We spent just night here as a break from Christchurch. The accommodation is great- very clean and well loved and cared for by the owners who live in an idyllic cottage next door. We stayed in the double room with a private en suite which was lovely. A great break with great hospitality, fresh eggs from the owners hens and... More

We stayed here for 2 nights in de double bedroom with private bathroom. It is called a hostel, but because there are only 3 rooms you really feel like it's home. You have a very large kitchen and living room. Nice dining room. Open space. And it's not crowded. It's a nice area to stay. We just loved it. You... More

Double Dutch was one of our favorite hostels in New Zealand, despite it's remote location. You will definitely need a car to get to the tiny, picturesque town of Okains Bay. The hostel is a small, purpose-built hostel situated next to the owners house. Everything is extremely well-kept, clean, and high quality. The kitchen and communal areas are amazing! The... More

This is nothing like a backpackers - it is more like an upmarket B&B, except that you have to get your own breakfast! Immaculately clean and modern, very comfortable nicely made up beds. I think the maximum guest number is 7, so it will never be crowded and the amenities are ample. We stayed in the triple room which did... More

Amazing place! The hostel is small with only three rooms but with a great, clean and modern kitchen and big living area. The views from the hostel and the gardens are very nice and peaceful. The owners are very friendly and know a lot about the (activities in) the area. I would recommend this great backpacker to everyone! Did I... More

We stayed one night after staying in Akaroa (it is a bit of a drive from Akaroa itself) and had a fantastic time. The photographs above say it all - the quality is incredible fora BBH hostel - really modern, spacious, clean and fantastcially comfortable. We had the non-en-suite triple room but the beds were very comfortable and the room... More

We stayed in the double ensuite and could hardly believe the execeptional quality of room, bathroom, kitchen and living room. Everything is new and very well looked after. The host is a friendly and pleasant guy. It's only a short stroll to the beach, nice walks start around the corner though you need a car to get there (and to... More

A very nice hostel, almost new, with a great kitchen and nice rooms. Free dial up internet and computer use. A good beach only a 10 minute walk away. Only down side is it is 25 minutes to Akaroa. More