About this property
Essential Facilities: Hippo Lodge Backpackers in Queenstown offers a sun terrace and free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can relax in the lounge or outdoor seating area, utilise the shared kitchen, and enjoy amenities such as bicycle parking and barbecue facilities. Comfortable Accommodations: The hostel features private and shared bathrooms with lake and mountain views. Each room is equipped with a refrigerator, electric kettle, and carpeted floors, ensuring a comfortable stay. Prime Location: Located 7 km from Queenstown Airport, the property is close to attractions like Skyline Gondola and Luge (less than 1 km), Queenstown Lakes District Library (5-minute walk), and Queenstown Resort College (700 metres). Guests appreciate the scenic views and excellent service.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Laundry
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
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Singapore
“View from dining room - excellent. Kitchen - fully equipped. Friendly and helpful staff. Clean toilets.” - Jitka
Czech Republic
“-So friendly and helpfull stuff, especially Wellison! - The second is so calm and very tidy. - Beautiful view - There is everything” - Bronson
United States
“Friendly staff, clean, big single room with bathroom, good kitchen and dining area” - Gareth
Australia
“Manager was very nice, beds and rooms were clean and everyone was really polite. The lounge room and kitchen space was great too. And thanks for being so helpful with parking. Close to town but steep hill!” - Louis
France
“Very welcoming, cute little place. Clean and we'll equiped ! (Not so often in this kind of place) Recommended!” - Yui
Japan
“Friendly staff, good Wi-Fi, free towel rental, free tea, great location” - Elizabeth
New Zealand
“A lovely friendly place to stay. Huge bathroom! Good bed lights! As well as suite had access to handy kitchen and lounge with lovely view.” - Solihin
Malaysia
“close to everything in Queenstown town centre, walkable however very limited parking space at the lodge view on top of the hill” - Yin
New Zealand
“The staff is really nice and helpful. The facility is clean and some shared stuff free. The socket near the bed is really convenient.” - Godoy
Argentina
“Lovely people, family vibes, micky the manager is the best”
Property surroundings
Facilities of Hippo Lodge Backpackers
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Laundry
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- BBQ facilities
- Terrace
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
Ski
- Ski storage
Activities
- HikingOff-site
- SkiingOff-site
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingNo parking available.
Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Lockers
- Luggage storage
- LaundryAdditional charge
Reception services
- Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
- Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
General
- Designated smoking area
- Heating
- Carpeted
- Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
- English
House rulesHippo Lodge Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.



The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.