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Our top choices for Queenstown Hill hostels

A wooden interior with a table and chairs, a view of a mountain, and a sign with text.

1. LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (779 reviews)
"Good stay"
United States
Ryan
The price is ￥19,797
￥22,767 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
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, (784 reviews)
"Location is excellent"
Australia
Kayomi
The price is ￥18,237
￥20,972 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
A modern house with a deck, outdoor seating, and a pergola.

3. The Black Sheep Backpackers

The Black Sheep Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (82 reviews)
"Great first hostel stay! Loved everything."
United States
Renee
The price is ￥21,274
￥25,181 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
The Black Sheep Backpackers
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
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (143 reviews)
"Lovely staff, attractions were walking distance so very good."
Australia
Keri
The price is ￥21,754
￥25,153 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront
A stone staircase surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden fence.

5. The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers

The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (128 reviews)
"well maintained, centrally located, front desk did an excellent job "
Australia
Sergio
The price is ￥11,266
￥12,956 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
A modern interior with a view of a lake and mountains. It includes a bar area with stools and a kitchen counter.

6. Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (179 reviews)
"Great central location, the shared kitchens is well equiped."
Australia
Carolina
The price is ￥22,023
￥25,326 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
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, (25 reviews)
"Location was the only plus (lakeside, 5 minutes walk from Steamer Wharf). Negatives: tired, scruffy, very poorly equipped kitchen, same twin room we had last December STILL stank of cigarette smoke. Room needs some hanging space and/or shelves. Showers need to be completely replaced."
Australia
Simon
The price is ￥12,847
￥14,875 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
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, (314 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 ￥16,660
￥19,210 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Haka House Queenstown
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Learn more about Queenstown Hill

Walk through lush forest, enjoy a good workout and be rewarded with panoramic views over Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkables from this sacred mountain.

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Top reviews in Queenstown Hill

A wooden interior with a table and chairs, a view of a mountain, and a sign with text.
LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
Queenstown City Centre

10/10 Excellent

Small but comfortable queen bedroom with private bathroom was newly renovated; convenient kitchen and laundry facilities, plus a hangout area on top floor that had a bar, pizza and pool table. Close to town center, everything was walkable or public transportation available.
United States
Gere
Reviewed June 5, 2023
LyLo Queenstown

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Queenstown Hill?

Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 55°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 37°F. Average annual precipitation for Queenstown Hill is 59 inches.

What is there to see and do in Queenstown Hill?

Overall, Queenstown Hill is known for its skiing, restaurants, and local tours. Get out into nature with places like Queenstown Beach, Queenstown Gardens, and Bob's Peak. Cultural attractions include Toi o Tahuna, Off The Wall Gallery, and Lakes District Museum. Locals like to shop at Remarkables Park Town Centre and Queenstown Mall.

What's the best way to get to and around Queenstown Hill while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in and around Queenstown Hill on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN), located 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from the city center. An alternative is Wānaka Airport (WKA), located 32.9 mi (53 km) away.

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