The Drifter

21/09/2026

ONE WEEK TO GO
 
Tag your bestie, your partner, your mum, your sibling, or hell, that random you met in a bar who you promised you’d travel the world with.

We’ll send you a link to apply.
 
We’ve loved watching these applications roll in, and now we want to see who else is out there.

Applications close September 30.

21/09/2026

Six years ago, Drifter was an idea.
Today, we’re proud to share that Drifter has been named Best Hostel at the Global Youth Travel Awards.

What began as a vision for a different kind of travel experience has grown into a community, a culture and a brand we’re incredibly proud of.

To everyone who has stayed with us, worked with us and believed in us along the way, thank you. This one is for you

14/09/2026

Summer looks good on us

14/09/2026

Summers looks good on us

09/09/2026

The New Drifter Wellington, with our signature bar Rambler, wellness, co-work, social kitchen and diverse room offering designed for the free spirited. Bookings now available for January 2027. ✖️✖️

08/09/2026

Who would you bring??
Tag that friend you’d disappear for 8 weeks with.

We’ve had applications coming in from all over the world and there are just 3 weeks left to throw your hats in the ring.
 
Two travellers. Eight weeks. One hell of a story.
Flights, stays, travel and spending money included.
 
Applications close September 30.

08/09/2026

03/09/2026

moments from the best places in the world

03/09/2026

Come spend a day with South Island United .
A few days in Christchurch meant team dinners, training, downtime, and a dorm all to themselves at Drifter.
Plenty of time together, plenty of good food, and enough space to do your own thing when you need it.