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Tahuna Pod Hostel

Queenstown

Tahuna Pod Hostel is located in the heart of Queenstown and features and a large balcony area with stunning views over the city. Limited on-site car parking is available for a fee.

J
Jiachen
From
China
The location is close the bus station, the beds are bigger than those usual hostels. All staff are super friendly. And super cozy public spaces. And it’s quite at night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,041 reviews
Price from
US$80.57
1 night, 2 adults

Haka House Queenstown Lakefront

Queenstown

Haka House Queenstown Lakefront is the ideal home away from home for travellers seeking comfort and convenience in the heart of New Zealand's adventure capital.

A
Alena
From
Belarus
The location is perfect, just cross the road and You are near the lake. The room was quite enough for 4 people. The kitchen was perfect, You can easily prepare all You want using it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,115 reviews
Price from
US$60.13
1 night, 2 adults

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

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.

C
Ciara
From
Spain
the location was really great, and the kitchen and views were fabulous
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,234 reviews
Price from
US$137.44
1 night, 2 adults

Adventure Q2 Hostel

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.

L
Lucimara
From
Brazil
Very comfortable and affordable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 585 reviews
Price from
US$84.75
1 night, 2 adults

LyLo Queenstown

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.

S
Suttasinee
From
Thailand
good location which you can go to CBD or front beach by walk.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,024 reviews
Price from
US$117.02
1 night, 2 adults

Southern Laughter Backpackers

Queenstown

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.

J
James Daniel
From
United Kingdom
Perfect location, five minutes walk to the center. All staff amazing and extremely helpful from the cleaners, hosts and manager everybody was there to help and aided in a great experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Passable - What previous guests thought, 1,201 reviews
Price from
US$103.08
1 night, 2 adults

Nomads Queenstown Hostel

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.

F
Federica
From
Italy
Very good vibes, nice and comfy common areas, big kitchen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,216 reviews
Price from
US$104.88
1 night, 2 adults

Pinewood Lodge

Queenstown

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.

L
Lennie
From
New Zealand
The lodge was easy to find once we got into Queenstown. Our room was cosy, warm, quiet and surprisingly spacious! The unit we stayed in felt like a house. The shared kitchen was huge and was open plan. It led to the lounge which led outside to a secluded seating area for our unit. The shared bathroom facility in our unit was clean and toiletries were supplied. Everything was organised and well laid out for the guests staying. It was better than what I expected.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews
Price from
US$94.49
1 night, 2 adults

Lakeside Backpackers

Queenstown

Situated in Queenstown, within less than 1 km of Skyline Gondola and Luge and 7.9 km of Queenstown Event Centre, Lakeside Backpackers offers accommodation with free WiFi.

K
Karin
From
New Zealand
The hostel was excellent. Everything was clean (sheets, blanket, kitchen, bathroom), the bed was comfortable, no problem with wifi, there was a heater when the days were cold, and the recepcionist Deepak was really nice when gave me a hand with my luggage (it was heavy) up stairs. And the view of the lake from my room was stunning.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 501 reviews
Price from
US$62.99
1 night, 2 adults

Haka House Queenstown

Queenstown

Haka House Queenstown offers the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation in the heart of New Zealand's exciting adventure capital.

S
Stewart
From
United Kingdom
Facilities, location , outside clothes drying
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 841 reviews
Price from
US$75.45
1 night, 2 adults
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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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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,234 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 585 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 841 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Passable - What previous guests thought, 1,201 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Queenstown

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,024 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,041 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,115 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,216 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Queenstown and nearby

Base Backpackers Queenstown has a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Queenstown. This 2-star hostel offers an ATM and a concierge service.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 433 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...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 306 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.

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Avg. price/night: US$204.72
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,216 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.
Guest review by
Kade
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$204.72
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,216 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.
Guest review by
Sarah
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$278.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,024 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.
Guest review by
Phuong Anh
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 561 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.
Guest review by
P.L.
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$68.72
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Passable - What previous guests thought, 1,201 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 😎.
Guest review by
BRIAN HERIOT
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$154.04
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 936 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.
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Chui yin
Solo traveller