The best way to learn English is to use it. This is why every school in New Zealand recommends that students stay with a native English speaking family.

• Cheap - Homestays usually cost about NZ$170 - NZ$190 for one week. This includes a room, breakfast and dinner during the week and all meals at the weekend
• Cultural experience - Living with a Kiwi family will give you a valuable experience of another culture

Backpacker's - Nelson

A good way to meet new people when you travel around New Zealand is to stay in backpacker's hostel.

• Cheap - A bed in a backpacker's hostel will cost NZ$20 - NZ$30 per person per night.
• Meet people - You can meet people from all over the world, everyone is usually friendly and keen to do things together.

 

B & B - Devonport, Auckland

If you have some money and want some privacy there are other kinds of accommodation

• Bed & Breakfast - A room will cost at least NZ$100 for 2, breakfast included.
• Motel - If you are travelling by car motels are very convenient. They cost at least NZ$80 for 2.
• Hotel - If you're rich, or your parents visit, there are lots of good hotels around New Zealand. They cost at least NZ$120 for a single room.