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Travel insights for hostels in Christchurch

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Christchurch including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Christchurch?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Christchurch is April (C$ 42). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Christchurch is February (C$ 137).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Christchurch?

The cheapest day to stay in Christchurch is Monday (C$ 79). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is C$ 134.

How much is a hostel in Christchurch tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Christchurch tonight starting as low as C$ 24, rising to an average cost of C$ 75, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from C$ 28 for a 4-star hostel in Christchurch for tonight.

How much is a Christchurch hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Christchurch this weekend for as little as C$ 25/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as C$ 25/night. For a 4-star hostel in Christchurch, the cheapest rate recently found was C$ 77/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Christchurch?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 11 days before your trip to Christchurch. The lowest price found when booking 11 days ahead was C$ 30 per night.
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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 C$ 25 per night. There is currently one property in Christchurch that can be booked for this price. Point Break Backpackers is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 18 August 2025
Currently, these are the lowest-priced hostels in Christchurch we've come across for the dates selected. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
Point Break Backpackers
Point Break Backpackers

Point Break Backpackers

6 Union Street New Brighton, Christchurch, New Zealand
8.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
C$ 25
Avg. per night
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Urbanz
Urbanz

Urbanz

273 Manchester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 29
Avg. per night
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Jailhouse Accommodation
Jailhouse Accommodation

Jailhouse Accommodation

338 Lincoln Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
C$ 29
Avg. per night
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Lylo Christchurch
Lylo Christchurch

Lylo Christchurch

5 Peter Leeming Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
8.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
C$ 77
Avg. per night
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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 18 August 2025.
hostels located in the Christchurch area sorted by price and hostel class. For added insight, we've also noted the most popular and best value hostels within each hostel class.
4 stars +
Lylo Christchurch
Lylo Christchurch

Lylo Christchurch

5 Peter Leeming Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
C$ 77
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2 stars and under
Urbanz
Urbanz

Urbanz

273 Manchester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
C$ 29
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Other accommodations in Christchurch

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Christchurch. There are 1,938 properties in Christchurch and price data was last updated on 18 August 2025. The average price for a hotel in Christchurch is C$ 61/night.
Urbanz
Urbanz

Urbanz

273 Manchester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 29
Avg. per night
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Lylo Christchurch
Lylo Christchurch

Lylo Christchurch

5 Peter Leeming Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
8.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
C$ 77
Avg. per night
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Ramada Suites by Wyndham Christchurch City
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Christchurch City

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Christchurch City

264 - 266 Tuam Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 133
Avg. per night
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Walnut Grove Lodge
Walnut Grove Lodge

Walnut Grove Lodge

Christchurch, New Zealand
4.4 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 663
Avg. per night
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North South Holiday Park
North South Holiday Park

North South Holiday Park

Christchurch, New Zealand
8.6 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 53
Avg. per night
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South Brighton Holiday Park
South Brighton Holiday Park

South Brighton Holiday Park

Christchurch, New Zealand
8.2 km from city centre
C$ 61
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Christchurch

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Christchurch to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 18 August 2025.
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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 18 August 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Christchurch?

    On average, it’s C$ 61/night for a hostel in Christchurch, though C$ 37/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for C$ 22/night in Christchurch. Try to avoid booking your hostel in January (the most expensive month). Booking in October (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Christchurch?

    Lylo Christchurch boasts a 8.0/10 review rating from 5,763 users, making it the best hostel in Christchurch.

  • What hostel is closest to Christchurch Airport?

    It is 1.4 km to get from Christchurch Airport to Lylo Christchurch (the nearest Christchurch hostel to the airport).

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

    The most popular neighbourhood to stay in Christchurch is Christchurch Central City, according to our data. 3% of users who searched for hostels in Christchurch looked for properties in Christchurch Central City. If you’re interested in staying in Christchurch Central City, consider the Urbanz - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

  • Should I stay in a Christchurch hostel?

    Aside from the fact that Christchurch hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Christchurch.

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