Best Hostels for Solo Travellers in Christchurch, New Zealand

Best Hostels for Solo Travellers in Christchurch, New Zealand
Christchurch is the largest city on New Zealand's South Island. It's a popular arriving point as it has a convenient international airport. The city also has a decent number of hostels to choose from. If you're traveling alone, then it's helpful to find a hostel that hosts events and activities for guests. It's also important to consider what activities you prioritize during your time in the city and choose a hostel in the most convenient location for you.
How much do hostels in Christchurch cost?

You can find our comprehensive analysis of all hostel prices in Christchurch here. We've found the average prices of dorms and private rooms, as well as the typical prices of hostels with various amenities, too.



Dorm Bed from $20.27
Private Room from $25.33
Overall Rating: 90%
338 Lincoln Rd, Addington Christchurch, Christchurch
This hostel is a favorite and one of the most popular in Christchurch. It's located in a building that was originally Addington Prison, hence the catchy name. The building has been renovated and now it is a welcoming hostel with private single, double, and twin rooms, as well as dorms. There are also larger rooms available for families or groups. If you're traveling alone, this is one of the most popular hostels in the area and there are sure to be plenty of other guests around.

The hostel has all of the standard amenities including comfortable beds, free towels and linens, off street parking, and a shared kitchen. There is also a television room with dvds available, and pool table. It's also possible to rent a bicycle from the hostel.

The hostel is located in the suburb of Addington, very close to the Tranzalpine train station. It's also possible to walk to Hagley Park and Canterbury Museum. You'll find no shortage of cafes and bars nearby as well.

Dorm Bed from $544.55
Private Room from $136.14
Overall Rating: 84%
437 Gloucester Street, Christchurch
The Old Countryhouse is another favorite in Christchurch. It's a pleasant place to stay with a garden path that connects the charming colonial villas. Each villa has been restored and has quaint wooden floors and native timber furniture. You will quickly feel welcomed here as it has the feel of a home away from home. There's even a pet dog, Max, who will greet you eagerly with cuddles. The staff are travelers themselves, so they understand what you might be looking for as a solo traveler.

The hostel has doubles, twins, and triples as well as large dorms. Shared and private bathrooms are available and heating is available during the winter months. Other amenities include free wi-fi, a full kitchen, a television room, a reading room, laundry facilities, and off street parking.

The hostel is located on the eastern side of central Christchurch. It's about a 15 minute walk into the city center. There are many shops, restaurants, and a grocery store nearby. You can also easily catch a bus to a local beach or shopping mall.


Dorm Bed from $36.50
Private Room from $24.33
Overall Rating: 96%
12 Hereford Street Christchurch 8011 P O Box 2004 Christchurch 8140, Christchurch
This hostel has a great location in the central part of the city. It's right next door to the Arts Centre & Botanical Gardens, and is in walking distance to a variety of restaurants and bars. The hostel is an affordable option if you're traveling alone and on a tight budget. Perhaps the biggest challenge with this hostel is that it does not have the most social atmosphere and it can be difficult to meet other guests. But if you're looking for clean, comfortable, and affordable, in a central location, then it's a good option.

The hostel has some unique amenities including a gym, climbing wall, cafe, and restaurant. There's also a travel desk where they can answer any travel related questions that you might have or help you make travel arrangements.

The hostel has single, twin, double and triple private rooms as well as six bed male dorms and ten bed female dorms.


Dorm Bed from $26.94
Private Room from $21.43
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 98%
96 Lichfield Street, Christchurch
This terrific hostel offers friendly service, a bar, a common room, and a games room. The good location and overall vibe also make it very popular. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a restaurant, a cafe, self-catering facilities, and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, 24 hour reception, towels included, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $52.01
Private Room from $30.34
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 96%
69 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, a common room, a games room, board games, cable tv, and foosball. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's self-catering facilities and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, luggage storage, parking, towels included, and air conditioning are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Private Room from $36.74
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 93%
165 Cashel St, Christchurch
This terrific hotel offers friendly service, a bar, and cable tv. The good location and overall vibe also make it very popular. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a restaurant. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, key card access, parking, towels included, internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $29.01
Private Room from $32.23
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 89%
5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch Airport, Christchurch
This terrific hostel offers friendly service, a common room, and foosball. The good location and overall vibe also make it very popular. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a cafe, self-catering facilities, and a microwave. Laundry facilities, security lockers, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, key card access, parking, internet access, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $27.04
Private Room from $28.76
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 89%
36 Hereford Street, Christchurch
Haka House Christchurch is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service and foosball. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's self-catering facilities and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, luggage storage, key card access, internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.
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