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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Property highlights

    • Situated in the best rated area in Queenstown, this property has an excellent location score of 8.0


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • An
    Singapore Singapore
    View from dining room - excellent. Kitchen - fully equipped. Friendly and helpful staff. Clean toilets.
  • Jitka
    Czech Republic 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 United States
    Friendly staff, clean, big single room with bathroom, good kitchen and dining area
  • Gareth
    Australia 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 France
    Very welcoming, cute little place. Clean and we'll equiped ! (Not so often in this kind of place) Recommended!
  • Yui
    Japan Japan
    Friendly staff, good Wi-Fi, free towel rental, free tea, great location
  • Elizabeth
    New Zealand 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 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 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 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

  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
    Additional 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 rules
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Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:00
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

FAQs about Hippo Lodge Backpackers