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