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Best Queenstown hostels

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Tahuna Pod Hostel - Queenstown - Balcony
Tahuna Pod Hostel
Queenstown, New Zealand
8.9Very good(2494)
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 143+
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The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers - Queenstown - Living room
The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
Queenstown, New Zealand
8.0Very good(872)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 47+
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Lakeside Backpackers - Queenstown - Living room
Lakeside Backpackers
Queenstown, New Zealand
6.0Okay(310)
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 29+
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Alpine Lodge Queenstown - Queenstown - Living room
Alpine Lodge Queenstown
Queenstown, New Zealand
8.0Very good(685)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 38+
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Adventure Q2 Hostel - Queenstown - Living room
Adventure Q2 Hostel
Queenstown, New Zealand
8.5Very good(499)
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 45+
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The Black Sheep Backpackers - Queenstown
The Black Sheep Backpackers
Queenstown, New Zealand
7.7Good(1619)
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 45+
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Adventure Queenstown Hostel - Queenstown
Adventure Queenstown Hostel
Queenstown, New Zealand
8.6Very good(438)
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 46+
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Aspen Lodge Backpackers - Queenstown
Aspen Lodge Backpackers
Queenstown, New Zealand
7.5Good(686)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 40+
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Hippo Lodge Backpackers - Queenstown
Hippo Lodge Backpackers
Queenstown, New Zealand
7.5Good(587)
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 166+
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Southern Laughter Backpackers - Queenstown
Southern Laughter Backpackers
Queenstown, New Zealand
6.1Okay(1224)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 40+
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The Last Resort - Queenstown
The Last Resort
Queenstown, New Zealand
7.6Good(77)
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 42+
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Queenstown hostels near the city centre

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Lylo Queenstown - Queenstown - Bedroom
Lylo Queenstown
Queenstown, New Zealand
7.7Good(3174)
C$ 103+
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Nomads Queenstown - Queenstown - Bedroom
Nomads Queenstown
Queenstown, New Zealand
7.7Good(3394)
C$ 39+
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Absoloot Hostel Queenstown - Queenstown - Kitchen
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
Queenstown, New Zealand
8.6Very good(2177)
C$ 42+
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Haka House Queenstown - Queenstown - Kitchen
Haka House Queenstown
Queenstown, New Zealand
7.4Good(1707)
C$ 35+
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KAYAK’s insights for hostels in Queenstown

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Which month has the cheapest hostel rates in Queenstown?

Hostels are cheapest in Queenstown in June, with average rates of C$ 58. In comparison, August is the most expensive month, with prices at C$ 313.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in Queenstown?

Wednesday offers the lowest rates in Queenstown, with an average nightly price of C$ 54. The highest prices are found on Sunday, with average rates at C$ 267.

How early should you book a hostel in Queenstown?

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Low season

June

High season

August

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 102

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 75
Cheapest month to stay with an average 57% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 135% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Queenstown hostel deals

  • Hostel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best hostel deals in Queenstown if you stay on a Sunday. The most expensive day for hostel bookings is Tuesday.
  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 45 days before your stay to get the best price for a Queenstown hostel.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hostel in Queenstown for 3 days.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Queenstown

  • How much is a hostel in Queenstown for tonight?

    The best price a KAYAK user has found for a 3-star hostel in Queenstown in the last 3 hours was C$ 25 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was C$ 27. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is C$ 25.

  • How much is a hostel in Queenstown for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, KAYAK users have booked Queenstown hostel for this weekend for as low as C$ 24. Users have also found 3 star hotels from C$ 24 and 4-star plus hotels from C$ 27.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Queenstown?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Queenstown is C$ 82 compared to C$ 203 for a night in a hotel.

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