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Hippo Lodge Backpackers

3 stars
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From
$83
Cheapest

rate per night

7.5
Good
225 reviews
Sun 5/12
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Mon 5/13
Room type
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Nightly total
Double room
$83
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About Hippo Lodge Backpackers

  • Hostel Room
    An affordable stay with shared facilities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free
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.

Latest deals for Hippo Lodge Backpackers

Sun 5/12
Mon 5/13
Double room
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$83
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$83
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$128

*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at Hippo Lodge Backpackers

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Skiing
  • Smoke alarms
  • Gaming console
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Body soap
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Heating
  • Trash cans

General

  • Window
  • Lake view
  • Lockers
  • Carpeted
  • Mountain view
  • Ski storage
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Skiing

Media and entertainment

  • Gaming console
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Designated smoking area

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Socket near the bed

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Services and conveniences

  • Key access

Reviews of Hippo Lodge Backpackers

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7.5
GoodBased on 225 verified guest reviews
7.3Couples
8.1Friends
6.2Families
7.5Solo
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Location

4 Anderson Heights, Queenstown

What's nearby

  • Queenstown CBD350 yd
  • Ivan Clarke Gallery411 yd
  • Skycity Queenstown Casino0.3 mi
  • Queenstown Beach0.4 mi
  • Kiwi and Birdlife Park0.4 mi
  • Skyline Gondola0.4 mi
  • TSS Earnslaw Steamship0.4 mi
  • Lasseters Wharf Casino0.4 mi
  • Queenstown Gardens0.7 mi
  • Bob's Peak0.8 mi
  • Skippers Canyon3.5 mi
  • Queenstown Event Centre3.6 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Hippo Lodge Backpackers

Low season

January

High season

January

Average price (weeknight)

$27
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 0% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Hippo Lodge Backpackers

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Top tips for your stay at Hippo Lodge Backpackers

  • How long should you stay at Hippo Lodge Backpackers? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 7 days.

FAQs when booking at Hippo Lodge Backpackers

  • Where is Hippo Lodge Backpackers located?

    Hippo Lodge Backpackers is located at 4 Anderson Heights, 0.2 miles from the center of Queenstown. Queenstown CBD is the closest landmark to Hippo Lodge Backpackers.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Hippo Lodge Backpackers?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Hippo Lodge Backpackers.

  • Does Hippo Lodge Backpackers offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Hippo Lodge Backpackers offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Hippo Lodge Backpackers from the airport?

    Hippo Lodge Backpackers is 3.9 miles from Queenstown Intl. Hippo Lodge Backpackers is 96.9 miles from Dunedin.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Hippo Lodge Backpackers hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Hippo Lodge Backpackers in Queenstown and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Hippo Lodge Backpackers and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Hippo Lodge Backpackers.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.9

Distance to city center

0.2 mi

Nearest Airport

Queenstown Intl

Distance to airport

3.8 mi