--- title: "Base Backpackers Queenstown, Queenstown | StayVersus" description: "Base Backpackers Queenstown in Queenstown: rated 7.3 by guests, 2-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side." url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/base-backpackers-queenstown-queenstown/ language: en source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com) retrieved: 2026-10-13 --- Hostel · ★★ # Base Backpackers Queenstown Queenstown Hill, Queenstown, New Zealand 7.3 · Good 590 reviews · #119 #119 of 119 in Queenstown · 8.7 Location score ## About Base Backpackers Queenstown Base Backpackers Queenstown is a hostel in Queenstown Hill, Queenstown, New Zealand. It holds a 2-star rating. Guests rate it 7.3 out of 10 across 590 reviews. Facilities include bar, free wi-fi. It is 900 m from the centre of Queenstown. The nearest beach is 140 m away. The nearest airport, Queenstown Airport (ZQN), is 7.1 km away. - **Type:** Hostel - **Star rating:** ★★ - **Check-in from:** 14:00 - **Check-out until:** 10:00 - **Rooms:** 64 - **Floors:** 3 - **Smoking:** Smoke-free property - **Other stays within 500 m:** 49 49 Shotover Street ## How Base Backpackers Queenstown scores Better rated than 1% of hotels in Queenstown - Guest rating **7.3** - Location **8.7** - Facilities **4.2** - Families **1.0** - Spa & wellness **0.0** - Beach access **9.9** Queenstown average ## Amenities ### Food & drink - Breakfast - Bar ### Leisure - Terrace - Nightclub ### Internet - Free Wi-Fi ### Services - Car hire - Concierge - Laundry - Luggage storage ### In the rooms - Air conditioning - Kitchen - Balcony ### Policies - Smoke-free Based on the property listing at our booking partner. ## Location - **Location score:** **8.7**/10 - **Walk grade:** **81**/100 Good for walkers - **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **150** - **Sights within 1 km:** **3**
Nearest beach140 m2 min walk
Nearest airportQueenstown Airport (ZQN)7.1 km16 min drive
Distance to the centreQueenstown900 m15 min walk
### Sights nearby - Fear Factory Queenstown30 m - Odyssey Sensory Maze50 m - Kiwi Park Queenstown440 m ## Base Backpackers Queenstown: in detail Experience an abundance of unparalleled facilities and features at Base Backpackers Queenstown. Share your photos and respond to emails at your convenience, thanks to the free Wi-Fi internet access offered by hostel. Should you require transportation to or from the airport, hostel is able to organize it prior to your arrival date. Experience the wonders of Queenstown with ease by utilizing the services provided at car hire. Reception services such as concierge service, express check-in or check-out and luggage storage are available to accommodate your requirements. Should you desire access to the top entertainment in the city, assistance can be provided by the hostel's tours. Traveling with minimal baggage is achievable at Base Backpackers Queenstown, as the hostel's laundromat and laundry service ensures your garments stay fresh. Room amenities feature daily housekeeping, allowing you to unwind and make the most of your visit. The hostel maintains a completely smoke-free zone, providing a breathable atmosphere. Smoking is limited to specified smoking zones. Each accommodation at Base Backpackers Queenstown is thoughtfully created and adorned to provide visitors with a comfortable, home-like atmosphere. In select rooms of the hostel, guests can enjoy the advantage of having air conditioning available for their convenience. At Base Backpackers Queenstown, the uniquely tailored rooms provide a configuration choice resembling a balcony or terrace. In select rooms, guests can enjoy a touch of amusement with the availability of television for their entertainment. Rest assured, in a few chosen rooms, the presence of a refrigerator can be found. Understanding the significance of bathroom amenities in enhancing guest contentment, the hostel offers a hair dryer within certain chosen rooms. Embark on your holiday experience in the most ideal manner. Commence each morning of your visit with an on-site breakfast. Should you prefer not to venture out for a meal, the enticing culinary choices at hostel are always available for your satisfaction. Experience an amazing evening effortlessly! Have an enjoyable night without venturing beyond the premises at bar and nightclub. Throughout the day and evening, grab a bite to eat from hostel's self-service vending machines whenever you please. Should you be particularly discerning in your dining choices, you will surely appreciate having access to the on-site shared kitchen provided at this location. Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at Base Backpackers Queenstown. Experience daily skiing adventures with convenient proximity to the on-site ski slopes and ski equipment rentals. ### Compare ## Compare Base Backpackers Queenstown with nearby hotels Similar hotels within 3 km. 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Base Backpackers Queenstown has a guest rating of 7.3 out of 10 from 590 reviews, which is better than 1% of rated hotels in Queenstown. ### What are the check-in and check-out times at Base Backpackers Queenstown? Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 10:00. ### Does Base Backpackers Queenstown include breakfast? Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book. ### How far is Base Backpackers Queenstown from the airport? The nearest airport, Queenstown Airport (ZQN), is 7.1 km away in a straight line. ### Is Base Backpackers Queenstown close to the beach? The nearest beach is 140 m from the hotel. ### How many rooms does Base Backpackers Queenstown have? Base Backpackers Queenstown has 64 rooms on 3 floors. Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. 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