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By going with a hostel, you can cut your spending on accommodations and set aside more of your trip funds for exploring during your holiday. We’ve heard good things about the waterfront and other attractions in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget-friendly prices and a social atmosphere.

Ready to book a hostel? These ones have the best reviews from our customers and could be a good place to look first: No. 9 Hotel - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Auckland Newmarket Station. Property features include free WiFi, tour/ticket assistance and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers and free toiletries. LyLo Auckland - Located within a 10-minute walk of Sky Tower and SkyCity Casino. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant and a bar. Rooms come with linens. YMCA Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Queen Street Shopping District and University of Auckland. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a shared/communal kitchen, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, showers and linens. Hobson Lodge - Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Sky Tower and SkyCity Casino. You can take advantage of free WiFi and laundry facilities, as well as a computer station. Rooms come with lockers and linens. Haka House Auckland K’ Road - Located within a 10-minute walk of Queen Street Shopping District. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a shared/communal kitchen, as well as tour/ticket assistance. You’ll find towels, showers and linens in all rooms.

If you’re searching for somewhere affordable to stay in Auckland, one of Expedia’s 27 hostels could be a great choice for you.

Good weather’s always better when you’re discovering new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 13°C. Average annual precipitation for Auckland is 1209 mm.

Generally, Auckland is known for its restaurants, museums and local tours. Top attractions include Sky Tower and Auckland Ferry Terminal. Get out into nature with places such as Kawakawa Bay, Albert Park and Victoria Park. Cultural attractions include The Civic Theater, Aotea Centre and Queens Wharf.

Keep this information about transit options in Auckland in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.), located 10.9 mi (17.5 km) away. An alternative is Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome), which is 50.8 mi (81.8 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you might want to use public transport to get around. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Gaunt Street Tram Stop, Halsey Street Tram Stop and Daldy Street Tram Stop. To explore more of the area, hop on a train at Auckland Britomart Station, Auckland Grafton Station or Auckland Mt Eden Station.