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Private double room at YHA Queenstown Central with reading lights and ensuite
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YHA Queenstown Central multishare bunkbeds
Family room at YHA Queenstown Central with double bed and bunks
YHA Queenstown Central shared dining room with view of Lake Wakatipu through balcony doors
YHA Queenstown Central dining area and lounge area
YHA Queenstown Central communal kitchen area
Guest relaxes in YHA Queenstown Central's shared lounge with TV and environmental information board
YHA Queenstown Central lounge and dining area
YHA Queenstown Central's shared lounge, TV and games room with lake views
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YHA Queenstown Central multishare bunkbeds ensuite
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Hostel Details & Location

Host: Sue Fairclough

Check in: 2:30 pm Check out: 10:00 am

Contact: +64 3 442 7400 Email this hostel

Reception: 7:00 am - 10:00 pm

Location: 48 Shotover Street,

Queenstown

In the heart of Queenstown

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How to get here

Find us on Shotover St next to the Night ‘n Day. There is no on-site parking and street parking is limited. Please have a chat to staff so they can direct you to the nearest carpark. The closest free parking is 15 minutes’ walk from the hostel and is subject to availability. It is highly advised to carry snow chains at all times during winter.

 

Shuttles: Pick up and drop off at the hostel is available, let your driver know upon boarding that your destination is YHA Queenstown Central on Shotover St.
Airport: Queenstown Airport is 8km from the hostel.
Bus from: The local Go Bus #1 leaves the airport every 15 minutes and will drop you to a nearby hotel that is a 2 minute walk to YHA Queenstown Central.

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overview

This hostel couldn’t be more aptly named – nestled between the Wakatipu lakefront and Shotover St it’s right in the rapidly beating heart of this famous little resort town of Queenstown. Everything is on your doorstep – cafes, bars, restaurants and the waterfront with all its activities.

Previously one of Queenstown's first hotels, YHA Queenstown Central enjoys stunning lake and mountain views from the shared lounge. All accommodation options feature ensuites and we have a huge selection of family rooms. Our staff are super-friendly and clued up about getting you the best possible deals on activities in Queenstown, which they’re happy to book for free on your behalf.

Please note there is no bike storage or onsite parking at the hostel.

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facilities

Guests love:

  • 5GB free WiFi per day
  • Fully-equipped kitchen
  • Free movies
Shared facilities:

  • 5GB free WiFi per day
  • Communal lounge
  • Communal dining area
  • Fully-equipped kitchen
  • Food storage area
  • Recycling stations
  • Drying room
  • 24 hour guest access
Entertainment and activities:

  • Games available
  • Book exchange
  • Communal TV
  • Free movies
Services:

  • Luggage storage options
  • Travel & activity bookings
  • HI bookings
  • Convenience items for sale
  • Hair dryers
  • Towel hire
In-hostel payment options:

  • EFTPOS
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Union Pay
  • New Zealand Dollars
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activities

Some of our Queenstown highlights:

  • Get your adrenaline up with a bungy jump, skydive, jetboat ride, luge or canyoning
  • In winter go skiing at nearby Coronet Peak, The Remarkables or Cardrona ski fields
  • Take a day trip from Queenstown to the magical Milford Sounds or Doubtful Sounds

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YHA Queenstown Central

In the heart of Queenstown

  • 5GB free WiFi per day
  • Fully-equipped kitchen
  • Free movies

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