Christmas is coming faster than you can say "no vacancy!" so make sure you don't leave it too late! Once you've chosen where to celebrate the holidays and ring in the New Year, book directly to score 10% off with your YHA Membership (this includes Aotearoa and the rest of the world 👀) #yha #yhanewzealand #travelnz #explorenz #visitnz #newzealand #nz #nzsummer #summernz

We want to say an Aoraki-sized thank you for taking part in our recent survey managed by independent research provider Angus & Associates. Your input helps build direction for where we take YHA New Zealand next 🧡 🥁 drumroll please! We're ecstatic to announce our winners as: 💸 First prize ($500 Prezzy Card): Jason Neave 🪪 Runner Ups (1 year YHA Membership Renewal): Paul Mulcahy, Julie James, Jonny Horrox, Deborah Hull-Brown and Asami Kitada. Our team will be in touch with the winners in the coming days!

Looking for a weekend getaway with a little magic? We have just the spot! Escape to YHA Waitomo, Juno Hall and mill over the peaceful energy of the Waikato countryside ✨ As a working farm Anne and Allen have sheep, goats and calves… and might even need a hand feeling the littles! — Grab yourself a private double room or a couple of dorm beds if you’re working to a budget. You might even like a dip in their pool if you’re crazy! 🥶🤭 What about that magic we mentioned? Waitomo Glowworm Caves are one of the most sought out activities in New Zealand. Try adventure caving, floating on a raft or perhaps stay nice ‘n dry in a boat! Tap the link in our bio to book! 🕺 #waitomo #waitomocave #waitomocaves #waitomoglowwormcaves

We're mapping out our future and we want to hear your thoughts! 🗺️ Take our survey and go into the draw to WIN a $500 Prezzy® Card or one of five x 1 year YHA Membership renewals. Tap the link in our bio to enter 👈 Ts&Cs apply 🧡

Ever swum in a natural hot-spring? ♨️ Otumuheke Stream is just a 20 minute walk from YHA Taupō, @finlayjacks. Stroll through the beautiful Spa Thermal Park, right past @ajhackettbungynz and you’ll find the flowing stream, heated by Mother Nature herself. Soak in the warm water and let those natural minerals do their thing. There’s plenty to do in this iconic lake town, just ask Finlay and his team for recommendations during your relaxing stay at the hostel. One of our favourites and reasons we #lovetaupo is @doughboatslaketaupo 🍩 — one of the best ways to explore the lake! #taupo #laketaupo @lovetauponz #otumuheke #loveotumuheke

Trusty hiking boots? ✔️ Reusable film camera? ✔️ YHA Membership? ✔️ Grabbed yourself a digital YHA Membership yet? If you’re one to spend a few nights across our network throughout the year this handy dandy buy could save you plenty 🪪 Save yourself 10% of all YHA hostels in Aotearoa and all Hostelling International hostels across the 🌏! Tap onto our website to get started 🧡

Did someone say less than 5 months till Christmas? Ski season is fleeting so book that weekend away and hit the slopes before it’s too late. YHA Queenstown Lakefront is your goodnight sleep right on the Lake Wakatipu esplanade, a short 6 minute walk to the heart of QT ⛷️ This one is a real highlight within our associate network. With its modern and well equipped facilities, you can have it all in the adrenaline capital without breaking the bank 🎿 #queenstown #queenstownnz #qtnz #otago #remarkables #theremarkables

Heading up to Auckland for a concert (obviously not Taylor’s Eras Tour 🥲), wanting to explore the City of Sails or starting your North Island roady from the big smoke? — We’ve got a comfy night sleep right in the heart of the excitement 🛌 YHA Auckland International is located just offer upper Queen Street, giving you walking- distance access to all the prime spots. When was the last time you went to the super city? ✈️ Book your stay on our website! 👈 #auckland #aucklandnz #akl #purenz #purenewzealand @visitauckland

What’s hotter than a hostel heated by geothermal power? — Not much in our books! 😮‍💨 YHA Rotorua’s modern rooms, large kitchen and cosy common areas make it a crowd favourite with guests from all over the world. While you’re in town take a deep dive into Māori culture and cuisine with @tepaturotorua. The most authentic experience in New Zealand. Swing from the treetops with our friends at @rotoruacanopytours or ride the mighty current of the Wairoa River with @kaitiakiadventures. Once you’ve done all of that, recover with a soak in the geothermal @polynesianspa 🌋 🏞️ #rotorua #rotoruanz #geothermal #rotoruacanopytours #kaitiakiadventures #wairoariver #waterfall #nz #explorenz #travelnz #visitnz #purenz

Take a trip up highway 6 and you're bound to hit Westport, a true gem of a kiwi town. Throughout winter, the West Coast is a lush escape with beautiful quiet beaches and thick native forest. For a place that feels like home, stay with Donna and Jack at YHA Westport, TripInn. Beat your friends at a game of pool, enjoy the fresh air in their spacious outdoor area or cosy up by the fireplace if it's a little chilly. Head to our website to make your booking 🏠🌴 #westport #westportnz #westcoastnz #southisland #southislandnz #franzjosef #hokitika @westcoastnewzealand

Ski season is on so you best score yourself a @cardronanz lift pass for some world-class mountain action! ⛷️ After a long day of riding like a pro come on back to YHA Wanaka for your warm n cosy goodnight sleep. Store your gear in our drying room, cook up a storm in our massive kitchen (we’ve got everything you need 🥣🧂🥢) and then relax by the roaring fireplace with your board buddies. If you want a day of action away from the slopes, our mates at @wildwirewanaka will be sure to take you on an unforgettable waterfall climb. Wanting something less intense? Why not a woodfire pizza dining in at @fikwanaka We look forward to welcoming you to Wānaka this winter! 🎿 Head to our website to book 👈 #wanaka #wanakanz #lakewanaka #cardrona #ski #skiing #snowboarding #skiseason #nzski

Matariki long-weekend is upon us! ✨ Journey to Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve for the best view of the Pleiades star cluster. Stay with us at YHA Lake Tekapo and pay our friends at Tekapo Star Gazing a visit for the best view possible 🔭 If you’re in the North, plan a small town getaway with less light pollution for a great view of the sky. Perhaps a stay with YHA National Park, YHA Waitomo or YHA Ahipara— take the kids, pull on your woolies and gaze up at the stars to celebrate the beginning of the Māori lunar new year 💫 Don’t forget to grab your YHA Membership and start saving on your travels 🪪 #matariki #stargazing #stargaze #stars #laketekapo #tekapo #newzealand #visitnz #explorenz #travelnz