Located in Queenstown on the side of a hill, just 500 metres from Skyline Gondola and Luge, Hippo Lodge Backpackers features a barbecue and a ski storage space. The popular bars and restaurants of Queenstown are within a 10-minute walk. Offering a mix of shared and private accommodation, all rooms feature views of the mountain, lake or garden. Guests have access to a fully-equipped shared kitchen and a communal lounge with a TV. Up to 500 MB of free WiFi is available per day, per person. Free, limited parking is available. Bike hire and car hire are also available at this hostel. For guests who enjoy snowsports, Coronet Peak is a 20-minute drive away and The Remarkables ski area is a 40-minute drive. Shotover River is 900 metres from Hippo Lodge Backpackers, while AJ Hackett Bungy Jumping - Kawarau Bridge is 6 km away. The nearest airport is Queenstown Airport, 6 km from Hippo Lodge Backpackers.

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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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Property practices

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Guest reviews

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Staff
8.7
Facilities
7.5
Cleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.6
Value for money
7.9
Location
8.0
Free WiFi
9.1
Low score for Queenstown
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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 room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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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

  • Check-in at Hippo Lodge Backpackers is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The prices at Hippo Lodge Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Hippo Lodge Backpackers offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Skiing

  • Hippo Lodge Backpackers is 500 yards from the centre of Queenstown. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.