Backpacker Hostels in Queenstown, New Zealand

17 Hostels for Backpackers available. Prices start from $13.00 for a dorm bed.

Hostels in Queenstown

Female Solo Traveller Solo Traveller
"…There are storage places under the bed. However the real lockers are located in a locker room, which is under twenty-four-hour video surveillance, and provides space for bikes and bags as well. It … More
Couples Family-Friendly Hostel Female Solo Traveller
"…On the down days, take a moment to sort those dirty clothes out in our commercial on-site Laundromat with brand-new machines. Then while you are getting your life in order, you can relax in our … More
Female Solo Traveller Solo Traveller
"…There is a well-furnished and spacious lounge located right beside reception. The lounge is equipped with a large couch and an ultra-wide flat-screen TV with Netflix on it. There are also two … More
Youth Hostel
"…Free WiFi throughout the lodge! We recommend booking the night prior if you are arriving in the early morning, please check availability and amend your booking online. If you are arriving after … More
Couples Family-Friendly Hostel Older travelers (+50) Quiet Rest
"…The staff are really friendly and can book tours through this hostel. The tour guides pick up from the front of this hostel. The hostel is clean and affordable but some rooms can be smelly. We … More
Adventure Hostels Youth Hostel
"…The kitchens and diner are ideally clean and well equipped for self-catering. One word of advice -- be sure to note that the kitchen is closed from 10:30 p.m. to 7 a.m. We were not told of this on … More
Couples Solo Traveller
"…I rate the Black Sheep as one of my all time favourite hostels ever. It has fantastic friendly staff; has a real homey atmosphere with a large, cosy lounge; and has the perfect location just … More
Quiet Rest Solo Traveller
"…Great position, not far from shops and supermarkets. Nice hostel, bit of a walk! - We stayed here in a double in the "bottom house" here for a few nights in July 2007. The "bottom house" is like a … More

Haka Lodge

Central
Quiet Rest Solo Traveller
"…The bathrooms are clean and large. There are not gender-separate rooms, however there are a few bathrooms spread out on different levels of the hostel, meaning there is plenty of room. Some … More
Couples Digital Nomads Solo Traveller
"…Lovely staff and immaculately clean. Girls... the bathrooms even had hairdryers! You have to stay here. The staff are helpful and nice-looking (a bonus always). It's in a beautiful location and … More

Alpine Lodge Backpackers

Central
Free Breakfast
Digital Nomads Quiet Rest
"…Great place, loved Gary the cat. Wonderful - It was one of the cheapest and nicest hostels in Queenstown. I found the staff to be friendly and interesting and we ended up staying here for almost … More
Adventure Hostels Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…They also have a few leather couches and pool tables for socializing, which is also a popular area. The dining area consists of bench tables and just isn't big enough to provide an area for … More
Couples Family-Friendly Hostel Female Solo Traveller Solo Traveller
"…At LyLo, you can catch up on work in the morning in our scenic workspace with free Wi-fi (that won't cut out mid-meeting). Then hit the slopes in the afternoon guilt free! You can choose from … More
Solo Traveller
"…The sheer number of open-minded, fun, and altogether wonderful people staying here awards this five stars immediately. And that's not taking into account the free soup, free hot-tub, great staff, … More
Youth Hostel
"…Bathrooms with a toilet a shower are in each of the dorm rooms. This is convenient but when all eight beds are full, it's a problem. From the Intercity bus stop, walk up Shotover Street past … More
Party Hostel
"…Very close to the town which is very handy if you have no vehicle. The hostel itself was very shabby and grubby. We booked a twin room which smelled very badly of stale cigarette smoke. The walls … More

The Last Resort QTN

Central
Free Breakfast
Quiet Rest Solo Traveller
"…Phil the owner is a top guy who makes you feel so at home. The hostel has so much character and such a warm friendly atmosphere. You couldn't want anything more! Hello to Phil and Coco if you read … More

Apartments in Queenstown

"All 6 apartments have en-suite bedrooms, one upstairs and two downstairs. All bedrooms have a super king bed, an open wardrobe, chest of drawers and a lockable door. The tiled en-suite features … More

Backpacker Hostels in Queenstown, New Zealand

17 Hostels for Backpackers available. Prices start from $27.00 for a dorm bed.
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Get to know Queenstown (no more "I wish I knew this before")

This section is dedicated to take away all your "I wish someone had told me that before I went!" experiences. This way, you can spend less time settling in, and more time making new friends in your chosen hostel. We share our insider knowledge of tips, tricks and important things to look out for in Queenstown.

 Get to know Queenstown (no more

Whether it’s in winter or summer or you’re visiting with friends, family, or your significant other, the picturesque Queenstown, New Zealand, is drenched with beauty. The resort town in Otago on New Zealand’s South Island offers so many activities in which to dabble that you’ll be hard pressed to become bored.

Adventure awaits in Queenstown for those who dare to answer its call. In winter, snow sports abound, with the usual suspects like skiing and snowboarding possible against the backdrop of beautiful snowcapped mountains. Meanwhile, the Winter Festival -- which includes fireworks, live music, street parades, and more -- is one of the most exciting events to add to your calendar.

Adrenaline junkies will see Queenstown, New Zealand, as heaven on earth -- and for good reason. The city is known as the one of the adventure capitals of the world. Among the endless adventure activities are bungee jumping, whitewater rafting, river surfing, canyon swinging, and jet boating.

More of a indoor person but still want to get your kicks? Or perhaps it’s raining but you still want to get the heart pumping? Queenstown caters for this scenario as well, with a multitude of indoor activity centres where you can partake in ice skating, sensory mazes, escape rooms, haunted houses, go karting, or trampolining.

There's also much to do for those who are more drawn to the area’s stunning natural elements. Queenstown offers some of the best fishing, hiking, walking, mountaineering, climbing, hunting, and scenic touring in the country. Fans of the "Lord Of The Rings" trilogy may be interested to known that parts of Queenstown are where the movie was filmed and you can visit these locations.

For backpackers, Queenstown, New Zealand, is a hostel-filled paradise. The Queenstown, New Zealand hostels are affordable and great value for money -- many of them have impressive amenities, including free unlimited Wi-Fi, are close to the centre of town, and are blessed with New Zealand’s formidable natural beauty. Hostels in Queenstown, New Zealand, usually have beds available at most times of the year, but booking ahead is always advantageous.

Written by local enthusiast for Queenstown hostels

Written by local enthusiast for Queenstown hostels Erin

Queenstown Hostel Cheatsheet

Above we list every single hostel there is in the city. Let us take a broader look at what you can expect - and what not. We created this cheatsheet for you to get a more complete picture of the hostel quality in Queenstown, average prices and types of hostels to choose from.
Total number of hostels 17
Average dorm price $41
Average private room price $140
Cheapest hostel in Queenstown Sir Cedrics Southern Laughter Backpackers with $26
Party hostels in Queenstown Nomads Queenstown Backpackers (2 in total)
Most Queenstown hostels are located in Central
Average rating of all hostels 8.1

FAQ about Queenstown Hostels

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Travel Tips for Queenstown - from the Community

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