The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Staff

9.3

The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers is located in Queenstown. Free WiFi access is available and you can enjoy mountain views from the rooms. At The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers you will find barbecue facilities and a shared kitchen. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge. The hostel is 1640 feet from Skyline Gondola and Luge, 2297 feet from Shotover River and 3.6 mi from AJ Hackett Bungy Jumping - Kawarau Bridge. The property offers LIMITED parking, which is on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking is located in the front and back of the hostel. With regards to parking at the back, the hostel recommends guests get out of their vehicles to check for space first before driving down, as this area can be a little narrow for some to drive comfortably. All of the properties dorm rooms have personal lockers with built-in power points so you can charge your electronic gadgets in total security. We also have USB plugs next to each dorm bed as well as a reading light. FREE padlocks are available to borrow.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Laundry

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Queenstown, this property has an excellent location score of 9.1!

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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See what guests loved the most:

Gilad
Israel Israel
“The staff was very nice, the room, bed, and facilities were great, and the location was perfect, just near the city center.”
Wassim
Algeria Algeria
“José from Brazil at reception helped me with securing lower bunk , organizing my time and tours Hostel is nice , car parking for the rental I had Location was good Highly recommend”
Isabela
Brazil Brazil
“The staff are nice and helpful. They have a living room where you can watch movies or just relax. The sofa is really comfortable.”
Sarah
New Zealand New Zealand
“Location is close to the main centre. The room is new and cabin-like setting.”
Tisanan
Thailand Thailand
“Hostel location is not far from downtown and close to FreshChoice supermarket. The kitchen is big and clean. Also they have enough equipment for everyone to cook. Toilet is clean too but they should have more rooms for toilet. They have storage...”
Theresa
United States United States
“The staff were super helpful, from helping me find a parking spot to recommending eateries”
Dre
United States United States
“The Flaming Kiwi is a great place to meet amazing people and, above all, to relax. You can do both here! The first time I stayed was in 2016, and I’ve been coming back ever since. The hostel has everything you need, and the staff is absolutely...”
Arnold
United States United States
“Perfectly located to get around Queenstown. Did the Ben Lomond Peak Trail to the summit via the Tiki Trail which starts just down the road from the hostel (only hike I didn't have to drive to). Clean, with a common room more like someone's home...”
Alexandra
Canada Canada
“Super friendly and clean hostel. Lots of things going on but easy to find a spot to chill too. The beds have mini privacy curtains on them that are about 1/3 of the bed so you get a bit of personal space. Little reading light and 2 outlets. Good...”
Diogo
Australia Australia
“Super nice staff Ridiculously close to the town centre”

Area info

Amenities of The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers

Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Laundry

House rules

The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

On-site parking is available for limited cars.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

We have been advised by the Queenstown Lakes District Council that major wastewater infrastructure works will be carried out on Robins Road, where the hostel is located.

As part of these works, both lanes of Robins Road will be closed up to Hamilton Road (directly opposite the hostel) from mid-January through to early April. Following Easter, the road will reopen to one-lane traffic, with traffic management in place, until late May 2026.

Vehicle access for affected properties within the work zone will be maintained via the northern end of Robins Road, near the Hamilton Road intersection.

Construction will take place Monday to Friday between 7:30am and 5:30pm. Some Saturdays may also be impacted, and there may be brief periods of night work.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Unfortunately, these works are beyond our control.

Please inform The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

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