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The 10 Best Hostels in Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Some of the best backpacker spots in Lake Tekapo

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Haka House Lake Tekapo features accommodation in Lake Tekapo. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 45 km from Mt. Dobson.

Guests at the hostel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Lake Tekapo, like hiking, skiing and cycling.

Nice location with superb view, where you can just sit in the kitchen and look at the snow mountain and Lake Tekapo. Facilities is excellent.

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8.7
Excellent
2,530 reviews
Price from
$37
per night

Offering a children's playground, a guest lounge and budget accommodation options, Tailor Made Tekapo Accommodation - Guesthouse & Hostel is located in Lake Tekapo. Guests enjoy free on-site parking. Guests enjoy unlimited WiFi per day.

Very easy to check in. Staff was very considerate, heated the room for me.

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8.1
Very Good
1,319 reviews
Price from
$72
per night

Lakes Edge Lodge is just a 3-minute drive from Lake Tekapo town centre. A free shuttle service is available to and from Lake Tekapo bus terminal.

The hostel is a 5-minute drive from Church of the Good Shephard and a 14-minute drive from Mt John University Observatory.

The view from this hostel was incredible. Such an ideal location for enjoying the beautiful lake and the place was so clean. The staff were also incredibly friendly and helpful.

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8.4
Very Good
1,469 reviews
Price from
$28
per night

Situated in Lake Tekapo, 45 km from Mt. Dobson, Stay In Tekapo Backpackers has a garden, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities, as well as free WiFi. All rooms boast a kitchen, a TV with cable channels, and a shared bathroom. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests.

Super clean and quiet! Super comfortable bed and amazing locarion! It is really great!

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7.6
Good
478 reviews
Price from
$102
per night

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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Hostels that guests love in Lake Tekapo

  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 74 reviews
    Great location. Lovely, private house. Very clean, tidy and cozy. Loved staying at Little Rock!
    Luis
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $173.51
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 72 reviews
    Great location, clean room and responsive host
    Nethanel
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $197.27
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 307 reviews
    Great location and high quality facilities.
    John
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $102.31
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 478 reviews
    Well located and cheaper than other hostels.
    Matthew
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $116.71
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,022 reviews
    Clean, well stocked and modern, nice views and great location in town.
    Kristy
    Travelers with friends
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 40 reviews
    Great location, peaceful and quiet. Kitchen is well stocked with cutlery and crockery. The cooktop works well. Love the full size fridge. We arrived quite late, so self check in very easy and much appreciated!
    Weng Yan
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $134.81
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,210 reviews
    This hotel is a little old and dated. Views from Some rooms, while others would have looked into the carpark, quite clean and provisions to make tea/coffee a toaster and crockery in the cupboards. We all felt the interiors needed a refresh. In a great location and I expect that it would have had great views prior to the Youth Hostel and Planetarium buildings existence.
    karen
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $123.50
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,530 reviews
    This is a clean, modern hostel in a gorgeous location. The bunk beds are sturdy and very comfortable, with individual outlets, reading lights, and shelves. The lockers in the dorm rooms are big, and the sheets and towels are good quality. There's lots of space in the kitchen, and lots of couches in the upstairs lounge. And everywhere the beautiful lake view.
    Chris
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $123.50
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,530 reviews
    great location, a fantastic hostel with great facilities including and extensive kitchen. our room had great views of the lake. lovely double room with private bathroom
    Brogan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $123.50
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,530 reviews
    Very clean, comfy beds, great location, does not feel like you are staying in a hostel!
    Jennifer
    Solo traveler