Hotel GivevsCanterbury House Backpackers
Both properties are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Christchurch YMCA is preferred by most professionals compared to Canterbury House Backpackers. Christchurch YMCA comes in at #8 in Christchurch with endorsements from 2 sources including Rough Guide, Frommer's.
Hotel Give
12 Hereford St, Christchurch, New Zealand
From $69/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Smoking Rooms
- Fitness Center
- Free Parking
Rough Guide
"Very central, state-of-the-art YMCA with spartan dorms, singles, basic doubles and deluxe en-suite doubles with phone, tea and coffee, and TV."
Frommer's
"Three words spring instantly to mind—value, location, and liveliness." Full review
Canterbury House Backpackers
257 Bealy Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand
From $0/night
- Shuttle Bus
- Free Parking
- Air Conditioning
- Baggage storage
- Safe
- Sun terrace
Lonely Planet
"More of a homestay than a hostel, Canterbury House is run by a friendly Kiwi–Japanese couple, and enjoys a quiet right-of-way location off busy Bealey Ave."