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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 (€17). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Christchurch is September (€65).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Christchurch is Monday (€20). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is €43.

How much is a hostel in Christchurch tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Christchurch tonight starting as low as €19, rising to an average cost of €59, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from €26 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 €19/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as €64/night. For a 4-star hostel in Christchurch, the cheapest rate recently found was €70/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Christchurch?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 30 days before your trip to Christchurch. The lowest price found when booking 30 days ahead was €21 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 €19 per night. There is currently one property in Christchurch that can be booked for this price. Urbanz is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 7 June 2025
These Christchurch properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hostel, and hostel location.
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Urbanz
Urbanz

Urbanz

273 Manchester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€19
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
€21
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
€76
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 7 June 2025.
hostels located in the Christchurch area sorted by price and hostel class. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hostel class.
4 stars +
Lylo Christchurch
Lylo Christchurch

Lylo Christchurch

5 Peter Leeming Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
€76
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2 stars and under
Urbanz
Urbanz

Urbanz

273 Manchester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
€19
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Other accommodations in Christchurch

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City Centre Motel
City Centre Motel

City Centre Motel

876 Colombo Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€67
Avg. per night
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Camelot Motor Lodge
Camelot Motor Lodge

Camelot Motor Lodge

28 Papanui Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€65
Avg. per night
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Daffodil Motel
Daffodil Motel

Daffodil Motel

46 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€77
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
€39
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
€37
Avg. per night
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Rucksacker Backpacker Hostel
Rucksacker Backpacker Hostel

Rucksacker Backpacker Hostel

70 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€82
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
€76
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 7 June 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 7 June 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Christchurch?

    €48/night is an average price for a hostel in Christchurch throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in September is the most expensive month to book, and in May is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Christchurch hostels for as low as €15/night. In general, Christchurch hostels for €29 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Christchurch?

    Based on our data, Lylo Christchurch is the best Christchurch hostel, with a rating of 8.0/10 from 5,692 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Christchurch Airport?

    Lylo Christchurch is the nearest hostel in Christchurch to Christchurch Airport, at a distance of 1.4 km.

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

    The most popular neighbourhood is Christchurch Central City, with 29% of our users looking to stay in Christchurch searching for hostels in this area over the last 12 months. Drifter Christchurch is a popular hostel in Christchurch Central City that might be available for your travel dates, though there are other great properties in the area as well.

  • Should I stay in a Christchurch hostel?

    Staying in a Christchurch 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 Christchurch tend to attract younger, solo travellers, but they can be great for couples and families as well.

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