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Featured Hostels in Drift Bay

LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown

5 out of 5
47 Camp Street Queenstown
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$112 nightly
The price is $129 total per night
$129 total
Jan 29 - Jan 30
Total with taxes and fees
Guests of LyLo Queenstown enjoy a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and microwave in a common area. You'll find limited parking. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, express check-in, and express check-out.
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront

Haka House Queenstown Lakefront

3 out of 5
88-90 Lake Esplanade Queenstown
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$98 nightly
The price is $113 total per night
$113 total
Jan 29 - Jan 30
Total with taxes and fees
Guests of Haka House Queenstown Lakefront enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and laundry facilities. Self parking is available for NZD 15 per night. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and access to locker space. This smoke-free hostel also has a vending machine.
Free WiFi
Parking available
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

2 out of 5
5-11 Church Street Queenstown
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$119 nightly
The price is $137 total per night
$137 total
Feb 3 - Feb 4
Total with taxes and fees
At Nomads Queenstown Backpackers, guests have access to a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and express check-in. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include express check-out, laundry facilities, and a vending machine.
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Tahuna Pod Hostel

Tahuna Pod Hostel

1 out of 5
11 Henry Street Queenstown
$94 nightly
The price is $109 total per night
$109 total
Feb 3 - Feb 4
Total with taxes and fees
Guests of Tahuna Pod Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Self parking is offered for NZD 20 per day. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and access to locker space. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills.
Free WiFi
Parking available
The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers

The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers

2 out of 5
39 Robins Rd Queenstown
Free Cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
$70 nightly
The price is $80 total per night
$80 total
Jan 29 - Jan 30
Total with taxes and fees
Guests of The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and access to locker space. Additional amenities include a library, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Parking included
Free WiFi
The Black Sheep Backpackers

The Black Sheep Backpackers

2 out of 5
13 Frankton Road Queenstown
$133 nightly
The price is $153 total per night
$153 total
Jan 27 - Jan 28
Total with taxes and fees
Ski-in/ski-out access, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub are featured at The Black Sheep Backpackers. Free offsite parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and access to locker space. Other amenities at this ski hostel include a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and free use of bicycles.
Hot Tub
Free WiFi
Haka House Queenstown

Haka House Queenstown

2 out of 5
6 Henry Street Queenstown
$81 nightly
The price is $94 total per night
$94 total
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Total with taxes and fees
Guests of Haka House Queenstown enjoy free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. Self parking is available for NZD 15 per night. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a vending machine.
Free WiFi
Parking available
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

2 out of 5
50 Beach Street Queenstown Otago
$154 nightly
The price is $178 total per night
$178 total
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Total with taxes and fees
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. There's free offsite parking and an airport shuttle. Staff members are on hand to provide dry cleaning/laundry services, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a computer station, an arcade/game room, and a library.
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Lakeside Backpackers

Lakeside Backpackers

2 out of 5
18a Lake Esplanade Queenstown
$88 nightly
The price is $102 total per night
$102 total
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Total with taxes and fees
Guests of Lakeside Backpackers enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. There's free parking and an airport shuttle. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, barbecue grills, and a TV in a common area.
Parking included
Free WiFi
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Hotel Options in Drift Bay

    Kamana Lakehouse

    Kamana Lakehouse

    139 Fernhill Road Queenstown
    $233 nightly
    The price is $267 total per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
    $267 total
    Jan 25 - Jan 26
    Total with taxes and fees
    9.2/10 Wonderful! (553 reviews)
    Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

    Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

    24 Frankton Road Queenstown
    $192 nightly
    The price is $221 total per night from Jan 29 to Jan 30
    $221 total
    Jan 29 - Jan 30
    Total with taxes and fees
    8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
    La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

    La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

    16 - 18 Mountain Ash Drive Queenstown
    $168 nightly
    The price is $193 total per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
    $193 total
    Feb 1 - Feb 2
    Total with taxes and fees
    8.8/10 Excellent! (1,411 reviews)

Hostels

Book a hostel in Drift Bay
Life is an adventure, and you can experience it all—without breaking the bank. Don’t ignore your free spirit when you travel: stay spontaneous with hostels in Drift Bay. They’re flexible, fun and never have a dull moment, just like you. Plus, the budget friendly nature of a hostel means you can stay longer and check out everything Drift Bay has to offer.

Find your tribe and maximize your good times at Drift Bay hostels. Backpackers, students, and young travelers flock to hostels for their community feel. They’re a great place to meet fellow travel junkies from all over the world and make new friends that will help you get the most out of Drift Bay.

Hostels let you really see Drift Bay
A hostel is your ticket to a great trip in Drift Bay. Some include private rooms, while others offer double beds or bunk beds, so your whole crew can split the cost. If you’re traveling alone, hostels are the perfect way to find your Drift Bay family and maybe even pick up a trail buddy.  

Youth hostels in Drift Bay are the best way to see the sights without losing your savings. Perks can include free Wi-Fi, free breakfast, and options for private rooms and bathrooms. Some hostels also include common areas where you can cook and share meals together, reheat leftovers, or just gather around to swap stories. The manager is likely a local who will be able to suggest new spots in Drift Bay for you to visit. Take your new best friends and get going. Drift Bay isn’t going to explore itself.

Drift Bay Hostels essential information

Accommodation
10 Hostels
Lowest Price
$80
Highest Price
$267
Popular accommodation
LyLo Queenstown, Haka House Queenstown Lakefront, Nomads Queenstown Backpackers, Tahuna Pod Hostel, The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers, The Black Sheep Backpackers, Haka House Queenstown, Absoloot Hostel Queenstown, Lakeside Backpackers