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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 (S$ 36). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Christchurch is November (S$ 156).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Christchurch is Sunday (S$ 45). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is S$ 93.

How much is a hostel in Christchurch tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Christchurch tonight starting as low as S$ 23, rising to an average cost of S$ 74, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from S$ 31 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 S$ 27/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as S$ 27/night. For a 4-star hostel in Christchurch, the cheapest rate recently found was S$ 31/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 S$ 28 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 S$ 27 per night. There is currently one property in Christchurch that can be booked for this price. Jailhouse Accommodation is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 30 July 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.
Jailhouse Accommodation
Jailhouse Accommodation

Jailhouse Accommodation

338 Lincoln Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
S$ 27
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
S$ 28
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
S$ 83
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 30 July 2025.
Prices on hostels (average nightly rate) for the dates selected, broken down by hostel class. As an added layer, we've also marked the most popular and best value properties in each hostel class.
4 stars +
Lylo Christchurch
Lylo Christchurch

Lylo Christchurch

5 Peter Leeming Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
S$ 83
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2 stars and under
Urbanz
Urbanz

Urbanz

273 Manchester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
S$ 28
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Other accommodations in Christchurch

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Walnut Grove Lodge
Walnut Grove Lodge

Walnut Grove Lodge

Christchurch, New Zealand
4.4 km from city centre
Air conditioning
S$ 622
Avg. per night
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Riccarton Motor Lodge
Riccarton Motor Lodge

Riccarton Motor Lodge

214 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
3.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 84
Avg. per night
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Garden City Motel
Garden City Motel

Garden City Motel

242 Main North Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
5.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
S$ 94
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
S$ 95
Avg. per night
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Commodore Airport Hotel
Commodore Airport Hotel

Commodore Airport Hotel

449 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand
7.4 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 139
Avg. per night
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Sudima Christchurch Airport
Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand
8.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 125
Avg. per night
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Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

Christchurch, New Zealand
4.9 km from city centre
Air conditioning
S$ 68
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
S$ 45
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
S$ 55
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 30 July 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 30 July 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Christchurch?

    Christchurch hostels are S$ 70/night, on average. However, you may find that prices fluctuate depending on the time of year. In July is often the cheapest month to book, and in November is the most expensive month to book a hostel in Christchurch. Our users recently found hostels for S$ 22/night - which is currently the lowest price. Keep in mind that we would consider anything in Christchurch for S$ 45/night or less a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Christchurch?

    Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in Christchurch is Lylo Christchurch. 5,740 users from HotelsCombined gave the Lylo Christchurch a 8.0/10 rating.

  • 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).

  • Should I stay in a Christchurch hostel?

    Hostels in Christchurch tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Christchurch hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

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