About this property

Central Location: Drifter Christchurch is located in the city center of Christchurch, offering easy access to key attractions. Christchurch Art Gallery is a 14-minute walk away, while Canterbury Museum lies 0.8 mi from the hotel. Modern Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a lounge, outdoor fireplace, elevator, 24-hour front desk, entertainment staff, shared kitchen, housekeeping service, outdoor seating area, family rooms, games room, standup comedy, live music, full-day security, bicycle parking, express check-in and check-out services, and luggage storage. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms with showers, carpeted floors, balconies, work desks, and TVs. Guests can also enjoy yoga classes, fitness classes, film nights, and an ice-skating rink in the surrounding area. Nearby Attractions: Christchurch International Airport is 6.8 mi away, while Hagley Park lies 1.3 mi from the hotel. Other nearby points of interest include Orana Wildlife Park (12 mi) and Christchurch Railway Station (2.7 mi).

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 queen bed
1 king bed
2 bunk beds
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1 queen bed
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
2 bunk beds
Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
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4 bunk beds
8 bunk beds
8 bunk beds
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
2 twin beds
4 bunk beds
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Matthew
United States United States
The hostel was exceptionally clean and well run. Very special, lots of events intended to get people to meet each other. Not a typical “party hostel” though. Great value too, just a little more than more basic hostels.
Jesse
Netherlands Netherlands
Everything close by. Three stoves and lots of space to store groceries.
Julie
United States United States
Location, the staff is awesome. The decor is current.
Erin
United States United States
Proximity to bus station, all the amenities, helpful staff member (shout out to “T” from French Polynesia!)
Stephanie
New Zealand New Zealand
Pretty much everything it was a great place to stay.
Patti
Canada Canada
Location amazing. Different sitting areas well thought out. The library was so cozy
Monique
United States United States
That it was a premium hostel. You could book a private ensuite room. It had extra rooms like a meditation room etc and a bar and was only 1 block from the Intercity bus pickup point
Roberta
Canada Canada
Comfortable bed, bar downstairs, friendly staff, great location
Stefan
Norway Norway
I have traveled through many Asian and European countries and I have stayed in many dorms. And none of them come close to the level of this one. From check-in experience to 24h open public areas. Rooms dedicated to work, reading, watching things...
Liwen
Taiwan Taiwan
One of the best hostel I stay around the world, the design of the room and common area is very beautiful. And they also held many activities you can join.

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Rambler
  • Open for
    Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Modern

House rules

Drifter Christchurch takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 30 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 30 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

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 fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a (Visa, Mastercard, American Express) 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 Drifter 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.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.