Foley TowersvsCanterbury House Backpackers
Both properties are praised by writers. Overall, Foley Towers is preferred by most reviewers compared to Canterbury House Backpackers. Foley Towers ranks #20 in Christchurch with approval from 2 sources including Lonely Planet, Rough Guide.
Foley Towers
208 Kilmore St, Christchurch, New Zealand
From $18/night
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Free Parking
Rough Guide
"A Christchurch
backpacking original from the mid-1980s, built
around a couple of old houses that manages to
maintain an intimate feel thanks to attentive staff,
attractive gardens and..."
Lonely Planet
"Provides well-maintained rooms encircling quiet inner courtyards and a friendly welcome in dorms warmed by underfloor heating. Check-in after 9pm is available only by arrangement." 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."