Drifter Christchurch | Hostel in Christchurch

9.0 (2955 Reviews) |   21 Bedrooms  17 Bathrooms  62 Guests
Christchurch City Centre Hostel | Drifter Christchurch

21 Bedroom Hostel in Christchurch City Centre, Christchurch

Central Location

Drifter Christchurch is located in the city center of Christchurch, offering easy access to public transport options. The Christchurch International Airport lies 6.8 mi away, while an ice-skating rink is nearby.

Exceptional Facilities

Guests enjoy a sun terrace, modern restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a lounge, outdoor fireplace, elevator, 24-hour front desk, entertainment staff, shared kitchen, daily housekeeping service, outdoor seating area, family rooms, games room, standup comedy, cooking classes, live music, bicycle parking, and express check-in and check-out services.

Comfortable Accommodations

Rooms feature air-conditioning, carpeted floors, balconies, private bathrooms, work desks, shared bathrooms, showers, TVs, and sofas. Breakfast is served à la carte, and dinner and cocktails are available at the restaurant.

Guest Favorites

Guests appreciate the yoga and fitness classes, film nights, walking tours, and the attentive property staff and service support.

Drifter Christchurch is located in Christchurch.

This 21 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Air Conditioner, Designated Smoking Area, TV, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 2955 reviews with the average score of 9 . Coming to Christchurch and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 21 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this BachRentals place in Christchurch. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Drifter Christchurch in Christchurch is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Drifter Christchurch”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hostel, please let us know.

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96 Lichfield Street, Christchurch, 8011, New Zealand

Amenities

Air ConditionerAir Conditioner
Designated Smoking AreaDesignated Smoking Area
TVTV
Balcony/TerraceBalcony/Terrace
AccessibilityAccessibility
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
Business ServicesBusiness Services
Sports/ActivitiesSports/Activities
Wellness FacilitiesWellness Facilities
FireplaceFireplace
RestaurantRestaurant
BarBar
Guest ServicesGuest Services
EntertainmentEntertainment
Child FriendlyChild Friendly
HeatingHeating
InternetInternet
KitchenKitchen
LaundryLaundry

Facility Overview

BreakfastBreakfast
  • RestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBar
KitchenKitchen
  • Shared kitchenShared kitchen
ActivitiesActivities
  • Fitness classesFitness classes
  • Entertainment staffEntertainment staff
  • Evening entertainmentEvening entertainment
  • Live music/PerformanceLive music/Performance
  • Stand-up comedyStand-up comedy
  • Walking toursWalking tours
  • Cooking classCooking class
  • Yoga classesYoga classes
  • Game roomGame room
  • Movie nightsMovie nights
  • Pool tablePool table
  • Happy hourHappy hour
EntertainmentEntertainment
  • Board games/PuzzlesBoard games/Puzzles
GeneralGeneral
  • Family roomsFamily rooms
  • Smoke-free propertySmoke-free property
  • ElevatorElevator
  • Non-smoking roomsNon-smoking rooms
  • Designated smoking areaDesignated smoking area
  • HeatingHeating
  • Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Wifi in all areasWifi in all areas
Guest ServicesGuest Services
  • LaundryLaundry
  • Shared lounge/TV areaShared lounge/TV area
  • 24-hour front desk24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine (snacks)Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)Vending machine (drinks)
  • Daily housekeepingDaily housekeeping
  • Express check-in/outExpress check-in/out
  • Meeting/Banquet facilitiesMeeting/Banquet facilities
  • Invoice providedInvoice provided
InternetInternet
  • InternetInternet
  • WifiWifi
  • Free WifiFree Wifi
OutdoorsOutdoors
  • Sun deckSun deck
  • Outdoor fireplaceOutdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furnitureOutdoor furniture
  • TerraceTerrace
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
  • Smoke alarmsSmoke alarms
  • Security alarmSecurity alarm
  • CCTV in common areasCCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside propertyCCTV outside property
  • Fire extinguishersFire extinguishers
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirusUse of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between staysGuest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stayGuests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelinesLinens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areasHand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • First aid kits availableFirst aid kits available
  • Process in place to check health of guestsProcess in place to check health of guests
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authoritiesStaff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Contactless check-in/outContactless check-in/out
  • Cashless payment availableCashless payment available

Policies

Check-in
Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
Non refundable
Payment Policy
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed
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, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Reviews

Value for money:
9.29
Location:
9.74
Staff:
9.49
Facilities:
9.27
Comfort:
9.49
Cleanliness:
9.47
Briley
Oct 6, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
Australia
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room InfoFacilities
Bed in Superior 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 21 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in Superior 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet, Shampoo, Shower, Private bathroom

General

Reading light, Lockers, Carpeted, Smoke alarm, Heating, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bed in Superior 4 Bed Ensuite Dorm
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in Superior 4 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet, Shampoo, Shower, Private bathroom

General

Reading light, Lockers, Carpeted, Smoke alarm, Heating, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Superior Queen
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 15 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet, Shampoo, Shower, Private bathroom

General

Reading light, Carpeted, Smoke alarm, Heating, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Premium King Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 21 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Premium King Suite

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet, Shampoo, Shower, Private bathroom

General

Reading light, Carpeted, Smoke alarm, Heating, Air conditioning

Living Area

Desk

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Family Room
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 22 m2
2 Bunk bed Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet, Shampoo, Shower, Private bathroom

General

Reading light, Lockers, Carpeted, Smoke alarm, Heating, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Superior Queen Room with Balcony
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 16 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet, Shampoo, Shower, Private bathroom

General

Reading light, Carpeted, Smoke alarm, Heating, Air conditioning

Outdoors

Balcony

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Family Loft Suite with Queen and Bunk
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 50 m2
2 Bunk bed Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Family Loft Suite with Queen and Bunk

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet, Shampoo, Shower, Private bathroom

General

Reading light, Lockers, Carpeted, Smoke alarm, Heating, Air conditioning

Outdoors

Balcony

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV

Living Area

Sofa

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Socket near the bed
Loft Suite with Two Queen Rooms
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 50 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Loft Suite with Two Queen Rooms

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet, Shampoo, Shower, Private bathroom

General

Reading light, Carpeted, Smoke alarm, Heating, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV

Living Area

Sofa

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Socket near the bed
Bunkhouse Superior 8 Person - Ensuite
Room Type: Dorm Room
Room Size: 21 m2
8 Bunk bed Bed
Bunkhouse Superior 8 Person - Ensuite

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet, Shampoo, Shower, Private bathroom

General

Reading light, Lockers, Carpeted, Smoke alarm, Heating, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bunkhouse Superior 4 Person - Ensuite
Room Type: Dorm Room
Room Size: 12 m2
4 Bunk bed Bed
Bunkhouse Superior 4 Person - Ensuite

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet, Shampoo, Shower, Private bathroom

General

Reading light, Lockers, Carpeted, Smoke alarm, Heating, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bunkhouse Deluxe 8 Persons - Ensuite
Room Type: Dorm Room
Room Size: 31 m2
8 Bunk bed Bed
Bunkhouse Deluxe 8 Persons - Ensuite

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet, Shampoo, Shower, Private bathroom

General

Reading light, Lockers, Carpeted, Smoke alarm, Heating, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bunkhouse Deluxe 8 Person - Ensuite
Room Type: Dorm Room
Room Size: 31 m2
8 Bunk bed Bed
Bunkhouse Deluxe 8 Person - Ensuite

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet, Shampoo, Shower, Private bathroom

General

Reading light, Lockers, Carpeted, Smoke alarm, Heating, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bed in Deluxe 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 31 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in Deluxe 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet, Shampoo, Shower, Private bathroom

General

Reading light, Lockers, Carpeted, Smoke alarm, Heating, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bed in Deluxe 8 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 31 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in Deluxe 8 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet, Shampoo, Shower, Private bathroom

General

Reading light, Lockers, Carpeted, Smoke alarm, Heating, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Superior Twin Room
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 12 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Superior Twin Room

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet, Shampoo, Shower, Private bathroom

General

Reading light, Carpeted, Smoke alarm, Heating, Air conditioning

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bunkhouse Superior 4 Persons - Ensuite
Room Type: Dorm Room
Room Size: 12 m2
4 Bunk bed Bed
Bunkhouse Superior 4 Persons - Ensuite

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet, Shampoo, Shower, Private bathroom

General

Reading light, Lockers, Carpeted, Smoke alarm, Heating, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bed in Superior 4 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in Superior 4 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet, Shampoo, Shower, Private bathroom

General

Reading light, Lockers, Carpeted, Smoke alarm, Heating, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bed in Superior 4 Bed Dorm
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in Superior 4 Bed Dorm

General

Lockers, Carpeted, Smoke alarm, Heating, Air conditioning

Bathroom

Shared bathroom

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bunkhouse Superior 4 Person
Room Type: Dorm Room
Room Size: 12 m2
4 Bunk bed Bed
Bunkhouse Superior 4 Person

General

Lockers, Carpeted, Smoke alarm, Heating, Air conditioning

Bathroom

Shared bathroom

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator

FAQ's

Is this Drifter Christchurch pet-friendly for guests? 

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Drifter Christchurch? 

Check-in time for Drifter Christchurch starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Drifter Christchurch have a swimming pool? 

No, this Drifter Christchurch does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Drifter Christchurch? 

Best-rates for the Drifter Christchurch starts from $95 per night with includes Air Conditioner, Designated Smoking Area, TV, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Security/Safety, Business Services, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace, Restaurant, Bar, Guest Services, Entertainment, Child Friendly, Heating, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry with all additional amenities. BachRentals offers a wide selection of accommodation options suitable for every type of adventurer. Our goal is to connect each guest with their perfect rental, resort, or cabin, guaranteeing a delightful and fulfilling experience complete with all essential facilities.

Is Drifter Christchurch a family-friendly place to stay? 

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hostel good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hostel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Drifter Christchurch wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests? 

Based on the information received from our partner, the Drifter Christchurch has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Drifter Christchurch? 

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Drifter Christchurch indicates 1 day stay policy at this hostel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Drifter Christchurch? 

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Drifter Christchurch are as follows: Non refundable Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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