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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.

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Great access to the city center. Check these hostels in Queenstown and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 858 reviews

    Haka House Queenstown offers the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation in the heart of New Zealand's exciting adventure capital.

    From $98.74 per night

  • 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 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews

    Located in Queenstown and with Skyline Gondola and Luge reachable within a 5-minute walk, The Last Resort has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

    From $81.32 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 428 reviews

    Located in Queenstown, within a 10-minute walk of Skyline Gondola and Luge and 4.6 miles of Queenstown Event Centre, Alpine Lodge Queenstown has accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 571 reviews

    The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers is located in Queenstown. Free WiFi access is available and you can enjoy mountain views from the rooms.

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  • Nomads Queenstown Hostel

    Hostel in Queenstown
    Avg. price/night: $140.57
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4,225 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 traveler

  • Nomads Queenstown Hostel

    Hostel in Queenstown
    Avg. price/night: $140.57
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4,225 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 traveler

  • LyLo Queenstown

    Hostel in Queenstown
    Avg. price/night: $109.20
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4,018 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

  • The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers

    Hostel in Queenstown
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 571 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 traveler

  • Southern Laughter Backpackers

    Hostel in Queenstown
    Avg. price/night: $69.70
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 1,198 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

  • The Black Sheep Backpackers

    Hostel in Queenstown
    Avg. price/night: $103.97
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 976 reviews
    I paid 102 NZD for a bunk bed in an 8-beds dormitory which is extremely overpriced. The room is just like other hostels, nothing fancy or anything worth 102NZD. While other hostels are charging around 50 NZD for a bed.
    Guest review by
    Chui yin
    Solo traveler