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Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

2.0 star property
Hostel perfectly located for exploring Queenstown

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Shared fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Deluxe Queen Room with En-Suite Bathroom | Lake view
Shared fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Deluxe Double Room with En-Suite Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Deluxe Queen Room with En-Suite Bathroom | Lake view

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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50 Beach Street, Queenstown, Otago, 9300
  • Place, Queenstown Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Queenstown Mall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Queenstown Gardens
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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One Bed in 6 Bed Dorm with Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bed in 6 Bed En-Suite Dorm

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bed in 4 Bed En-Suite Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Deluxe Double Room with En-Suite Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room with En-Suite Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Queen Room with En-Suite Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Queen Room with En-Suite Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Family Room with En-Suite Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private En-Suite Room for Three People

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bunk Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Shared fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Private En-Suite Room for Two People

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private En-Suite Room for Six People

  • 194 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private En-Suite Room for Four People

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Queenstown

Heart of Queenstown.With a stay at this Queenstown City Centre hostel, you'll be steps from Toi o Tahuna and Creative Queenstown Arts & Crafts Market. Queenstown Beach and Lake Wakatipu are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Queenstown Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Queenstown Mall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • TSS Earnslaw Steamship - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Queenstown Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Skyline Queenstown - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fergburger - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Patagonia Chocolates - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pog Mahones - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pub On Wharf - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Smiths Craft Beer House - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

Hostel perfectly located for exploring Queenstown
As a guest of Absoloot Hostel Queenstown, you'll find a library, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. An arcade/game room, tour/ticket assistance, and a fireplace in the lobby are also featured at Absoloot Hostel Queenstown.

This Queenstown hostel is smoke free.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Lockers available
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown offers 23 accommodations with rice cookers and hair dryers. This Queenstown hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Ski passes
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Oven
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.75 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.75 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
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, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Absoloot Queenstown Backpackers Hostel
Absoloot Backpackers Hostel
Absoloot Backpackers
Absoloot Queenstown Backpackers
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown Queenstown
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is Absoloot Hostel Queenstown to the airport?

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown is 5.1 mi (15-min drive) away from the Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Absoloot Hostel Queenstown have an airport shuttle?

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Absoloot Hostel Queenstown to the beach?

This hostel is a short 1-minute walk from Queenstown Beach and 4.6 mi (14-min drive) from Frankton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Absoloot Hostel Queenstown offer free breakfast?

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Absoloot Hostel Queenstown?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Skycity Queenstown Casino (2-min walk) and SKYCITY Wharf Casino (2-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Absoloot Hostel Queenstown?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Absoloot Hostel Queenstown?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Absoloot Hostel Queenstown have a pool?

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown does not have a pool.

Does Absoloot Hostel Queenstown have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Absoloot Hostel Queenstown to downtown Queenstown?

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown is 0.1 mi away from Queenstown.

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 148 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paresh Ramchandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Othilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, friendly, quiet and good location. Kitchen is also great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great central location. Good kitchen facilities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great. Amazing location. Dope kitchen
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

What a great surprise!

My 22-year-old daughter gets full credit for encouraging us to stay at this hostel. Since I remember hostels from the late 80s/early 90s, you can imagine my surprise to find something that was so similar to an actual hotel. (We had a private room with our own bathroom for the three of us, though the showers were across the hall and my husband liked the shower pressure better over there.) The location cannot be beat! I should really put that in all caps. Truly, the location is in the heart of everything, it is very safe, and we could not have been more pleased with our decision to stay there!! (Actually, it was our daughter's decision, but we're glad we played along!) We stayed on the first floor, but the ground floor had a lounge where people could hang out, and the second floor had a kitchen area where you could get free coffee, tea, or hot chocolate. There is a laundry facility right next-door, in case you need it. Again, everything was very clean. And I should note that my husband was very pleased after his first night's sleep there, because he said it was the best sleep he had in the 10 days we have been in New Zealand. (I also turned on a noise cancellation app that night. It is a bustling city after all. )
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can't beat the location, everything is literally in walking distance with the only need for a hire car for roaming, all the shuttles are the next street over for most activities and tours. We cracked it with free parking aswell which was close to accommodation. And views from the shared kitchen area are breathtaking. Clean accommodation, staff friendly with lots of advice.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

MARCUS V

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Central e barato, mas não tão confortável

Se você é jovem, dorme tarde e dorme em quaisquer condições, talvez aqui funcione para você. Eu durmo cedo e foi bastante difícil dormir lá porque fiquei em um quarto no primeiro andar que ficava em frente à orla, com muito barulho dos bares e restaurantes ao redor até de madrugada. Precisei dormir de fone de ouvido na sexta e no sábado, o que foi bastante desconfortável. O banheiro privado é bem pequeno. A pia e o chuveiro são bem baixos. Apesar disso, os funcionários são bem solícitos, a cozinha coletiva é bem organizada, você pode deixar seus itens separados tanto em geladeira quanto em prateleiras. O hostel é absurdamente central e você consegue fazer tudo andando. Sendo assim, é mais interessante para quem NÃO está de carro, uma vez que o hostel fica no centro e é extremamente difícil estacionar em Queenstown. Fui em baixa temporada (abril) e já era péssimo. Imagino como fica pior para estacionar em alta temporada. Se estiver de carro, talvez faça mais sentido se hospedar em um local mais afastado do centro, porém maior e mais confortável por preço semelhante. Se estiver sem carro e precisar ficar em local central e barato, o Absoloot é uma boa opção.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin, Moffat Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel and awesome central location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is really good located, near to the shop
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Crystal

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
short of staff so front desk was not manned all the time. No parking available. Very basic as is a hostel.Location is awesome. overpriced for a hostel with no parking
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Our family of three stayed in a private room with two bunk beds and private bath. Worked fine- clean and comfortable. Location was stellar, right downtown by the lake. Staff were helpful with local information, tour booking etc
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tess

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing experience

A+ . Location, friendly, renovated and amazing other travelers who connected perfection to make memories
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Gwendolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Marilou

Liked: Staff & service
Accessible in all means..
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Roman

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Grisel, Norfolk

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location.-
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Agnieszka

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elise

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really excellent hostel! The staff were all super helpful and the rooms were spacious and clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Si le nightlife fait partie de vos plans, cet endroit est parfait. Beaucoup de bruit (fêtards, musique des bars,..) le soir étant donnée le secteur où l’établissement se trouve.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daanesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel was great hotels.com was awful

The location of the hotel, the accommodations themselves and the staff were beyond exemplary, but Hotels.com was deplorable in its functions or rather its inability to perform its obligation to its customers and the hotel itself. I was locked out because Hotels.com did not deliver. The message to hotel had sent me with special instructions being required for check-in after 9 PM when I contacted Hotels.com I wasted two hours on a chat with them while they’ve berated me for making the mistake insisting I had received a message that never arrived. I checked my messages and emails multiple times during this chat to no avail but both the customer service agent and their supervisor were not only an empathetic to my situation, but also downright rude and abusive when I stop by the hotel the following day the hotel informed me that this is typical of the platform that there are delays in the communication caused by hotels in the hotels does not allow direct communication between The host and the guest. Needless to say not only was my money wasted, but I was left without a place to stay that night because the remainder of the accommodations in town were full in summary stay here for its wonderful location and view, but book directly with the property and avoid using Hotels.com in general for future stays I certainly will be doing the same
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely view from our room. Clean and comfortable. Located in the city centre.The streets can get a bit noisy on weekend nights.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Panida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024