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  1. 1. Novice Nomad

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  2. 2. Avid Traveller

    10-20 Reviews Added

  3. 3. Globetrotter

    20+ Reviews Added

91% Customer Rating

126 reviews
Latest Reviews

Frauke (Reviewer from Germany), November 2009:

A very new hostel, so they are still building (e.g. balconies). But they have yet problems with not working appliances like stoves... more

clarissevanni727 (Novice Nomad from Brazil), November 2009:

It's a great place to stay, the best location possible!! It's brand new with great ambience.I definitely recommend this one!! Grea... more

Description:

Brand new Nomads Queenstown is backpacking in Style. This fantastic new property is newly open, receiving rave reviews and will .. More Info... »

Nomads Queenstown

89% Customer Rating

16 reviews
Latest Reviews

avrilwhelehan2702 (Novice Nomad from Ireland), November 2009:

dorm room was lovely,stayed in the sanctuary.bathrooms were fine altho prefer bein able to change the temp of water myself in teh ... more

deanna21221299 (Novice Nomad from USA), November 2009:

The staff are pretty helpful and they try to keep things clean. I got stuck in an 8 mixed dorm with some messy people, but the sta... more

Description:

Welcome to Queenstown – the adventure capital of the world! Base Queenstown sets the standard in Queenstown’s budget accommodati.. More Info... »

Base Queenstown

87% Customer Rating

60 reviews
Latest Reviews

darrenali118008 (Novice Nomad from England), November 2009:

Great hostel in Queenstown. The views were stunning and the staff were very friendly and helpful at all times. When i go back to q... more

saroalsamerai5655 (Novice Nomad from England), November 2009:

was ok but had to move rooms even though i had booked 2 nights as they were full. Good offer with 2 for 1 drinks in a near by bar.... more

Description:

If you are looking for an affordable, relaxed & friendly place to stay in Queenstown with spectacular mountain views & a waterfr.. More Info... »

Bumbles Backpackers

78% Customer Rating

11 reviews
Latest Reviews

amyegarnett9233 (Novice Nomad from Australia), November 2009:

Hippo Lodge was a really great hostel. The woman on the front desk was very friendly and helped us book a rafting trip. It's a sh... more

Robert (Novice Nomad from USA), October 2009:

You have to be a mountain goat to not only get to the hostel, but to get to your room as well. There were over 30 steep steps to ... more

Description:

Our small friendly hostel just a five minute walk from the centre of Queenstown will make your stay a very pleasant one' More Info... »

Hippo Lodge

76% Customer Rating

19 reviews
Latest Reviews

nateacus4275 (Novice Nomad from USA), August 2009:

The hostel was and wasn't in a good location. It was right off the harbor which as nice because it was close to all of the attract... more

Evan_G (Novice Nomad from USA), July 2009:

Nice clean place. No real common area and kitchen closes early (730P). TV in rooms may be an attraction for some. Overall, a go... more

Description:

Thomas's Hotel provides affordable Queenstown accommodation, ranging from budget Backpacker rooms to Hotel Rooms in the heart of.. More Info... »

Thomas's Hotel and Backpackers

76% Customer Rating

20 reviews
Latest Reviews

Ho Yin Edward (Avid Traveller from Hong Kong), November 2009:

All rooms in a Villa house, it have Kitchen in every house. very convenience for backpacker! Friendly staff! But the room is just ... more

Hugo_74 (Avid Traveller from Spain), September 2009:

Wifi worked very poorly at the moddule I was in. Otherwise, good hostel, great value for money.

Description:

Welcome to Pinewood, ideally located in a beautiful alpine setting away from the bustle of busy streets and yet only 5 minutes w.. More Info... »

Pinewood

75% Customer Rating

23 reviews
Latest Reviews

dats81 (Avid Traveller from Austria), November 2009:

Bit out of town, but nice location at lake front. Huge kitchen. Clean and tidy,

Nigel (Avid Traveller from Ireland), November 2009:

Staff friendly, good internet facilities, well stocked shop & info but the cover on our bed had dried vomit on it which was a bit ... more

Description:

YHA Queenstown is a modern, fully equipped hostel with magnificent views across Lake Wakatipu to the Southern Alps... More Info... »

YHA Queenstown Lakefront

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