels in Christchurch

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 December 18, 2024.
Cheapest month:September
Most expensive month:December
Average price in Christchurch:$47/night
Cheapest price found:$16/night
Cheapest day:Tuesday
Most expensive day:Thursday
$20 - $101
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$22 - $102
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 $17 per night. There is currently one property in Christchurch that can be booked for this price. Point Break Backpackers & Cafe is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Christchurch. Price data was last updated on December 18, 2024
These Christchurch properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
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6 Union Street New Brighton, Christchurch, New Zealand
5.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$17
Avg. per night
273 Manchester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$24
Avg. per night
338 Lincoln Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$25
Avg. per night
5 Peter Leeming Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
5.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$27
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 December 18, 2024.
We've come across the following hostels in Christchurch with different price and hostel class options. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hostel class.
4 stars +
5 Peter Leeming Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
2 stars and under
273 Manchester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand

Other accommodations in Christchurch

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Christchurch. There are 1,537 properties in Christchurch and price data was last updated on December 18, 2024. The average price for a hotel in Christchurch is $47/night.
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82 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$187
Avg. per night
25 Southwark Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$76
Avg. per night
79 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch, New Zealand
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$104
Avg. per night
110 Sherborne Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
1.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$85
Avg. per night
Christchurch, New Zealand
5.4 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$53
Avg. per night
Christchurch, New Zealand
5.1 mi from city centre
$57
Avg. per night
Christchurch, New Zealand
6.9 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$114
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Christchurch

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Christchurch to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on December 18, 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 December 18, 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Christchurch?

    On average, it’s $47/night for a hostel in Christchurch, though $36/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $17/night in Christchurch. Try to avoid booking your hostel in January (the most expensive month). Booking in September (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Christchurch?

    Based on our data, Lylo Christchurch is the best Christchurch hostel, with a rating of 8.1/10 from 5,414 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Christchurch Airport?

    If you’re looking for hostels in Christchurch that aren’t far from Christchurch Airport, then the closest one is Lylo Christchurch, which is 0.9 mi away.

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

    While there are other neighborhoods throughout Christchurch, 5% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Christchurch Central City in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Urbanz is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Christchurch closest to University of Canterbury?

    If you’re looking for a hostel near University of Canterbury while in Christchurch, then opt for the popular Urbanz with a 7.8/10 review score from 2,680 users. The distance from University of Canterbury to Urbanz is 2.8 mi.

  • Should I stay in a Christchurch hostel?

    Staying at a hostel in Christchurch is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

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