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Hostels in Queenstown

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The best hostels in Queenstown

Some of the best backpacker spots in Queenstown

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,044 reviews
    From
    US$81
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,111 reviews
    From
    US$60
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,235 reviews
    From
    US$149
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 583 reviews
    From
    US$85
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4,021 reviews
    From
    US$117
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 1,201 reviews
    From
    US$103
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4,218 reviews
    From
    US$105
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 273 reviews
    From
    US$95
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 500 reviews
    From
    US$63
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 937 reviews
    From
    US$172
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 843 reviews
    From
    US$76
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 457 reviews
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 562 reviews
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 844 reviews
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 307 reviews
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews

Looking for a hostel?

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.

Most booked hostels in Queenstown and surroundings in the past month

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Popular with guests booking hostels in Queenstown

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 457 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Queenstown

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 844 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Queenstown

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,235 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Queenstown

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 583 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Queenstown

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 843 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Queenstown

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, 4,021 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Queenstown

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,044 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Queenstown

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,111 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Queenstown

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,218 reviews

No credit card needed to book 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, 430 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, 307 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$234.51
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,218 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$234.51
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,218 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$279.23
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,021 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, 562 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$68.96
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