The Best Hostels in New Zealand for Solo Female Travellers and Backpackers

This place has it all, and with a terrific location, too. Warm in the winter with their cozy common room areas, this is a great place to relax, meet other travelers, and take in the views. Private rooms and dorms are available (including an all-female option). They offer free breakfast during winter months, too. The location is convenient and safe, as it's close to everything in town you would need for your wilderness adventure.

This relatively small but social hostel is very modern and offers a lot of security. Located above a pub (which keeps the partying downstairs instead of in the dorms), and in a central location in Dunedin, you'll be able to step out and have fun when want, but return to some peace and quiet when you need to. The hostel was custom built, very modern, and has great facilities. The shared kitchen and outdoor terrace make for some nice spots for relax and socialize, while the staff can arrange for tours and activities.

The Trek Global is in a great location, close to everything in town right in the heart of the city. This multi-story hostel has an all-female floor with all-female bathrooms, making this a great option for solo females or female groups of various sizes. They also offer private rooms. Additionally, their common room spaces are relaxing and fun. The shared kitchens, outdoor terrace and BBQ, game room, TV room, and other common areas allow for you to mix and mingle with other travelers when you want.

The Q2 offers so much for guests. In addition to an all-female dorm option, security here is good. And so is the location and the list of amenities. This modern and clean hostel has up to date facilities to make your stay more comfortable. They provide a shared kitchen, internet, relaxing social and common spaces, and more. This is one of the smaller hostels in Queenstown (but still with 55 beds), so it's not as chaotic as some of the others. But bars and nightlife are nearby when you want it.

You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, a common room, and board games. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's self-catering facilities. Laundry facilities, luggage storage, and internet access are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable. And YHA Kakapo Lodge is also child friendly.

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, and cable tv. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's self-catering facilities and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, security lockers, luggage storage, key card access, towels included, internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.

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.

You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, bicycle hire, and a common room. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's self-catering facilities and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, parking, towels included, and internet access are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable. And Dunstan Downs High Country Sheep Station is also child friendly and pet friendly.