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Yha Queenstown Central - Queenstown
Yha Queenstown Central
Queenstown, New Zealand
8.2Very Good(774)
Free Wi-Fi
R1 579+
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Lakeside Backpackers - Queenstown - Living room
Lakeside Backpackers
Queenstown, New Zealand
5.9Fair(324)
Free Wi-Fi
R1 635+
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Tahuna Pod Hostel - Queenstown - Balcony
Tahuna Pod Hostel
Queenstown, New Zealand
8.9Very Good(2503)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 836+
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Bumbles Backpackers - Queenstown
Bumbles Backpackers
Queenstown, New Zealand
7.4Good(266)
Free Wi-Fi
R538+
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Alpine Lodge Queenstown - Queenstown - Living room
Alpine Lodge Queenstown
Queenstown, New Zealand
8.0Very Good(698)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R2 325+
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The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers - Queenstown - Living room
The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
Queenstown, New Zealand
8.1Very Good(873)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
R1 546+
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Adventure Q2 Hostel - Queenstown - Living room
Adventure Q2 Hostel
Queenstown, New Zealand
8.6Very Good(507)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R664+
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Adventure Queenstown Hostel - Queenstown
Adventure Queenstown Hostel
Queenstown, New Zealand
8.7Very Good(446)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R700+
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The Black Sheep Backpackers - Queenstown
The Black Sheep Backpackers
Queenstown, New Zealand
7.7Good(1630)
Free Wi-Fi
R2 473+
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Aspen Lodge Backpackers - Queenstown
Aspen Lodge Backpackers
Queenstown, New Zealand
7.5Good(692)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
R1 859+
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Hippo Lodge Backpackers - Queenstown
Hippo Lodge Backpackers
Queenstown, New Zealand
7.5Good(593)
Free Wi-Fi
R2 386+
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Southern Laughter Backpackers - Queenstown
Southern Laughter Backpackers
Queenstown, New Zealand
6.1Okay(1230)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
R1 579+
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The Last Resort - Queenstown
The Last Resort
Queenstown, New Zealand
7.6Good(82)
Free Wi-Fi
R1 722+
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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(3203)
R2 774+
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Nomads Queenstown Hostel - Queenstown - Bedroom
Nomads Queenstown Hostel
Queenstown, New Zealand
7.7Good(3444)
R2 190+
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Absoloot Hostel Queenstown - Queenstown - Kitchen
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
Queenstown, New Zealand
8.6Very Good(2201)
R2 867+
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Haka Lodge Queenstown - Queenstown - Kitchen
Haka Lodge Queenstown
Queenstown, New Zealand
7.5Good(1723)
R2 330+
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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 May, with average rates of R7 560. In comparison, December is the most expensive month, with prices at R137 504.

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

Thursday offers the lowest rates in Queenstown, with an average nightly price of R10 186. The highest prices are found on Saturday, with average rates at R32 160.

How early should you book a hostel in Queenstown?

Book at least 53 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Queenstown hostel.
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May
December
R1 030
R1 122
Cheapest month to stay with an average 74% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 377% 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

  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 37 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 1 day.

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 R32 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was R38. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is R32.

  • 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 R35. Users have also found 3 star hotels from R45 and 4-star plus hotels from R35.

  • 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 R132 compared to R247 for a night in a hotel.

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