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Our top choices for Kawarau Gorge hostels

A wooden interior with a table and chairs, a view of a mountain, and a sign with text.

1. LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (779 reviews)
"Good stay"
United States
Ryan
The price is AED 406
AED 467 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
LyLo Queenstown
A stone staircase surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden fence.

2. The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers

The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (128 reviews)
"well maintained, centrally located, front desk did an excellent job "
Australia
Sergio
The price is AED 257
AED 296 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, and a view of a deck and mountains.

3. Haka House Queenstown Lakefront

Haka House Queenstown Lakefront
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (143 reviews)
"Lovely staff, attractions were walking distance so very good."
Australia
Keri
The price is AED 493
AED 576 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront
A balcony with a view of a street, stone wall, and a row of chairs.

4. Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (784 reviews)
"Location is excellent"
Australia
Kayomi
The price is AED 391
AED 450 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
A modern interior with a view of a lake and mountains. It includes a bar area with stools and a kitchen counter.

5. Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (179 reviews)
"Great central location, the shared kitchens is well equiped."
Australia
Carolina
The price is AED 503
AED 578 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
A modern house with a deck, outdoor seating, and a pergola.

6. The Black Sheep Backpackers

The Black Sheep Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (82 reviews)
"Great first hostel stay! Loved everything."
United States
Renee
The price is AED 492
AED 582 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
The Black Sheep Backpackers
A living room with a sofa, a television on a shelf, and a window with a view of trees and mountains.

7. Lakeside Backpackers

Lakeside Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
6.0 out of 10, (25 reviews)
"Location was the only plus (lakeside, 5 minutes walk from Steamer Wharf). Negatives: tired, scruffy, very poorly equipped kitchen, same twin room we had last December STILL stank of cigarette smoke. Room needs some hanging space and/or shelves. Showers need to be completely replaced."
Australia
Simon
The price is AED 267
AED 309 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Lakeside Backpackers
A wooden deck with outdoor seating and a covered area.

8. Haka House Queenstown

Haka House Queenstown
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (315 reviews)
"I had a great stay at Haka. The staff were very helpful, my room was good and everything was very clean. It was also in a great location and walkable to everything. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay again."
United Kingdom
Katie
The price is AED 380
AED 439 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Haka House Queenstown
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Top Kawarau Gorge Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

10/10 Excellent
"We had a beautiful view"
Edwin 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Kawarau Gorge?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 55°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 37°F. Average annual precipitation for Kawarau Gorge is 59 inches.
What is there to see and do in Kawarau Gorge?
Depending on what interests you, you might appreciate these things around Kawarau Gorge. Get out into nature with places like Crown Range, Lake Dunstan, and Frankton Beach. Cultural attractions include Clyde Historical Museum. Visit landmarks like Goldfields Mining Centre.
What's the best way to get to and around Kawarau Gorge while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Kawarau Gorge in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN), located 19.5 mi (31.3 km) away from the city center. Another option is Wānaka Airport (WKA), which is 23.5 mi (37.9 km) away.