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Our top choices for Cardrona hostels

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1. 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 ￥10,039
￥11,545 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
A modern house with a deck, outdoor seating, and a pergola.

2. The Black Sheep Backpackers

The Black Sheep Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (76 reviews)
"Staff was amazing and a nice clean spot"
Canada
Cody
The price is ￥14,743
￥17,628 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
The Black Sheep Backpackers
A wooden interior with a table and chairs, a view of a mountain, and a sign with text.

3. LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (763 reviews)
"Top notch, helpful staff and a very comfortable stay."
United States
Dana
The price is ￥18,517
￥21,294 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
LyLo Queenstown
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, and a view of a deck and mountains.

4. Haka House Queenstown Lakefront

Haka House Queenstown Lakefront
3.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (130 reviews)
"Good location"
Australia
Kate
The price is ￥15,118
￥17,530 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront
A modern interior with a view of a lake and mountains. It includes a bar area with stools and a kitchen counter.

5. Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (172 reviews)
"Lovely, clean hostel with friendly staff."
United States
Cara
The price is ￥20,859
￥24,019 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
A balcony with a view of a street, stone wall, and a row of chairs.

6. Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (770 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay at Nomads. Lovely enquire room with just the right amount of space for two adults. Staff were more than happy to help and provide recommendations for activities and eateries. We will deff be back in future."
Australia
Reyne
The price is ￥14,906
￥17,360 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
A living room with a sofa, a television on a shelf, and a window with a view of trees and mountains.

7. 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 ￥11,031
￥12,890 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Lakeside Backpackers
A wooden deck with outdoor seating and a covered area.

8. Haka House Queenstown

Haka House Queenstown
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (310 reviews)
"Excellent location!"
Canada
Cathi
The price is ￥13,432
￥15,598 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Haka House Queenstown
A view from inside a room with large windows overlooking a parking area and mountains.

9. Haka House Wanaka

Haka House Wanaka
5.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (263 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Lenore
The price is ￥14,572
￥16,948 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Haka House Wanaka
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Top Cardrona Hotel Reviews

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

8/10 Good
"Good experience"
Jaynendra 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

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Cardrona Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,559
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥11,545
Highest Price
￥24,019

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Cardrona?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 54°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 38°F. Average annual precipitation for Cardrona is 44 inches.
What is there to see and do in Cardrona?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might enjoy the area around Cardrona. Get out into nature with places like Crown Range, Arrow River, and Roys Peak. Cultural attractions include Lakes District Museum, Off The Wall Gallery, and Picture Lounge. Visit landmarks like St Patrick's Catholic Church & Mary MacKillop's Cottage.
What's the best way to get to and around Cardrona while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Cardrona on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN), located 16.1 mi (25.9 km) from the city center. Another option is Wānaka Airport (WKA), located 16.1 mi (25.9 km) away.