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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Christchurch is April ($22). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Christchurch is September ($85).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Christchurch is Saturday ($22). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is $66.

How much is a hostel in Christchurch tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Christchurch tonight starting as low as $21, rising to an average cost of $78, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $27 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 $57/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $57/night. For a 4-star hostel in Christchurch, the cheapest rate recently found was $78/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 $24 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 $22 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 June 12, 2025
These Christchurch properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
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Urbanz
Urbanz

Urbanz

273 Manchester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$22
Avg. per night
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Jailhouse Accommodation
Jailhouse Accommodation

Jailhouse Accommodation

338 Lincoln Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$24
Avg. per night
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Lylo Christchurch
Lylo Christchurch

Lylo Christchurch

5 Peter Leeming Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
5.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$87
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 June 12, 2025.
We've come across the following hostels in Christchurch with different price and hostel class options. 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
$87
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2 stars and under
Urbanz
Urbanz

Urbanz

273 Manchester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
$22
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Other accommodations in Christchurch

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Christchurch. There are 1,817 properties in Christchurch and price data was last updated on June 12, 2025. The average price for a hotel in Christchurch is $53/night.
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Brookside Villa - Christchurch Holiday Homes
Brookside Villa - Christchurch Holiday Homes

Brookside Villa - Christchurch Holiday Homes

Christchurch, New Zealand
2.7 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$137
Avg. per night
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Lylo Christchurch
Lylo Christchurch

Lylo Christchurch

5 Peter Leeming Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
5.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$87
Avg. per night
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Sudima Christchurch Airport
Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand
5.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$113
Avg. per night
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Sudima Christchurch City
Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City

49 Salisbury Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$120
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Christchurch

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Christchurch to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on June 12, 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 June 12, 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Christchurch?

    On average, it’s $54/night for a hostel in Christchurch, though $33/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $14/night in Christchurch. Try to avoid booking your hostel in November (the most expensive month). Booking in June (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • 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 5,699 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Christchurch Airport?

    If you’re looking for hostels in Christchurch that aren’t far from Christchurch Airport, then the closest one is Lylo Christchurch, which is 0.9 mi away.

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

    While there are other neighborhoods throughout Christchurch, 0% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Christchurch Central City in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Around The World Backpackers is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Christchurch closest to Sumner Beach?

    If you’re looking for a hostel near Sumner Beach while in Christchurch, then opt for the popular Urbanz with a 7.8/10 review score from 2,807 users. The distance from Sumner Beach to Urbanz is 6.5 mi.

  • Should I stay in a Christchurch hostel?

    Staying at a hostel in Christchurch 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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