Bad Jelly Backpackers

11 Churchill St, Kaikoura, Christchurch-Canterbury, South Island, 7300, New Zealand | Hostel

Travel Blogs from Kaikoura

New Zealand: South Island

A travel blog entry by bjornrosier

53

The 3-hour ferry crossing from Wellington to the South Island (Picton) was a nice experience, because finally the weather was beautiful again and the sun was shining under a clear blue sky. Especially the last hour when the ferry arrives in the fjords. Every few minutes you enjoy new fantastic views. The surrounding mountains are not as high as in …

Last days in the South Island NZ

A travel blog entry by kyliejoe

I'm hoping the flight to Australia will be better than the flight from Auckland to Christchurch! I was not well for the last four days in the North Island, I went to the doctor due to major headaches, sore eyes, stiff neck, fever and night sweats. The doctor reckoned it was the flu, I disagree! I think it was too much sun, dehydration and heat …

Kaikoura

A travel blog entry by pa7bp

10

We left Wellington early and caught the ferry to Kaikoura famous for its Whale watching. Unfortunately it rained and was overcast. Managed to see 2 whales which was good. We stayed in our first proper hostel here called Bad Jelly Hostel, met loads of interesting people and even managed to enjoy a hot Spa. (Pics to follow)

Whales, wine and heli-hikes

A travel blog entry by simonandjo

16

We flew from Auckland to Christchurch to save time and get some great views of the North Island. Ch'ch is a slice of home from home, from the English named streets to the punting down the Avon, large cathedral and central square and historic trams. The whole place has a relaxed and laid back feel to it, while also having an abundance of great bars …

What a lovely place to be!

A travel blog entry by katyandgeoff

11

... end of our tour! The Magic Bus picked us up outside our Base Hostel, well down the road at least after Geoff had ran down to the bus only to find the driver was with us! We finally boarded and attempted to use the advertised free wifi that apparently doesn’t work on any bus so that wasn’t great although the scenery was good entertainment and we were able to catch up on the sleep we missed out on at the hostel.

It only took about four ...

Traveler rating: 4.0/5 Excellent (7 reviews)

TravelPod Member ReviewsBad Jelly Backpackers Kaikoura

“awesome little gem!”

Reviewed Feb 28, 2013
by (7 reviews) Barrow-in-Furness , United Kingdom Flag of United Kingdom

love love love this place, with double bed, only 6rooms, all lovely and homely, home made hot bread provided, hot tub, and sofa swing in the garden and free tea and coffee ....and $60 per night, what more would you want!!!!!!!

This review is the subjective opinion of a TravelPod member and not of TravelPod.com.

TripAdvisor Reviews Bad Jelly Backpackers Kaikoura

4.00 of 5 stars Excellent

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