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Top Cities in Queenstown Lakes District

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Queenstown

Our top choices for Queenstown Lakes District hostels

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1. LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (769 reviews)
"Good stay"
United States
Ryan
The price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
LyLo Queenstown
A balcony with a view of a street, stone wall, and a row of chairs.

2. Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (777 reviews)
"Amazing place"
Australia
Amanpreet
The price is NZ$132
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
A modern interior with a view of a lake and mountains. It includes a bar area with stools and a kitchen counter.

3. Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (176 reviews)
"Great central location, the shared kitchens is well equiped."
Australia
Carolina
The price is NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
A view from inside a room with large windows overlooking a parking area and mountains.

4. Haka House Wanaka

Haka House Wanaka
5.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (267 reviews)
"Near the lake, supermarket and food options"
Singapore
debbie
The price is NZ$282
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Haka House Wanaka
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, and a view of a deck and mountains.

5. Haka House Queenstown Lakefront

Haka House Queenstown Lakefront
3.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (139 reviews)
"it's a great location with exceptional facilities.... hostels are crap shoots... your experience will depend on who ends up in your room & good luck with that!"
United States
Esther
The price is NZ$227
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront
A stone staircase surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden fence.

6. The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers

The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (127 reviews)
"well maintained, centrally located, front desk did an excellent job "
Australia
Sergio
The price is NZ$132
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
A modern house with a deck, outdoor seating, and a pergola.

7. The Black Sheep Backpackers

The Black Sheep Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (81 reviews)
"Great first hostel stay! Loved everything."
United States
Renee
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
The Black Sheep Backpackers
A terrace with wooden tables and benches, a view of mountains, and a body of water in the distance.

8. Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
4.0 star property
Kinloch
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (153 reviews)
"Beautiful location, clean comfortable room, great food and friendly and welcoming staff"
Australia
Patricia
The price is NZ$226
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
A wooden deck with outdoor seating and a covered area.

9. Haka House Queenstown

Haka House Queenstown
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (313 reviews)
"I had a great stay at Haka. The staff were very helpful, my room was good and everything was very clean. It was also in a great location and walkable to everything. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay again."
United Kingdom
Katie
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Haka House Queenstown
A deck with a wooden floor and glass doors leading to an interior space, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

10. The Brownston Hostel

The Brownston Hostel
2.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (133 reviews)
"Very good location clean and comfortable room. "
United States
Levent
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Brownston Hostel
A living room with a sofa, a television on a shelf, and a window with a view of trees and mountains.

11. Lakeside Backpackers

Lakeside Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
6.0 out of 10, (24 reviews)
"Pretty location, definitely would benefit from frequent cleanings."
Canada
Natalie
The price is NZ$117
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Lakeside Backpackers
A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of a road, and mountains in the distance.

12. Tahuna Pod Hostel

Tahuna Pod Hostel
1.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (216 reviews)
"Good stay, staff and location "
United Kingdom
Stavros
Tahuna Pod Hostel
A modern building with large windows and a sign for a restaurant and bar.

13. Adventure Q2 Hostel

Adventure Q2 Hostel
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
Adventure Q2 Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Queenstown Lakes District Hotel Reviews

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

8/10 Good
"Clean handy to shops and airport"
John 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

Find out more about Queenstown Lakes District

Queenstown Lakes District Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,259
Accommodation
13 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$117
Highest Price
NZ$282

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