Akaroa Hostels

"Friendly, high standard - Girlfriend and I stayed 2 nights at Bon Accord, and loved the place. The hosts were really helpful, available when needed and the facilities are modest but fantastic. Definite homey feel to the place. We plan on returning there same time next year!" … "This is the nicest hostel I have ever stayed at! We had the garden room, which is a double, and leads out onto its own garden. The hostel very small and cozy and it's easy to meet people here. The facilities are great, too, with two kitchens, a lounge room and a...  more »

"This is the best hostel i ever stayed at in my life. The hosts are very welcoming, the views are awesome, and the atmosphere is amazing. Oh and the volleyball -- don't miss it! The real farm experience, i loved the pet lamb and Babe." … "Great hostel! We slept in a double bedroom which was a cabin at three minutes walk from the main house. A lovely walk I must add. Private toilets for this cabin were a few seconds away. The view and atmosphere at this place is excellent. So if you like a laid back environment with lots of New Zealand...  more »

"… operating from mid november to end of april.. - Hickory Bay for excellent surfing. - Discounts on most activities in the area - We have Surf equipment available for hire, discounted for guests - We run Kayaking trips on Akaroa Harbour, discounted for guests - Beautiful Private campsites available - Free shuttle to and from Akaroa - Birdsong by day, frog opera by night.. - This is big sky country We believe this is a magical and Unique part of the country and we welcome visitors from around the world. Our wish is to make your stay...  more »

"This is the best backpackers in New Zealand! It has the best dinners (salad, fish or meat, veggies and homemade dessert) for cheap! And it has friendly owners!" … "A wonderful hostel. At the end of a long, slightly frightening drive through thick fog and driving rain I eventually found the hostel. Arriving just before dinner I found a log fire was burning and the kitchen buzzing with busy cooks. The meal was the embodiment of a smile. There were lovely people, great conversation, and great food. I slept in a little wooden hut on the...  more »

"This is a lovely, wee hostel. It was very homely, and the garden was amazing." … "I loved it, so homey. fantastic garden in back. American owned. French atmosphere. Spent 3 nights there could have spent a week. Groceries close by, everything within walking distance." … "It's very clean and comfortable, and nice and friendly!" … "Fantastic! - A clean and friendly hostel, my stay here was delightful. Free tea & coffee & wireless, plenty of communal space. The owners also run a dolphin sailing cruise, which was excellent! A...  more »

"Halfmoon Cottage offers luxury accommodation at budget prices, with spacious rooms, gardens and verandahs for relaxing and bikes, kayaks and walks for the more energetic." … "Located in Barrys Bay at the head of Akaroa Harbour, 400 m past the Barrys Bay Cheese factory on SH 75 to Akaroa." … State Highway 75, Barrys Bay … Akaroa, New Zealand  more »

"Perched high on a mountain overlooking the Pacific ocean and the beautiful Akaroa harbour. Surrounded by the peninsulas largest Native Reserve, with over 30 kilometres of breathtaking walks. Excellent surfing beach approximately 12 minutes away. Birdsong by day Frog opera by night. Relaxation is the key word at this friendly small hostel. Pool table available. We also run wildlife kayaking and surfing equipment hire and usually lessons. We also offer discounts on harbour cruises and dolphin swimming. for guests. Our aim is to please and we...  more »