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Our top choices for Central Otago District 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, (766 reviews)
"Top notch, helpful staff and a very comfortable stay."
United States
Dana
The price is AU$123
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
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, (774 reviews)
"Amazing place"
Australia
Amanpreet
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
A modern interior with a view of a lake and mountains. It includes a bar area with stools and a kitchen counter.

3. Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (174 reviews)
"Great central location, the shared kitchens is well equiped."
Australia
Carolina
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
A view from inside a room with large windows overlooking a parking area and mountains.

4. Haka House Wanaka

Haka House Wanaka
5.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (266 reviews)
"Near the lake, supermarket and food options"
Singapore
debbie
The price is AU$280
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Haka House Wanaka
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, and a view of a deck and mountains.

5. Haka House Queenstown Lakefront

Haka House Queenstown Lakefront
3.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (136 reviews)
"I liked everything"
Australia
Neil
The price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront
A stone staircase surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden fence.

6. 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 AU$116
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
A modern house with a deck, outdoor seating, and a pergola.

7. The Black Sheep Backpackers

The Black Sheep Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (77 reviews)
"Staff was amazing and a nice clean spot"
Canada
Cody
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
The Black Sheep 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, (311 reviews)
"Unresponsive hosts. Didn't respond to to multiple attempts to reach out by Expedia."
United States
Gregory
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Haka House Queenstown
A deck with a wooden floor and glass doors leading to an interior space, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

9. The Brownston Hostel

The Brownston Hostel
2.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (133 reviews)
"Very good location clean and comfortable room. "
United States
Levent
The Brownston Hostel
A living room with a sofa, a television on a shelf, and a window with a view of trees and mountains.

10. 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 AU$102
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Lakeside Backpackers
A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of a road, and mountains in the distance.

11. Tahuna Pod Hostel

Tahuna Pod Hostel
1.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (216 reviews)
"Good stay, staff and location "
United Kingdom
Stavros
Tahuna Pod Hostel
A modern building with large windows and a sign for a restaurant and bar.

12. Adventure Q2 Hostel

Adventure Q2 Hostel
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
Adventure Q2 Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Central Otago District Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean and spacious room. Modern facilities and delicious buffet breakfast available. Great to not stay in the city centre and parking was ok."
Keriana 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

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Central Otago District Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,972
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$102
Highest Price
AU$280