The Fishtank is a nice hostel in the centre of town. Kaikoura is a small town, so not noisy at all, even in the centre of the city where this hostel is located. It is a short walk to the tour operators for whale watching, dolphin encounters and loads of other cool stuff. Craig, the host, is a really nice,... More

This Backpack is one of the best I stay in NZ yet ! Lots of nice paintings on the walls, clean and comfy common area, 50m from the beach and straight in front of the bus stop ! The new manager is very helpfull and give good advice on what to do in the area. I'll defenitly come back to... More

We took off to Kaikoura and were wondering where to stay, so tried the Fish Tank Lodge first and were impressed about the service and liked the quirky place with all those amazing paintings! Our room downstairs " with mountain view " ;))) ( bit ironically expressed) was a bit smelling like mushrooms :( , but the mattresses were really... More

If you are young and love to party till "all hours," this may be the place for you, but if you would appreciate a quiet, clean place to sleep, look elsewhere. The bedroom (we had a double) was ok, but had windows that opened out to the deck, upon which sat two or three people who talked loudly and long... More

Situated on the Esplanade in Kaikoura with views from its balcony to the sea and the mountains this Backpackers Lodge is perfectly situated. On the main street close to all amenities and with a good front desk for bookings. The lounge is spacious and comfortable. Large fully equipped kitchen. Dorm beds are comfy and the dorm rooms are not crowded.... More

Had a fab three nights in one of the double rooms, hostel is ran by the nicest guy called Craig who is always happy to help! The location is amazing 20 metres from I sight and pubs shops etc! Can almost see the sea! Incredible!

Stayed here for one night whilst on an organised tour. Got a room downstairs which had a very musty smell and was not the cleanest. The rooms upstairs did seem somewhat better and the common room / lounge was quite nice. Reception was manned on an ad-hoc basis and was not the most helpful. Quite often reception was just a... More

The room was small but tidy. The facilities were clean during the day. The main problem was the common area which was supposed to be closed off later at night. Unfortunately it was not. We were awoken at 1am by one noisy group then by another at 4am. As a result we had little sleep. In addition we had advised... More

Unique decor with marine life painted on the walls and ceiling - hence the name fish tank. Outside balcony, large clean kitchen, friendly helpful proprietor. Laid back, comfortable, friendly feel, not overun with notices and rules. Cheapest hostel in New Zealand - and the best bit - get off the bus with all your heavy backpacking bags and take one... More