The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers is located in Queenstown. Free WiFi access is available and you can enjoy mountain views from the rooms. At The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers you will find barbecue facilities and a shared kitchen. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge. The property offers free parking. The hostel is 500 metres from Skyline Gondola and Luge, 700 metres from Shotover River and 5.8 km from AJ Hackett Bungy Jumping - Kawarau Bridge.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Queenstown, this property has an excellent location score of 8.8

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.3
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
7.7

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Leilani
    Australia Australia
    The bathrooms and kitchens were super clean because the long-term stayers clean them daily, which is much appreciated. Everyone cleans up after themselves and there is a nice atmosphere. I really like that everyone got a big locker under their...
  • Ramona
    Germany Germany
    It has an amazing location with only a couple minutes walk into the town centre. Beds are quite comfortable and have little curtains. The showers are clean although the water pressure could be better.
  • Deborah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Not sure if it was done on purpose but enjoyed the fact that the people I shared with were older travellers like me. Location was great and facilities were kept clean. My request for a lower bunk was honoured; very grateful.
  • Veri
    Australia Australia
    I liked the cleanness, large common spaces, very friendly and helpful staff
  • Deborah
    Thailand Thailand
    Location fabulous, very clean and friendly staff . They evolved me in movie night and bingo 👍💕
  • Coralie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very welcoming and inclusive, which was great being a solo traveller. Played bingo and cards into the lounge with others staying there.
  • Yuying
    China China
    There are power outlets and curtains by the bed, which is very convenient. The staff is friendly, there are plenty of bathrooms (haha), and everything is very clean. There’s parking available, and the place looks just like the photos. If I need...
  • Natalia
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Staff were amazing, it was super clean and the vibe of the place was really good
  • Emma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location has free parking across the road and is walkable to town. Staff are always friendly. Decent size lounge and 2 kitchen areas with plenty of storage in fridges. Great wifi.
  • Lindsay
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff were lovely and super helpful. Plenty of bathrooms (plus ensuite in our dorm!), and kitchen space, having an oven is a bonus! Quiet, so could get a good night's sleep. Location was fab 👍 Dorms were really good size, lots of storage space and...

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Laundry

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen

View

  • Mountain view

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Ski

  • Ski storage

Activities

  • Skiing
    Off-site

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardCash is not accepted

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

On-site parking is available for limited cars.

Please inform The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers

  • Check-in at The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The prices at The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers is 600 yards from the centre of Queenstown. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Skiing