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Absoloot Hostel Queenstown, hotel in Queenstown

Located on the lakefront in the centre of Queenstown, Absoloot Hostel Queenstown offers rooms with private bathrooms. Guests enjoy free unlimited Wi-Fi access in their rooms.

Great location
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
927 reviews
Price from
£84.78
per night
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront, hotel in Queenstown

Situated on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, with views of the lake and Remarkables mountain range, Haka House Queenstown Lakefront features a fully equipped shared kitchen and a drying room for ski...

Great kitchen, very clean, comfy beds, good shower facilities and hair dryers! Cozy lounge area and movie room
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
266 reviews
Price from
£71.43
per night
The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers, hotel in Queenstown

The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers is located in Queenstown. Free WiFi access is available and you can enjoy mountain views from the rooms.

Privacy bed and car parking
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
457 reviews
Price from
£40.51
per night
Adventure Queenstown Hostel, hotel in Queenstown

Situated in Queenstown and with Skyline Gondola and Luge reachable within less than 1 km, Adventure Queenstown Hostel features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, free bikes, free WiFi throughout the...

Room space
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
384 reviews
Price from
£42.39
per night
Adventure Q2 Hostel, hotel in Queenstown

Boasting barbecue facilities, Adventure Q2 Hostel is situated in Queenstown in the Otago region, 7.1 km from Queenstown Event Centre and 12 km from Lake Wakatipu.

Super clean, lots of storage space, well equipped kitchen
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
487 reviews
Price from
£41.45
per night
Nomads Queenstown Hostel, hotel in Queenstown

Nomad's Backpackers boasts one of the best locations in Queenstown, located in the heart of the town center, a 100 metres from the stunning Lake Whakatipu.

Great location in the heart of QT
Scored 7.4
7.4
Rated good
Good
3,444 reviews
Price from
£65.28
per night
LyLo Queenstown, hotel in Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown is within walking distance of restaurants, shopping and Queenstown's vibrant nightlife. For adrenaline seekers, the property is just 200 metres from Skyline Gondola and Luge.

I was in an all female room of 8 pods. I liked how we each had a secure locker under our pods that easily fit a medium suitcase, carry-on bag and more, and it had a programmable 4 digit pin to lock. There was a decent amount of floor space between the pods to be able to open suitcases and get what you need. The pods were comfortable and warm. They have an easy self check in and out process and a locked room you can leave your luggage to go about your day if you arrive earlier than check in, or stay later than your check out time. Staff were friendly and the facilities were kept stocked and clean. It was a much better experience at Lylo compared with another hostel I recently stayed at. I would definitely come again!
Scored 7.5
7.5
Rated good
Good
3,277 reviews
Price from
£59.66
per night
The Black Sheep Backpackers, hotel in Queenstown

Situated in Queenstown, 700 metres from Skyline Gondola and Luge, The Black Sheep Backpackers boasts a hot tub and multiple storage spaces including ski storage.

Good location, clean and great value for money.
Scored 7.3
7.3
Rated good
Good
977 reviews
Price from
£79.60
per night
Aspen Lodge Backpackers, hotel in Queenstown

Located in Queenstown, within less than 1 km of Skyline Gondola and Luge and 7.3 km of Queenstown Event Centre, Aspen Lodge Backpackers provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi as...

The hostel staff was very friendly, I also asked for a gift for my partner for her birthday and when we got to our room we were greeted with a gift for her!
Scored 7.4
7.4
Rated good
Good
709 reviews
Price from
£58.50
per night
Haka House Queenstown, hotel in Queenstown

Opened in December 2012, Haka House Queenstown features free unlimited WiFi access. It is just 200 metres from central Queenstown and a 12-minute drive from Queenstown International Airport.

Lovely staff and convenient location close to town.
Scored 7.5
7.5
Rated good
Good
766 reviews
Price from
£56.38
per night
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Haka House Queenstown Lakefront
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 266 reviews

    Situated on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, with views of the lake and Remarkables mountain range, Haka House Queenstown Lakefront features a fully equipped shared kitchen and a drying room for ski...

    Clean place, comfy bed, good shower, good location

  • Lakeside Backpackers
    Budget options available
    Scored 5.9
    5.9
    Rated okay
    Above average
     · 347 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi, Lakeside Backpackers offers accommodation in Queenstown, less than 1 km from Skyline Gondola and Luge and 7.9 km from Queenstown Event Centre.

    The reception staff were very courteous and helpful

  • The Black Sheep Backpackers
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 977 reviews

    Situated in Queenstown, 700 metres from Skyline Gondola and Luge, The Black Sheep Backpackers boasts a hot tub and multiple storage spaces including ski storage.

    staff very helpful and facility super clean great spot

  • Southern Laughter Backpackers
    Scored 6.8
    6.8
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 875 reviews

    Sir Cedrics Southern Laughter Backpackers is located centrally in Queenstown, 500 metres from the city centre. It offers a garden, and a guest lounge with flat-screen satellite TV.

    lovley staff, great location, this was our 4th time going back!

  • Haka House Queenstown
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 766 reviews

    Opened in December 2012, Haka House Queenstown features free unlimited WiFi access. It is just 200 metres from central Queenstown and a 12-minute drive from Queenstown International Airport.

    Great location, helpful staff, roomy common areas,

  • Pinewood Lodge
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 36 reviews

    Situated in Queenstown, 1 km from Skyline Gondola and Luge, Pinewood Lodge features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities.

    The morning view was great. Room is just nice for 3

  • The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 457 reviews

    The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers is located in Queenstown. Free WiFi access is available and you can enjoy mountain views from the rooms.

    Amazing place to stay, staff always willing to help

  • Hippo Lodge Backpackers
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 238 reviews

    Located in Queenstown on the side of a hill, just 500 metres from Skyline Gondola and Luge, Hippo Lodge Backpackers features a barbecue and a ski storage space.

    good value, loved having a bathroom just for 3 rooms

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  • Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 927 reviews

    Located on the lakefront in the centre of Queenstown, Absoloot Hostel Queenstown offers rooms with private bathrooms. Guests enjoy free unlimited Wi-Fi access in their rooms.

    Nice and tidy bed, easy instruction. Wonderful location!

  • Alpine Lodge Queenstown
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 288 reviews

    Set in Queenstown, within less than 1 km of Skyline Gondola and Luge and 7.3 km of Queenstown Event Centre, Alpine Lodge Queenstown offers accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout...

    The place was tidy and there was access to cook or kitchen etc

  • LyLo Queenstown
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,277 reviews

    LyLo Queenstown is within walking distance of restaurants, shopping and Queenstown's vibrant nightlife. For adrenaline seekers, the property is just 200 metres from Skyline Gondola and Luge.

    Very easy check in and out, and super friendly staff

  • Nomads Queenstown Hostel
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,444 reviews

    Nomad's Backpackers boasts one of the best locations in Queenstown, located in the heart of the town center, a 100 metres from the stunning Lake Whakatipu.

    Absolutely amazing location, great staff, sauna & TV room.

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Hostels that guests love in Queenstown

  • Avg. price/night: £88.08
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,444 reviews
    Good Hostel. Great location, great price and the communal storage for ski/board gear was handy. The staff were very accommodating, genuine people. Enjoyed my stay here and would book again.
    Kade
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £88.08
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,444 reviews
    I was only staying for one night so was one of the cheapest places i could find in Queenstown and it was still pricey for a dorm room. However, the location is great and its a big hostel, so lots going on - great if you’re up for meeting new people or want a mix of activities. My dorm had its own bathroom which was handy and great that the toilet and shower room were separate.
    Sarah
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £122.94
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,299 reviews
    Perfect budget accommodation, probably on the upper edge of what you would normally get for hostel style accommodation. The free coffee, and the water/ice machines on each floor is a bonus. Exactly the accommodation we where chasing in a great location
    Martin
    Young couple
  • Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 577 reviews
    Place is cheap, clean with a great location it's legit a 10min walk to everything. And a couple minute walk from an real fruit ice cream truck, four square and laundry mat. The one thing for us was the no aircon we died in the 30 degree heat even with all the windows open. It also next to a hostel and they can be noisy in the deck outside to really late. The owner was really nice and was great to have free parking at the back.
    Hayley
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £103.16
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,277 reviews
    Great location near all the action. The common area, Ms. Lucy's bar was the classic social area for a hostel with pool table, board games. The bar was under renovation during our stay, with that open I imagine it to be an even better social area. Note that most people renting this place will go for dorms, this review is for a family room: one double bed and a bunk bed for two. The double bed was huge, probably king size, could have easily fit three people.
    Phuong Anh
    Family with young children
  • Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 457 reviews
    Cheap hostel. Curtains on your bunk bed in a 6 bed dorm room. Close to city centre. Close to gondola and harbour. A common room with big sofa's, 3 small kitchen, reasonably clean. Friendly staff. Small closet with space under beds to store your bags. You need to bring your own padlock. Clean bedlinnen. Cleaning is done every day by the girls working at the reception. Electronic door keys. Close by to sky field and other attractions.
    P.L.
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £62.18
    Scored 6.8
    6.8
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 875 reviews
    Great location, staff were very helpful helping us out with using their phone etc. and directions. As for the hostel, you get what you pay for, don't expect the Hilton. We booked a twin and unexpectantly got bunk beds which was fun 😎.
    BRIAN HERIOT
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £79.60
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 977 reviews
    I paid 102 NZD for a bunk bed in an 8-beds dormitory which is extremely overpriced. The room is just like other hostels, nothing fancy or anything worth 102NZD. While other hostels are charging around 50 NZD for a bed.
    Chui yin
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,278 reviews
    great location comfy beds and it feels more private with the curtain. spacious room good size bathroom within the room which was very clean and tidy. Definitely one of the best hostels I’ve stayed in.
    sarah
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £88.08
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,444 reviews
    Best Hostel Backpackers ever! Amazing staff who are very knowledgeable about the area and activities to do while you stay, the cleanest room with excellent room service and the best amenities with eco friendly products given.
    O’Brien
    Young couple

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