What is the cost of a hostel in Auckland?

€28/night is an average price for a hostel in Auckland throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in July is the most expensive month to book, and in August is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Auckland hostels for as low as €7/night. In general, Auckland hostels for €17 or less are a good deal.

What’s the best hostel in Auckland?

Based on our data, Piha Beachstay Accommodation is the best Auckland hostel, with a rating of 9.0/10 from 574 reviews.

What hostel is closest to Auckland Intl Airport?

Kiwi Airport Backpackers is the nearest hostel in Auckland to Auckland Intl Airport, at a distance of 4.5 km.

What area of Auckland is most popular to stay in?

The most popular neighbourhood is Central Business District, with 20% of our users looking to stay in Auckland searching for hostels in this area over the last 12 months. Lylo Auckland is a popular hostel in Central Business District that might be available for your travel dates, though there are other great properties in the area as well.

What is the most popular hostel in Auckland closest to Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki?

The most popular hostel in Auckland that’s close to Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki is Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers. Just 0.4 km separate Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers from Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, the city’s most popular attraction. 3,348 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers a score of 5.9/10.

Should I stay in a Auckland hostel?

Staying in a Auckland hostel has many benefits, including cost savings, proximity to the centre of the city, a social and laid-back atmosphere, and similar amenities to hotels (such as Wi-Fi, continental breakfast, or 24/7 check-in). Hostels in Auckland tend to attract younger, solo travellers, but they can be great for couples and families as well.

Does Auckland have hostels with “Kitchen/kitchenette” listed as an amenity?

Yes, 10 Auckland hostels list “Kitchen/kitchenette” as an amenity. If you’re looking for a particular hostel in Auckland with this feature, then consider staying at the popular Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers.

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Travel insights for hostels in Auckland

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

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Auckland is June (€15). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Auckland is September (€35).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Auckland is Wednesday (€12). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is €33.

How much is a hostel in Auckland tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Auckland tonight starting as low as €7, rising to an average cost of €36, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from €15 for a 4-star hostel in Auckland for tonight.

How much is a Auckland hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Auckland this weekend for as little as €8/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as €7/night. For a 4-star hostel in Auckland, the cheapest rate recently found was €14/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Auckland?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 25 days before your trip to Auckland. The lowest price found when booking 25 days ahead was €17 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Auckland, New Zealand

These are the lowest prices we've found on hostels in Auckland at the moment. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.

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Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers

102 Albert Street, Auckland, New Zealand

0.5 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

€15

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Hostels in Auckland, New Zealand

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Travel insights for hostels in Auckland

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

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Auckland is June (€15). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Auckland is September (€35).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Auckland is Wednesday (€12). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is €33.

How much is a hostel in Auckland tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Auckland tonight starting as low as €7, rising to an average cost of €36, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from €15 for a 4-star hostel in Auckland for tonight.

How much is a Auckland hostel room this weekend?

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Auckland?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 25 days before your trip to Auckland. The lowest price found when booking 25 days ahead was €17 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Auckland, New Zealand

These are the lowest prices we've found on hostels in Auckland at the moment. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.

Hostel prices in Auckland, New Zealand

We've come across the following hostels in Auckland with different price and hostel class options. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hostel class.

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Where to stay in Auckland, New Zealand

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Auckland to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 26 July 2025.

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Facts about staying in Auckland, New Zealand

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Auckland to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 26 July 2025.