New Zealand's network of backpacker style accommodation sets the standard for the rest of the world!

Tailored primarily to suit the needs of the free spirited independent travellers, the network offers a unique and extensive range of alternative accommodation options. Competition has ensured an even wider range of facilities in even more diverse locations, suited to the most comprehensive range of guests.

As the largest group of Backpacker Style Accommodation providers in Australasia, BBH co-ordinates one of the world's great travel bargains. BBH prices are based on use by traditional Independent travellers for whom costs can be a very important consideration. It's not just a matter of how many $$s, but rather how long the dollars will last before you have to go home.

BBH is committed to helping you stay longer! We have introduced the BBH Club Card to recognise our "loyal customers" and help in several ways:

Preferential Frequent Sleeper Rates
The BBH Club Card gives users ("frequent sleepers") a guarantee of fixed prices listed in the current BBH Backpacker Accommodation guide, BBH published supplements, and the BBH website. Club Card preferential prices represent savings of at least $3 per person per night (often more) over "casual" rates.

Preferential On-Line booking options
BBH on-line bookings are available only to registered users. The BBH Club Card allows free registration and bookings free of extra charges or commissions. Non-Card Holder pay a nominal registration fee of $2, and then a $3 booking fee for each confirmed bed-night before qualifying for the gauranteed BBH price as listed.

Easy Economical Phone Calls - $20 pre-paid
The BBH Club Card gives easy access and economical prices for those essential "on the road" phone calls. It comes complete with $20 worth of great rate phone calls from TelstraClear, easily made from almost any touchtone phone in NZ. There is a speed dial system for calling ahead to book a guaranteed price bed at the next BBH hostel. Calls can also be made from 32 other countries and foreign language "help" is available. See http://www.prepaidcards.co.nz/bbh.cfm/ for more detail.

Deals and Discounts
The BBH Club Card introduces you to more than 100 special deals and discounts designed to reduce some of the costs of travelling and having a good time. Please note that the "deals and discounts" listed in this directory are provided by independent operators. Availability of services and conditions may be subject to change from time to time. Click here to view deals and discounts.

Access to the BBH on-line ratings site
The Club Card (after free registration) is the key to BBH's on-line ratings. A pioneer of Backpacker ratings, BBH adds another dimension to help share others' experiences of BBH Accommodation to decide which one's out of the 320 will suit you best. You can help the cause and record your own experiences too.

Family Membership
BBH has NO family membership program. A card is required by each person who wants to access the card's benefits. However, dependent children 15 years of age and less will receive the same benefits as the caregiver they are travelling with.

How to obtain a BBH Club Card
BBH Club Cards can be purchased from any of the 320+ BBH hostels in NZ, from several Visitor Information Centres (including Auckland International Airport), or order on-line from here. Allow 21 days for a worst case delivery.

Card Rules & FAQ's:

1. The BBH Club Card is valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
2. Each adult 16 & over requires their own card & benefits are available only to the person named on the card. Sorry - there are NO Group / Family or Couples Card. Children 15 & under receive the benefits when travelling with a cardholder.
3. The card is not transferrable or re-fundable .
4. Lost or stolen card will not be replaced. Your card is an asset - look after it - if you lose it, you'll have to buy another one!
5. Book direct & pay cash to receive advertised bed rates.
6. The details on the back of the card must be completed to validate the card.
7. Cards & photo ID must be presented at check-in.

Disclaimer: BBH takes every care in the compilation of its publications, but cannot be held responsible for loss or any other liability resulting from actions based on information published therein.