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5.5 / 10 Guest Rating

Lakeside Backpackers

18 Lake Esplanade, Queenstown, nz

Lakeside Backpackers - main view

About the Property

Stunning Lakeside Backpackers in Queenstown

Free WiFi and Prime Location: Lakeside Backpackers, located less than 1 km from Skyline Gondola and Luge, offers free WiFi and easy access to Queenstown's top attractions, including Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkables.

Comfortable Accommodation: The hostel provides rooms with shared bathrooms and some with kitchen facilities, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests. Bed linen is included in all rooms, guaranteeing a cozy and hassle-free experience.

Convenient Amenities: Guests can enjoy the convenience of a shared kitchen and lounge, perfect for socializing and meeting fellow travelers. With popular points of interest nearby and Queenstown Airport just 8 km away, Lakeside Backpackers is the ideal choice for your Queenstown adventure.

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Laundry
Daily housekeeping
Shared lounge/TV area
Shared kitchen
Lockers
Adult only

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out10:00 AM

Property Notes

Please note that there is a 3.15% surcharge when all payments made through Visa card, Master card, and American Express using tap mode (including debit card). There is no surcharge on payments made using debit cards inserted or swiped at the POS machine & also no surcharge on payments made using EFTPOS cards. If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Lakeside Backpackers in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Please note that this Lakeside Backpackers has a strict 'No Party Policy'. Guests under the age of 18 years old can only check in with a parent or official guardian. The legal guardian must provide a current photo ID or proof of guardianship if requested upon check-in. Guests must show a valid credit card upon check in. This credit card must be in the same name as the guest's name on the booking confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.

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1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

5.5
Good487 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the great location and frequently praise the competitive pricing.

Categories

Cleanliness3.6
Service4.5
Location8.1
Room Quality4.5
Amenities5.6
Value for Money6.5
Food and Beverage6.1
Overall Experience5.0

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RosslynnzNZ
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 30, 2025

"Good location but old and dirty. Embarrassed that visitors to nz would be staying there. Wouldn’t be recommended"

2.0

Location. Communication. Clean sheets. Comfortable mattress

Booked a 4 bed dorm but our group ended up in a 6 bed dorm without being told. Disgustingly dirty. One toilet didn’t flush. The light bulb was out in the other. Floors and walls of toilet and hand basin were dirty. No grill over the shower outflow. No curtain on the shower so clothes got wet. The shower didn’t drain so filled up quickly to overflow into the bathroom.

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PoosudanzNZ
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 29, 2025

"Worst hostel."

1.0

Toilets were clogged. Got locked out of the room by my roommate.

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SahinzNZ
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 26, 2025

"Very Good"

7.0
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VirginiaarAR
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 21, 2025

"Excellent"

8.0
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DawnHendrickauAU
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 17, 2025

"I could not recommend this property to anyone. It should be closed by the local council"

1.0

The only good thing about this property is its location. It is a short walk from town centre - so quieter - plus it has great views.

One of 2 shared toilets did not flush. One of two shared showers did not drain properly. The kitchen has not been cleaned in a very long time. No cloths for wiping surfaces. Sponges and brushes were filthy. The bin was not emptied in 3 days. Food has been left behind without a sign saying it can be used. Blankets on the beds need washing. No towels were provided. No bath mats were provided and without shower curtains the floors were wet and slippery. The garden was overgrown and neglected.

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PedroarAR
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 16, 2025

"Good"

1.0

Pésima estadía, llegamos con mi amigo y nos encontramos con que nuestras camas que nos habían designado ya estaban ocupadas, la recepción nunca se hizo cargo y nunca nos devolvieron el dinero de la noche pagada.

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J
Jason nzNZ
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 15, 2025

"Queenstown half marathon"

9.0

Great vamue for money

The stairs

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TuckernzNZ
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 14, 2025

"Good"

4.0

Bedrooms werr good for the price

Shower was clogged and really gross

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ShaneauAU
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 13, 2025

"Good"

5.0
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LuciaarAR
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 10, 2025

"Good"

1.0
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