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The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel perfectly located for exploring Queenstown City Centre

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Dining
Garden
Classic Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby lounge
Deluxe Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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39 Robins Rd, Queenstown, 9300
  • Place, Queenstown Mall
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Skyline Queenstown
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Queenstown Gardens
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Queen Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Twin Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 8-Bed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bed In 6-Bed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4-Bed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Budget Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Cabin Double Or Twin

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Double Or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Queenstown

Queenstown City Centre stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Queenstown City Centre hostel, you'll find CaddyShack City Mini Golf and Toi o Tahuna. Kiwi and Birdlife Park and Queenstown Cemetery are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kiwi and Birdlife Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Queenstown Mall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Skyline Queenstown - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Queenstown Gardens - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Queenstown Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beechtree - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪“Life’s a Grind” Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Skyline Queenstown - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Speight's Ale House - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fat Badgers Pizza - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers

Hostel perfectly located for exploring Queenstown City Centre
As a guest of The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers, you'll find a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area are also featured at The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Queenstown hostel is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Lockers available
The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers offers 11 accommodations with safes and shared/communal kitchens. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)

Food and drink

  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 17 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking reservations are not accepted.

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Flaming Kiwi Backpackers Hostel Queenstown
Flaming Kiwi Backpackers Hostel
Flaming Kiwi Backpackers Queenstown
Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers Queenstown
The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers to the airport?

The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers is 5.1 mi (10-min drive) away from the Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers.

How close is The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers to the beach?

This hostel is a short 10-minute walk from Queenstown Beach and 4.6 mi (14-min drive) from Frankton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers offer free breakfast?

The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Skycity Queenstown Casino (8-min walk) and SKYCITY Wharf Casino (10-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

Is there free parking at The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers have a pool?

The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers does not have a pool.

Does The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers to downtown Queenstown?

The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers is 0.4 mi away from Queenstown.

The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 103 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wai Shun Wilson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good, will come back again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a private cabin with ensuite. It was fairly new and it was clean. We also had access to the shared kitchen which was handy. Very happy with our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Roger Jr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
simple and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tahlia

I had a great stay here, I stayed in a deluxe cabin and it was great! The amarmities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

AGNES

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
just fine
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Edgar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
:)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Xiyu

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room has a very strong smell. The curtains are new with formaldehyde which will definitely hurt my health but they don’t want to change it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David, Macquarie Park

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked a Cabin which was clean and comfortable. Property short walk to town and also close to Fresh Choice Supermarket. Its a Back Packer so a few semi permanents but plenty of Kitchens and share bathrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Helpful and attentive staffing team
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location with lovely view.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Vivienne

Traveled with group
Liked: Room comfort

Queenstown stopover

It was convenient to have a seperate cabin, but the bathrooms were a bit few. typicaly peopledon not understand the oncept of mopping the floor in the wet floor bathroom after thay have used it, so it was frequently wet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Manish

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Showers were leaking downstairs but good otherwise
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kummita

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little cabin, staff were extra helpful. Other housemates were friendly and thoughtful. Easy walk to town right near the base of the chairlift.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a warm welkom and I stayed for a week, they put longstay together, so i got to know my roommates and they were very nice. I really enjoyed my week there. In the evening there were activities like bingonight, movienight, gamingchallenge etc. I had lucky with a free parkingplace but there are not many spots so that’s the only minor…
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Trevor

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

Fun for backpackers

Really well located for the town centre. A 5-10 minute walk. Limited parking with street parking available. The room a compact cabin outside the main house. Comfortable bed. With a double and a single bunk up a vertical ladder. No air conditioning but windows provided adequate ventilation. The washroom is in the main block. So for the cabins facilities are outside but inside through a combination/ swipe card door. The bathroom of which could be found on all floors. So waiting wasn’t an issue generally. The atmosphere in the house is excellent. Young friendly group of travellers very active socially and welcoming made for a positive atmosphere. Unfortunately I am too old at 65 to be so active. Sleeping and security proved to be effective. For the cost convenience atmosphere and security you can’t go wrong. If I was 25-35 it’s perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Leayah

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quality of bathrooms was amazing, seemingly newly renovated. But bedroom distinctly smelt like mold and sweat so we had to deal with either the pungent smell or moths and mosquitoes. Bedroom lock was also broken, had to climb through the window one night as keys were not working. Daily kitchen and bathroom cleans happen every morning, which is great but it’s at an inconvenient time of 8am when you’d want to shower and use the kitchen before heading out.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Friendly place and well kept
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Carlee Ann

Traveled with partner
good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024