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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.

Amazing hostel. Amazing location, super comfortable beds, everything was nice and clean. This was one of my favorite stays of my trip, I almost wished I had a longer stay. They also had a bit of the Lord of the Rings soundtrack weaved into the mix of music playing and I LOVED IT. Nice quiet songs I think even a non fan could appreciate and just alternated in there a bit with their other music. For me it created such an amazing atmosphere. If I ever manage to make my way back to Tekapo I'd love to stay here again

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8.8
Excellent
2,536 reviews
Price from
$38
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.

The shared bathroom, toilet and kitchen are extremely clean. The location is convenient. The check in procedure is easy. The triple room is quite large with great garden view of autumn. Good for value place to stay overnight. Highly recommend!

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8.1
Very Good
1,321 reviews
Price from
$24
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.

Great location, great service, wonderful kitchen facilities to meet other travellers

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8.4
Very Good
1,476 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.

Location and rooms were very nice.

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7.6
Good
481 reviews
Price from
$30
per night

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Hostels that guests love in Lake Tekapo

  • From $101.78 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,537 reviews
    Everything, best hostel ever! So clever and comfy beds with lots of storage space, you have lot of privacy as well. Beautiful bathrooms, amazing kitchen and other facilities. Luxury!
    Marcela
    Czech Republic
  • From $103.49 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 481 reviews
    Well located and cheaper than other hostels.
    Matthew
    United Kingdom
  • From $92.41 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,476 reviews
    If you are in Tekapo for star gazing and tours are booked out, this is a good location. This busy, well-run, lake front hostel is 1km from the nearest store, so a clear view of the milky way can be seen with the naked eye. Owing to extending my stay, I had two different rooms with comfortable bunk beds but had no noise disturbance in either. This is an excellent location for walkers.
    Noeline
    New Zealand
  • From $109.58 per night
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,891 reviews
    Great location, cheap, tidy, clean
    Lagan Amy
    New Zealand
  • From $101.78 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,537 reviews
    Wow the view from the living room is stunning! The dorm room and shared bathrooms were clean and I appreciated the curtains on the bunk beds. The hostel doesn't feel very social but apart from that I enjoyed my short stay.
    Jeniffer
    Germany
  • From $73.05 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,321 reviews
    One of the last remaining brillant Backpacker Hostels in NZ! People from all over the world, young in years and young in mind meet and talk and are building up friendships. Simple but functional, comfy beds. And perfectly clean(!), not a matter of course for the very reasonable costs. Thank you very much, Stacy, for your effort and your hospitality!
    Thomas
    Switzerland
  • From $101.78 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,537 reviews
    Best views ever seen from a Hostel and windows made the most of that. All amenities needed in kitchen, very clean, great games & seating area to enjoy the views. Great location.
    Deborah
    United Kingdom
  • From $101.78 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,537 reviews
    My first experience of a youth hostel at 70 years old and l loved it
    Dano
    United Kingdom
  • From $101.78 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,537 reviews
    Very nice new hostel with friendly staff clean facilities great location. Cooking facilities are good and the view from common areas of the lake is great.
    Emily
    Switzerland
  • From $103.49 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 481 reviews
    This Backpackers was by far the cheapest available option anywhere near Tekapo. Beds were comfortable and clean. Kitchen was well equipped.
    Pascal WEINMANN
    Germany