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Discover well-known properties in Auckland, New Zealand that are favored by visitors more than others. There are 3,202 hotels in Auckland, New Zealand and price data was last updated on July 26, 2024. The average price for a hotel in Auckland, New Zealand is $56/night.
These hostels are among the most popular places to stay for users visiting Auckland. If you're not finding the hostel you're looking for and have flexibility with dates, try adjusting the search form at the top of the page for more options.
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31 Wellesley Street, Auckland, New Zealand
Attic Backpackers is conveniently set in the centre of Auckland, and provides a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. This property is located a short distance from attractions such as Sky Tower, Aotea Centre, and Aotea Square. Viaduct Harbour is 1.2 km away and Auckland Town Hall is 300 metres from the hostel. Featuring a shared bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, certain rooms at the hostel also provide guests with a city view. All units include bed linen. Popular points of interest near Attic Backpackers include The Civic, Auckland Art Gallery and SKYCITY Auckland Convention Centre. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport, 20 km from the accommodation.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
846 reviews
Location
0.4 mi from city centre
20 Pitt Street, Auckland, New Zealand
YMCA Hostel offers budget accommodation in the heart of Auckland CBD (Central Business District). Guests have access to a shared kitchenette, an outdoor seating area and lounge room with billiards and cable TV. The bars and clubs of Karangahape Road are a 2-minute walk from YMCA Hostel Auckland. It is 5 minutes’ walk to the city’s best shopping on Queen Street. All rooms include a small refrigerator, a heater and bed linen. There is also a wardrobe and work desk in each room. YMCA Hostel offers separate female and mixed dorm rooms. YMCA Auckland is only 15 minutes’ walk from The University of Auckland and Auckland University of Technology (AUT). It is a 10-minute walk to the bars, restaurants and cafes of Ponsonby.
Free Wi-Fi
7.3
Good
826 reviews
Location
0.8 mi from city centre
146 Karangahape Roadnewton, Auckland, New Zealand
Located in Auckland CBD (Central Business District), this renovated hostel offers free WiFi in all rooms. The bus stop to nearby shopping centers is located across the road. It is less than 10 minutes' walk from the bars and cafes on Ponsonby Road and a 15-minute walk from SKY Tower and art gallery. It is also 15 minutes' walk to Auckland museum and domain, 20 minutes' walk to the information center, Princes Wharf, the Cloud Wharf and Walking Tour. The University of Auckland and AUT University are both 15 minutes' walk away. K Road City Travellers’ facilities include secure lockers in each dorm room and a luggage storage service. There is free access to the printer and photocopier and self-service laundry facilities are provided. You are welcome to self-cater in the communal kitchen area.
Free Wi-Fi
9.6
Excellent
3 reviews
Location
1.0 mi from city centre
60 St Georges Bay Road, Auckland, New Zealand
Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include phones with free local calls. Amenities Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access. This hostel also features a television in a common area, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area. Property Location With a stay at Lantana Lodge - Hostel in Auckland (Parnell), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Auckland Domain and Spark Arena. This hostel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Auckland War Memorial Museum and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from University of Auckland. Check-In Checkin starts at 11:30 AM Checkin end at 7:00 PM The minimum age of Checkin 18 Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash Guests will receive key retrieval information. Check-Out Checkout is done at 10:00 AM Pets Pets not allowed General instructions No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Essential workers only - NO Property is cleaned with disinfectant Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer Social distancing measures are in place Contactless check-in is available Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures Contactless check-out is available
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
6.0
Good
1 reviews
Location
1.1 mi from city centre
10 Wellesley Street East, Auckland, New Zealand
Choice Backpackers offers self-catering accommodation in the Auckland CBD. All guests enjoy free, high-speed unlimited WiFi throughout the property. Guests may stay in private or shared dormitory style air-conditioned rooms, with hotel-quality mattresses and all linen provided. Private rooms come with towels, shampoo and soap. Choice Backpackers offers shared laundry and well-equipped kitchen facilities, available to all guests. The property provides complimentary pasta, rice and a large selection of spices for your use. You can spend time in the shared chill-out lounge area, where you can make new friends from all over the world, play a game of billiards, table soccer or darts. You can also book your next tour or activity at the tour desk or get local insights from the 24-hour reception. Enjoy the cinema room with surround sound, which features Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and a large selection of movies and TV shows to choose from. Arriving and departing guests have access to free luggage storage facilities and limited bike storage is available for long term stays. Choice Backpackers is within 10 minutes' walk from a supermarket as well as a cinema, the Auckland Art Gallery, transport options, Sky City and many bars, restaurants and clubs.
Free Wi-Fi
6.2
Good
1102 reviews
Location
0.4 mi from city centre
38 Glenesk Road, Piha, New Zealand
Piha Beachstay Accommodation is a homestay set in Piha, 38 km from central Auckland and 45 km from Auckland Airport. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. You will find a shared kitchen and shared lounge facilities at the property. The area is popular for hiking and surfing in the Waitakere Ranges Regional Park. Waiwera is 50 km from Piha Beachstay Accommodation, while Manukau City is 36 km away.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.3
Excellent
330 reviews
Location
0.7 mi from city centre
25 St Georges Bay Road, Auckland, New Zealand
Set in a prime location of Auckland, City Garden Lodge Backpackers puts everything the city has to offer just outside your doorstep. Featuring a complete list of amenities, guests will find their stay at the property a comfortable one. Express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, Wi-Fi in public areas, car park, family room are just some of the facilities on offer. All rooms are designed and decorated to make guests feel right at home, and some rooms come with carpeting, linens, mirror, smoke detector, internet access – wireless. To enhance guests' stay, the hotel offers recreational facilities such as golf course (within 3 km), garden. Discover all Auckland has to offer by making City Garden Lodge Backpackers your base.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
7.6
Good
4 reviews
Location
1.2 mi from city centre
217 Ponsonby Road, Auckland, New Zealand
Free Wi-Fi
Location
1.3 mi from city centre
144 Mckenzie Road, Auckland, New Zealand
The 4-star Kiwi Airport Backpackers offers comfort and convenience whether you're on business or holiday in Auckland. Offering a variety of facilities and services, the hotel provides all you need for a good night's sleep. 24-hour room service, Wi-Fi in public areas, car park, restaurant, laundry service are there for guest's enjoyment. Separate living room, smoke detector, non smoking rooms, heating, alarm clock can be found in selected guestrooms. The hotel offers various recreational opportunities. For reliable service and professional staff, Kiwi Airport Backpackers caters to your needs.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
6.0
Good
6 reviews
Location
8.4 mi from city centre

Tips for booking hostels in Auckland, New Zealand

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Auckland, New Zealand. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on July 26, 2024.
Cheapest month:June
Most expensive month:December
Average price in Auckland:$56/night
Cheapest price found:$12/night
Cheapest day:Sunday
Most expensive day:Thursday
$12 - $227
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$12 - $64
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Auckland, New Zealand hostels

Browse through properties in Auckland, New Zealand that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 3,202 properties in Auckland, New Zealand and data was last updated on July 26, 2024.
According to our users, these are some of the best hostels to stay at in Auckland. Learn why these hostels were rated among the best by reading user reviews.
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131 Beach Road, Auckland, New Zealand
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$94
Avg. per night

Cheapest hostels in Auckland, New Zealand

Discover affordable stays in Auckland, New Zealand that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Auckland, New Zealand can be found for as low as $15 per night. There is currently one property in Auckland, New Zealand that can be booked for this price. Freemans Backpackers is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Auckland, New Zealand. Price data was last updated on July 26, 2024
At the moment, these hostels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Auckland. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
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65 Wellington Street, Auckland, New Zealand
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$15
Avg. per night
11 Hekerua Road, Oneroa, New Zealand
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$15
Avg. per night
102 Albert Street, Auckland, New Zealand
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$16
Avg. per night
224 Hobson Street, Auckland, New Zealand
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$23
Avg. per night
27 Cross Street, Auckland, New Zealand
1.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$23
Avg. per night
145 Karangahape Road, Auckland, New Zealand
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$23
Avg. per night
373 Karangahape Road, Auckland, New Zealand
1.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$25
Avg. per night
4-6 Hopetoun Street, Auckland, New Zealand
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$26
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Auckland, New Zealand

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Auckland 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 Auckland at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on July 26, 2024.
An overview of the average price of hostels by hostel class in the Auckland. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hostel class.
2 stars and under
373 Karangahape Road, Auckland, New Zealand
3 stars
102 Albert Street, Auckland, New Zealand
4 stars +
20 Pitt Street, Auckland, New Zealand
25 St Georges Bay Road, Auckland, New Zealand

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Other accommodations in Auckland, New Zealand

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Auckland, New Zealand. There are 3,202 properties in Auckland, New Zealand and price data was last updated on July 26, 2024. The average price for a hotel in Auckland, New Zealand is $56/night.
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20 Gladstone Road, Auckland, New Zealand
1.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$75
Avg. per night
20 Wyndham Street, Auckland, New Zealand
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$51
Avg. per night
68 Ponsonby Road, Auckland, New Zealand
1.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$88
Avg. per night
20c Link Drive, Auckland, New Zealand
5.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$106
Avg. per night
Auckland, New Zealand
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$348
Avg. per night
Auckland, New Zealand
0.7 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$92
Avg. per night
Auckland, New Zealand
0.3 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$97
Avg. per night
14 Harbour View Terrace, Auckland, New Zealand
5.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$123
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Auckland, New Zealand

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Auckland to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on July 26, 2024.
Scroll through the map to find hostels close to the Auckland neighborhood(s) you plan on visiting. You can find more information on a particular hostel within the map by clicking on its name.

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 July 26, 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Auckland?

    On average, it’s $57/night for a hostel in Auckland, though $45/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $12/night in Auckland. Try to avoid booking your hostel in December (the most expensive month). Booking in June (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Auckland?

    Based on our data, Haka Lodge Auckland is the best Auckland hostel, with a rating of 8.1/10 from 1,395 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Auckland Intl Airport?

    If you’re looking for hostels in Auckland that aren’t far from Auckland Intl Airport, then the closest one is Kiwi Airport Backpackers, which is 2.8 mi away.

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

    While there are other neighborhoods throughout Auckland, 7% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Central Business District in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Lylo Auckland is our most popular hostel in this area.

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

    If you’re looking for a hostel near Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki while in Auckland, then opt for the popular Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers with a 5.7/10 review score from 1,942 users. The distance from Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki to Surf 'N' Snow Backpackers is 0.2 mi.

  • Should I stay in a Auckland hostel?

    Staying at a hostel in Auckland is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

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