We spent two months in New Zealand hostels and this was The Best--quiet, well-equipped, in a gorgeous location with the best host and hostess in the country. They spent lots of time with us, giving us directions on where to go and what to see in great detail. The fire in the evening was terrific. We were fortunate enough to... More

Billy Browns Backpackers has only 3 rooms (1 Double, 1 Twin and 1 4 person bunk bed). We booked the whole unit for our group. The unit is located on top of the hill, overlooking the harbor. Though the drive up to the backpackers is challenging due to the steep driveway, however, he view is spectacular and amazing. You may... More

My daughter and I stayed at Billy Browns while waiting for the Canterbury University to reopen after the earth quake....we stayed at many back packers and by far Billy and Ann were the most honest and open Kiwi' owners we ran into. Their backpacker is filled with antique furniture, 3 well designed baths, (one ADA) some private rooms, and a... More

The views, the accommodation, the local wildlife and Anne and Billy make this is a fantastic place to stay. This is a top quality hostel, there is a laundry, two cookers one gas one electric, a toilet, two showers plus a shower/toilet and no television was a plus for us. Both fur seals and sea lions breed on the local... More

This place is awesome, after a heart stopping rev up the steep drive, the scenery from on top of the hill where the lodge is situated is awesome. Run as a hostel, there is almost a bathroom for each room, a very cosy lounge with log fire, and the coastal walk which is well marked is one of teh best... More