Located on the lakefront in the center of Queenstown, Absoloot Hostel Queenstown offers rooms with private bathrooms. Guests enjoy free unlimited Wi-Fi access in their rooms. Absoloot Hostel Queenstown offers a choice of private rooms and dormitories. Every room is equipped with heating/air conditioning and security card entry: All guests have access to a communal kitchen and laundry facilities. Guest access and security are provided 24 hours a day. Guests can make use of the games rooms with satellite TV. There is also a tour desk that can arrange a host of adventure activities. There is secure bike storage in summer and ski storage in winter. Transport to the ski resorts and adventure activities are just a 2-minute walk from the hostel. The Gondola is a 5-minute walk from Absoloot Hostel Queenstown.

This is our guests' favorite part of Queenstown, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jul 6, 2010

Property Highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Queenstown, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!


Availability

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
3 twin beds
and
1 full bed
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Travel Sustainable Level 2
This property is making considerable investments and efforts towards becoming more sustainable. We’ve worked with experts such as Travalyst and Sustainalize to create the Travel Sustainable program – making it easier for you to experience the world more sustainably.
Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
7.7
High score for Queenstown
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Quang
    VietnamVietnam
    The best and cleanest bathroom in all the places that I stay in my trip to New Zealand. I like that each bunk on the bunk bed has their own lamp, socket, and curtain. The protection to avoid falling off the top bunk is also good. You would think...
  • Florentina
    PhilippinesPhilippines
    It was near the lake and walking distance to good eats. Also very near the bus stops.
  • Yingrong
    ChinaChina
    view is very beautiful from kitchen and room,quite comfortable for everything,location is good.
  • Adamgcochrane
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    You couldn't ask for a better location! If you are cooking in the kitchen, you can sit and watch the lake. Beds were comfy and had easy access to lights/plugs. If you're backpacking (like I was), there was a great amount of storage under the bed....
  • Anna
    PhilippinesPhilippines
    very clean and comfortable. the bunk beds offer privacy and had curtains and sockets on each. located right infront of the port too so this place is near everything. my stay here was comfortable.
  • Mary
    PhilippinesPhilippines
    I lked that it is just in the center and convenient to everything. Place is ok if you're a solo traveller and looking for something affordable. Nice view from the kitchen. Place is well maintained and cleaned by the staffs. You can still use the...
  • Pam
    AustraliaAustralia
    great location and nice touches in queen room with private en-suite.
  • Manuela
    GermanyGermany
    Perfect location, close to everything, right next to the lake
  • James
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    The British receptionist - she was awesome. Thanks!
  • Rebecca
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    amazing location!! right in the center of everything and our room looked over the lake. absolutely spectacular to wake up to every morning! very clean room and facilities overall, would highly recommend!

Property questions and answers
Browse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the property
The property usually replies within a few days

  • Do you offer luggage storage?

    We offer free luggage storage for our guests.
    Answered on 26 September 2019
  • Are sheets and towels included?

    Bed linen is provided and towels are available upon request free of charge,
    Answered on 25 September 2019
  • Hi, do you offer a shuttle service to and from the airport and if so, what is the cost? Is there public transport around Queenstown?

    Hello, We do not offer shuttle services but we can recommend you to book with Super Shuttle, it is easy and cheap. The public transport is an excellen..
    Answered on 4 February 2021
  • Can I leave my luggage for 2 hours after the checkout? Does it take the cost?

    Hello! Thank you for your request! Yes you can leave it in the storage as long as you want. Please let us know if you have any other questions! Ki..
    Answered on 26 October 2019
  • Can I use my own sleeping bag?

    Sleeping bags are not permitted. These must be stored in our luggage storage.
    Answered on 25 September 2019
  • Do you have common hair dryers available?

    Hello, Yes there are hairdryers available to borrow from reception.
    Answered on 13 December 2019
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Area info *

Amenities of Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
Free WiFi
Airport shuttle
Non-smoking rooms
Laundry
Beachfront
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Ski
  • Ski pass vendor
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Bar crawls
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Game room
  • Skiing
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Adults only
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Dutch

House rules

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 2 are welcome.

Children 3 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash Absoloot Hostel Queenstown accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

- There is a 2.5% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Underage Guests:
- Any guest under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Guests traveling with children under the age of 18 must book out the entire room they are occupying.
- We do not allow children in shared environments, and guests that do not abide by this will be required to upgrade to a private configuration. If none are available then our cancellation policies will apply, and the party will not be able to stay.

Group Bookings:
- Bookings of more than 10 guests or beds, different cancellation policies and procedures apply. For further information please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Bookings of more than 20 guests, different cancellation policies and procedures apply. For further information please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Please note that to guarantee that all guests in a group booking are able to be accommodated in the same room you will need to contact the property prior to booking, using the contact details found on the booking form. Alternatively please book the appropriate room types provided that guarantee your party into the same room.

Bookings for 7 Days or Longer:
- When booking 7 days or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply. Bookings over New Year Period
- Please note that the property is an alcohol free zone during the New Year period
- Bookings over the New Year period (31 December to 02 January) will be canceled if found with alcohol consumption.

Temporary Operating Hours
- Reception staff currently operate during the hours of 9am to 10:30am and 3pm to 7pm. If you arrive between 10:30am and 3pm, please get in contact with us via the intercom system at the front door so we can let you in to utilize the hostel's facilities and luggage storage. Check in time is from 3pm.

Elevator:
-Please note that our elevator is shut down for guest use between the hours of 10pm and 9am.

Late Check-Ins:
-If you need to check in after reception closes (currently 7pm), you will need to contact us to organize this and we will need to take payment for your reservation in advance.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Absoloot Hostel Queenstown of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

  • Absoloot Hostel Queenstown offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Game room
    • Bowling
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Evening entertainment
    • Beachfront
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Movie nights
    • Horseback riding
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Beach
    • Bike tours
    • Bar crawls

  • The prices at Absoloot Hostel Queenstown may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Absoloot Hostel Queenstown is 650 feet from the center of Queenstown.

  • The nearest beach is 350 feet from Absoloot Hostel Queenstown.

  • Check-in at Absoloot Hostel Queenstown is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.