Becoming a Host Family
in Auckland & Queenstown
Share your culture and welcome international students into your home. Join our network of caring host families in Auckland and Queenstown.
Why Host With Good Homestay New Zealand,
a Homestay Agency for Auckland and Queenstown
10+ Years of Trusted Experience
Since 2014, we have helped more than 10,000 international students find a safe home. As a leading homestay agency serving Auckland, Queenstown, and NZ, we have built strong connections with leading New Zealand schools such as NZLC and Worldwide.
Japanese Owned, Family Run
We take pride in being a reliable, family-run provider. We thrive to offer detailed, attentive care and consistent commitment in delivering exceptional homestay experiences.
Dedicated Local Support (24/7)
Based in Auckland and Queenstown, our experienced staff work closely with each host family. We are here to provide strong, local support whenever you need it, ensuring a positive experience for you and your student.
Flexibility that Suits You
We offer host families the opportunity to select preferences that best suit their lifestyle. Whether it is the student’s background or the length of stay, we work with you to find the right match.
Simple 4 Steps to Become Our Host with an Agency in NZ
We have a clear process to help you get started.
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Apply Online
Express your interest through our simple online application
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Registration
If your location meets our requirement, we will send you a registration form for you to fill it in.
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Home Visit & Background Checks
Our team will visit your home to meet you. We will also guide you through the necessary background checks to ensure a safe environment.
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Welcome Your Student
Once approved, we will match you with a student who fits your preferences, and you are ready to welcome them into your home.
Rewards of Hosting
Cultural Exchange
Hosting is a wonderful opportunity to bring the world into your home. You can learn about new cultures while sharing your own unique lifestyle with international students.
Support a Student’s Journey
For many students, living away from their home country is a new experience. By providing a safe, welcoming environment, you make a lasting difference in their study abroad journey.
What Our Host Families Say
Real stories from real families who’ve opened their homes and hearts.
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We have hosted with other agencies in the past but Good Homestay is by far the best agency we have dealt with. They are very professional and clear on details about the student, dates, times, school, etc. Excellent communication! I highly recommend Good Homestay if you interested to become a host family. Happy Hosting!
Agarao-Hata Family
My family has been with Good Homestay for over 6 years. They are by far the best and most supportive homestay company we have dealt with over a 16 year period. Home staying can be very rewarding and I can definitely recommend being part of the Good Homestay family. You won’t be disappointed.
Matias Family
Having international students in your home is a wonderful opportunity to get to learn about the country they come from and Good Homestay supports you all the way.
Frankson Family
It’s a cultural and foreign language exchange at the comfort of your home. Made possible by Good Homestay.
Kusuma Family
About Us & Our Values
Good Homestay, established in 2014 by Hiro Miyata, is a Japanese-owned, family-run business connecting cultures across New Zealand and Australia. For over a decade, we have dedicated ourselves to supporting hosts and students alike.
We believe living with a local family is the best way to experience a new culture.
Our mission is to provide a “home away from home” for students and a seamless journey for hosts.
We build strong, personal relationships with every family. With 5,000+ placements and trust from leading schools, our experience is your assurance of quality. We are committed to providing unparalleled support and communication every step of the way.
Ready to Become a Host?
We are currently looking for new host families in Auckland and Queenstown. If you have a spare room and are interested in hosting international students, we would love to hear from you. Absolutely no experience is needed, and we will do our best to support you to have a fantastic experience with us!