YHA Christchurch
36 Hereford Street, 8013 Christchurch, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.3/10! (score from 793 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Lovely place to spend some days while you are looking for a room for a long term or while you visit the city. The place was very clean, good location, staff really kindly, good facilites for guests.

- Garden
- BBQ facilities
- Free WiFi
- Private Bathroom
- Key card access
- Non-smoking rooms
- Baggage storage
- Heating
Experience World-class Service at YHA Christchurch
Featuring 2 guest lounges and 2 communal kitchens, YHA Christchurch is located opposite the Arts Center, just 492 feet from the Botanic Gardens and Hagley Park. You can enjoy a meal and relax in the lovely BBQ and garden area. There is a guest laundry on site. The guestrooms are clean and comfortable. Some rooms feature private bathroom facilities, others offer access to a shared bathroom. YHA Christchurch is a 5-minute walk from Cathedral Square, the Riverside Market and The Terrace.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
YHA Christchurch has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Dec 31, 2009Hotel chain/brand: Youth Hostels Association
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- BBQ facilities
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- Sebastian
Chile
“Lovely place to spend some days while you are looking for a room for a long term or while you visit the city. The place was very clean, good location, staff really kindly, good facilites for guests.” - Kate
Canada
“I like the welcoming staff. They made me feel right at home. The building itself was beautiful, and the room was very well appointed and comfortable. Everyone was mindful of the quiet time rules so it was peaceful at night.” - Stéphanie
Belgium
“Very good value for money. Well-located, friendly staff and clean facilities.” - B
United States of America
“if you are French, you will right at home. 90% are French and German and lovely people” - Jeanne
United States of America
“Location is tops, close to the botanical gardens, shops & restaurants. Couldn’t be any better! The dining areas were nice and kitchen well stocked.” - Lily
United States of America
“staff are very nice and helpful. central location.” - Sarah
Germany
“Perfect for one night in a shared room. Nice staff and good location.” - Ofri
Israel
“the rooms were very clean and nice the girl dorms were just what I needed when I landed here” - Anna
New Zealand
“Stuff was very friendly and helpful, especially given that it was such a busy season.” - Laufer
New Zealand
“Good lounge area and good facilities. Beds were comfortable and room size (4 bed dorm) was appropriate.”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Is it quiet at night?
We are generally are quiet hostel and work to keep any noise in the communal spaces. If you have any issues with noise during your stay please talk to..Answered on 11 September 2019Do you offer luggage storage?
We offer free luggage storage on the day of check in (from 8am) and check out (until 8pm). If you are looking to store items while traveling around Ne..Answered on 11 September 2019do you have free carpark for the guest?
YHA Christchurch does not have its own carpark, we can however provide parking options both paid and free on arrival all subject to availability.Answered on 5 October 2020Hi! I am wanting parking and am happy to pay, where would the parking location be and how much per night?
Hi there, once you get to the hostel we can show you on a map where the free parking is, also where the paid parking will be located. we have 2 free 5..Answered on 11 December 2020Do you have parking available
The YHA Christchurch does not have parking onsite, there is street parking directly outside the hostel (paid) and a couple of blocks away there is als..Answered on 7 April 2021Are sheets and towels included?
Fresh clean linen is included in all of our rooms, free towels are provided to guests staying in our private rooms. Guests booking our dorm rooms can ..Answered on 11 September 2019- Still looking?
Area info *
Amenities of YHA ChristchurchGreat facilities! Review score, 8.5
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- BBQ facilities
- Toilet
- Shower
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- BBQ facilities
- Terrace
- Garden
- Shared kitchen
- Golf course (within 2 miles)Additional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Lockers
- Baggage storage
- Board games/Puzzles
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- English
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cash
YHA Christchurch accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please note that all alternative bedding configurations cannot be accommodated when booking less than 48 hours prior to arrival.
Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with Credit Card.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform YHA Christchurch of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
FAQs about YHA Christchurch
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The prices at YHA Christchurch may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Check-in at YHA Christchurch is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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YHA Christchurch offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
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YHA Christchurch is 1,950 feet from the center of Christchurch. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.