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The Black Sheep Backpackers

2.0 star property
Ski-in/ski-out hostel near Skyline Queenstown

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Property grounds
Exterior detail
Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave
Lounge
Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

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  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

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Map
13 Frankton Road, Queenstown, 9300
  • Popular LocationQueenstown Gardens1 min walk
  • Popular LocationKiwi and Birdlife Park12 min walk
  • Popular LocationSkyline Queenstown14 min walk
  • AirportQueenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)8 min drive

Room options

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Double Room | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, Mixed Dorm, Mountain View

10/10 Exceptional
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

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Twin Room | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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King Room | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Triple Room | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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4.3 out of 5, Excellent, (550)
The price is $105
per night
$121 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 18 - Jun 19
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About the neighborhood

Queenstown

Near the slopes.At this Queenstown City Centre hostel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Queenstown Gardens and Queenstown Beach. Queenstown Ice Arena and Church of St Peters are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Queenstown Gardens - 1 min walk
  • Skycity Queenstown Casino - 7 min walk
  • Kiwi and Birdlife Park - 12 min walk
  • Skyline Queenstown - 14 min walk
  • Bob's Peak - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • The World Bar - 5 min walk
  • McDonald's - 6 min walk
  • Kfc - 6 min walk
  • Starbucks - 5 min walk
  • Cookie Time - 5 min walk

About this property

The Black Sheep Backpackers

Ski-in/ski-out hostel near Skyline Queenstown
The Black Sheep Backpackers offers its guests ski-in/ski-out access, a spa tub, and complimentary bicycles. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at The Black Sheep Backpackers.

This Queenstown hostel is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
The Black Sheep Backpackers offers 24 accommodations with hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Evening entertainment
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Games
  • Library
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Spa tub
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 15
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 9 PM
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are recommended to download the property's GOKI mobile app before check-in
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: NZD 15 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Black Sheep Backpackers Hostel Queenstown
Black Sheep Backpackers Hostel
Black Sheep Backpackers Queenstown
Black Sheep Backpackers
The Black Sheep Backpackers Queenstown
The Black Sheep Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Black Sheep Backpackers to the airport?

The Black Sheep Backpackers is 4.4 mi (8-min drive) away from the Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Black Sheep Backpackers?

As of Jun 4, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Black Sheep Backpackers on Jun 5, 2024 start from $56.53, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Black Sheep Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Black Sheep Backpackers.

How close is The Black Sheep Backpackers to the beach?

This hostel is a short 3-minute walk from Queenstown Beach and 3.9 mi (11-min drive) from Frankton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Black Sheep Backpackers offer free breakfast?

The Black Sheep Backpackers does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Black Sheep Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Skycity Queenstown Casino (7-min walk) and SKYCITY Wharf Casino (9-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Black Sheep Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at The Black Sheep Backpackers?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does The Black Sheep Backpackers have a pool?

The Black Sheep Backpackers does not have a pool.

Does The Black Sheep Backpackers have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is The Black Sheep Backpackers to downtown Queenstown?

The Black Sheep Backpackers is 0.3 mi away from Queenstown.

The Black Sheep Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 46 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Private room was good size and comfortable, but there was nowhere to hang a towel. Would’ve been good to have a socket by the bed and a lamp in the room. Hostel itself has nice facilities - good kitchen for cooking, big communal lounge area which always has someone in it, outdoor tables, clean bathrooms and showers. Staff were friendly and helpful. Location is close to town but a short walk up a hill. There were a lot of long term stays which did make the social vibe a bit different and maybe not so geared towards solo travellers just passing through for a few days, although everyone I spoke to was really nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a really great time spent at black sheep 👍😉
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loud with issues - Very Nice staff
Super nice staff in a convenient area. Unfortunately noise was a frequent issue- be it door slamming, drinking, people wrestling at night, blasting music etc. Broken hot tub not fixed the week I was there, kitchen burners not working well, Wi-Fi unable to keep up with the demand on it. The staff are quite helpful and really pleasant- the accommodation is lacking in many areas unfortunately so I cannot recommend it overall.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Monica

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
location great but felt for what our room was ,was somewhat overpriced
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyla

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, staff are welcoming and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Teresa

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Sivam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keely

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great backpackers, cosy lounge area, good kitchen, we stayed for one night but were really impressed with the facilities including a free dinner if you wanted it. Super close to town.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022