Title: Lakeside Backpackers Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Lakeside Backpackers Travelers connect over barbecues and TV shows at this Queenstown hostel where convenient amenities make backpacking more comfortable ## Photo gallery for Lakeside Backpackers ![6 Beds Female Dormitory | Living room - Lakeside Backpackers (Queenstown)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46190000/46183300/46183266/aa8a8ab0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area - Lakeside Backpackers (Queenstown)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46190000/46183300/46183266/5e641766.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![6 Beds Female Dormitory | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle - Lakeside Backpackers (Queenstown)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46190000/46183300/46183266/b66b3362.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![6 Beds Mixed Dormitory | Lake view - Lakeside Backpackers (Queenstown)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46190000/46183300/46183266/9993b1e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Lakeside Backpackers (Queenstown)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46190000/46183300/46183266/ae01b092.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Lakeside Backpackers offers a lively base in Queenstown City Centre with practical comforts for budget travelers. Guests can use in-room WiFi, park for free, and access laundry facilities and barbecue grills. The staff earns praise for their helpfulness. ## Reviews 6.6 ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Laundry room - Housekeeping - Kitchen £149 includes taxes & fees 25 Feb - 26 Feb ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-16&endDate=2026-02-17&selected=46183266&PinnedHotelID=46183266&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-16&endDate=2026-02-17&selected=46183266&PinnedHotelID=46183266&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=46183266&PinnedHotelID=46183266&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-17&endDate=2026-02-18&selected=46183266&PinnedHotelID=46183266&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=46183266&PinnedHotelID=46183266&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=46183266&PinnedHotelID=46183266&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=46183266&PinnedHotelID=46183266&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=46183266&PinnedHotelID=46183266&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 2 beds 1 bed Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Twin Room ![Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46190000/46183300/46183266/ae01b092.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room ### Highlights Heating Electric kettle Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for 6 Beds Mixed Dormitory ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46190000/46183300/46183266/1d27252f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 6 Beds Mixed Dormitory ### Highlights Heating Separate bedroom Electric kettle Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for 6 Beds Female Dormitory ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46190000/46183300/46183266/1d27252f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 6 Beds Female Dormitory ### Highlights Heating Electric kettle Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for 8 Beds Mixed Dormitory ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46190000/46183300/46183266/482b373c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 8 Beds Mixed Dormitory ### Highlights Heating Electric kettle Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FQueenstown-Hotels-Lakeside-Backpackers.h46183266.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FQueenstown-Hotels-Lakeside-Backpackers.h46183266.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Queenstown City Centre, a neighbourhood in Queenstown, Lakeside Backpackers is in the entertainment district. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Wakatipu and Queenstown Beach, while Toi o Tahuna and Queenstown Arts Centre are cultural highlights. Underwater Observatory and CaddyShack City Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing. [Visit our Queenstown travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown.dx180018) [View more Hostels in Queenstown](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hostels.d180018-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-45.03461%2C168.65396&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QLJHcnNE_tJ7GrNvcGtFvYzdEYI=) 18a Lake Esplanade, Queenstown, 9300 ### What's nearby - ![Steamer Wharf showing boating, a bay or harbour and a marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125834/86491cad-3338-440c-afd0-4200eb84d23d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Steamer Wharf 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![TSS Earnslaw Steamship featuring picnicking, a bay or harbour and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502449/a0ff21e5-075f-489f-9414-d9d4db465831.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) TSS Earnslaw Steamship 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Landscape of Queenstown, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532608300/febababa-a228-4cc5-b1c7-c2b9b2c8b9af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Queenstown Mall 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Kiwi and Birdlife Park featuring signage, zoo animals and bird life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110690/f8a75ef2-9ccf-4a29-94ab-251a286e6c26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kiwi and Birdlife Park 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Skyline Gondola which includes a bay or harbour and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502443/82b666ed-65dd-4e7f-9f62-ae9c46c2c37a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Skyline Queenstown 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles ### Getting around - Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.) 10 min drive ### Restaurants - Fergburger 7 min walk - Patagonia Chocolates 7 min walk - Smiths Craft Beer House 6 min walk - Saigon Kingdom 4 min walk - Finz 4 min walk ## About this property ### Lakeside Backpackers Hostel located in Queenstown City Centre Lakeside Backpackers provides amenities, such as an airport shuttle and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - Tour/ticket information, luggage storage and a TV in reception - Barbecues Room features All guest rooms at Lakeside Backpackers have amenities, such as free WiFi. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Airport shuttle available - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Things to do - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Picnic area ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Shared bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Shared kitchen access - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Heating - Iron/ironing board on request - Shared accommodation ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The property charges 3.15 per cent for credit card payments The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.15 per cent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Cashless transactions are available On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome Safety features at this property include a security system and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts A car is not required for transport to and from this property This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services. ### Property is also known as Lakeside Backpackers Queenstown Lakeside Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Lakeside Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Queenstown ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lakeside Backpackers pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Lakeside Backpackers? ### How much is parking at Lakeside Backpackers? ### What time is check-in at Lakeside Backpackers? ### What time is check-out at Lakeside Backpackers? ### Where is Lakeside Backpackers located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Lakeside Backpackers Reviews 6.6 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 6.0 Cleanliness ### 6.4 Amenities ### 6.0 Staff & service ### 5.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 4 2 - Terrible 2 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jared 9 Feb 2026 Liked: Cleanliness Great value for money. Awesome location. Facilities are old and dated but certainly provided an authentic experience. Really appreciate the flexibility to check in late. Ideal if you are in transit after a hike and need a one night lay over. ##### Jared Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026 ### 6/10 Okay #### Dominic 2 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service It was a good place to stay for a night. ##### Dominic Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Qingyi 5 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities I didn’t get email back about late checking. But some young man was there helping me to get key and carried my luggage up to the two staircases. ##### Qingyi Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Wai Shun Wilson 28 Aug 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities There's no on site parking for backpacker room even the app says "parking included". It's a dirty hostel but for the price and location you get what your paying for. I wouldn't stay there for more than just a sleep over night. ##### Wai Shun Wilson Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### brooke 20 Sept 2025 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Blanket was full of hair that was not mine ##### brooke Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Alexander 30 Sept 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Roome, kitchen and bathroom were dirty. Everything needs a deep cleaning.. ##### Alexander Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Uillians 14 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Good ##### Uillians Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### T G A Buma 7 Apr 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Absolute dump, don’t stay there Very run down and neglected property. But in a prime location. I would say the building will soon be bulldozed, so current operators are doing zero maintainence. Dirty and mouldy. Kitchen/Dining filthy. Kitchen sink tap fallen off. Absolute scum hole. Not recommended. Don’t know why Hotel.com lists this place. It is very substandard. ##### T G A Buma Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Shaked 17 Nov 2022 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Last resort hostel Went there only because I had no other option. It's far from the center and poorly maintained. I was offered hard drugs by the people who stayed there for a long time. Wouldn't go there, unless I have to. ##### Shaked Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022 ### 4/10 Poor #### Federico 7 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Staff & service No hospitality, before check in I wasn’t allowed to go to the toilet because it wasn’t check in time… weird ##### Federico Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### DIEGO 3 Jun 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities This is the worst hostel, the staff was really rude with me, I was asking for the manager or supervisor to complain about something and the guy that it was working was challenging me to do the complaint. I send an email to get some help but they didn’t reply to me. No space in the rooms to leave you luggage. Do not stay in this hostel ##### DIEGO ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 24 Mar 2025 So I stayed in a dorm. You are required to sign a sheet that says they aren't responsible for stolen items, however to get to the dorms it's a code that is laminated on the front counter so probably never changes and then there are no locks on the doors and no lockers in the room. They charge you to use the lockers in the small common area. So to me that is wrong to make guest sign something when anyone can walk in and take something of yours as the security is very low. Upon arrival I was told that I couldn't use the parking lot and I had to park on street (very busy street and it would have taken hours to find a free street parking spot. ) I had to show them on hotels.com where it said I could park on site and they did let me as long as they didn't need the spot. So it worked out. The kitchen was okay. It's really only as clean as the people using it leave it. Wasn't super clean, it wasn't well stocked but not scarce either. I stayed one night and it worked for that. I literally only booked here because of the advertised free parking. (So read carefully they may not offer the free parking option in the future) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Sophia 25 Nov 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities The room and living spaces were overall clean but the bathroom was not so much. The only light in the bathroom with the toilet was burnt out for the 4 days I was there and the 2nd toilet was out of order. The shower stalls were not the cleanest and the drains would not drain the best causing them to fill up and overflow if you didn't pay attention. The oven also does not work. I did cancel my nights at another hostel and stayed here 2 extra nights as I did feel very safe and street parking was overall decent. I would stay here again. A good price for what you get. ##### Sophia Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 14 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness 位置極佳, 價錢平. 呢個價錢就冇得要求咁多 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Bärbel 14 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness Preis Leistung stimmt definitv. Die Betten waren bequem . Uns war die Küche nicht sauber genug. Essen wollten wir da nicht sind aber sonst auch eher im Motel und das vielleicht nicht gewöhnt. ##### Bärbel Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### NOPPORN 23 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service ##### NOPPORN Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 8 Aug 2024 Liked: Property conditions & facilities ##### Paul Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 9 Mar 2024 ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Evian-les-Bains](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Evian-Les-Bains-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d5884-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Cheap Hotels in Larnaca](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Larnaca-Hotels-Budget-Hotels.0-0-d6051504-tBudgetHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [5 Star Hotels in Frodsham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Frodsham-Hotels.s50-0-d6126073.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Southam](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Southam-Hotels.d6144873.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hunters Moon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunedin-Hotels-Hunters-Moon.h9627953.Hotel-Information) > > [Villas Sami](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sami-Villas.d6034168-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotels in Alicante](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alicante-Hotels.d356.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [hyatthotels Hotels in Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Hyatt-Hotels.0-0-d6069845--bHyattHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels with Pool in Cappadocia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cappadocia-Hotels-Hotels-With-Pool.0-0-d6054888-tHotelswithPool.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Cabin Rentals Mauritius](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mauritius-Cabins.d115-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Spa Hotels in March](https://www.expedia.co.uk/March-Hotels-Spa-Hotels.0-0-d6142985-tSpaHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Pen-y-bryn Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-Pen-Y-Bryn-Lodge.h4478647.Hotel-Information) > > [Cheap Hotels in London City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-City-Centre-London-Hotels-Budget-Hotels.0-n6195474-0-tBudgetHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Princess Quay Shopping Center](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Princess-Quay-Shopping-Center-Hotels.0-l6271689-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels with Pool in Lagos](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels-Hotels-With-Pool.0-0-d5292-tHotelswithPool.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [SriLankan Airlines](https://www.expedia.co.uk/SriLankan-Airlines-Flights.cUL.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Shanghai (PVG) to Frankfurt (FRA)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/pvg/fra/shanghai-to-frankfurt) > > [Flights from Dhaka (DAC) to Jessore (JSR)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/dac/jsr/dhaka-to-jessore) > > [Flights from Liverpool (LPL) to Nice (NCE)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lpl/nce/liverpool-to-nice) ### Cars > [Car hire in North Walsham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-North-Walsham.d6023730.Car-Hire-Guide) ### General > [Visit Tresses](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tresses.dx6048543) > > [Visit Warminster](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Warminster.dx5461) > > [Visit Otranto](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Otranto.dx602953) > > [Visit Bournville](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Bournville.dx6231042) ---