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Reviews of Tahuna Pod Hostel 4.5 stars

11 Henry Street, 9300 Queenstown, New Zealand

#30 of 88 hotels in Queenstown

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Review score

Based on 836 hostel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free WiFi

    9.1

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  • Reviewed: 26 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Female only 5 Bed Dorm with Ensuite – Queen Pod
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

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    Lovely reception crew. Clean facilities, comfortable pods.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2025

    10
    The best hostel im Queenstown
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Female only 5 Bed Dorm with Ensuite – Queen Pod
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The best hostel I’ve ever stayed. Very clean facilities and comfy beds. The stuff is super helpful and nice. Thanks Linda for amazing suggestions for hiking and biking routes - you made my stay unforgettable 😍

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2025

    8.0
    Excellent hotel. Some staff re-training seems to be required.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4 Bed Mixed Dorm – Single Pod
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I encountered - failed to encounter, really - a staff member who just couldn't be found. No idea where she took herself off to, but I wasted a whole hour sitting in front of the unattended front desk waiting for her to reappear.

    This was my second time staying here. It's surprisingly quiet given that there are four beds in each room. The beds are big and comfortable. I have no complaints about the hotel itself.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2025

    8.0
    Quiet, good pod hostel.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • 4 Bed Mixed Dorm – Single Pod
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bit hard to find the car park.

    Locations nice. Comfortable bed. Cleanness.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 May 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4 Bed Mixed Dorm – Queen Pod
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Great location, helpful staff on arrival, and it's wonderful meeting travelers for all over the world.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2025

    10
    Highly recommend this hostel with parking !
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Private 6 Bed Dorm with toilet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing !

    Location was less than 5 mins from airport bus stop and a block away from AVIS where we have to pick up our rental car. The kitchen have everything you need to cook your own meal. Highly recommend!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4 Bed Mixed Dorm – Single Pod
    • Stayed 1 night

    It's a shared room so it is expected that there will be noise. The 4 BR Pod comes with a kitchenette so when people cook, expect that there are certain food that have distinctive smell. It's not like waking up to the smell of fresh brewed coffee.

    Gorgeous staff, men and women. They're really cool. Young and vibrant and one of the most accommodating front desk personnel I've met. I forgot their names tho coz I'm in my 50s lol. Recommend for big groups of 4 or 5 so you can take the whole 5 bedroom pod. There's a kitchenette and a balcony where you can chill and you don't have to worry about bothering someone when cook or making too much noise.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Private Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, really friendly and accommodating staff, excellent facilities!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Private Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, really friendly and accommodating staff, excellent facilities!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2025

    10
    Perfect place for backpackers in Queenstown.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4 Bed Mixed Dorm – Single Pod
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sometimes, the toilet/shower is a bit messy in our floor but still manageable since it is a common area (the one that I booked).

    I really like the room that I booked, it is very comfortable even it is for sharing. I still have privacy even if I have other roommates. The staff is really accommodating and explains thoroughly the property ameneties. The place is located in the quiet side of the city and I can sleep well. It is just a few minute walk to the city centre and very accessible. The common area such as lobby and kitchen is pretty nice and there are a lot of toilets/showers. The locker storage is huge and even the biggest size luggage can fit into it. Overall, I enjoyed staying in this place. I would definitely recommend this property if you are looking for a reasonable price in Queenstown.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2025

    8.0
    Great facilities & chill vibes in the heart of Queenstown.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 8 Bed Mixed Dorm with toilet – Single Pod
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The doors leading to and from the dorm room were extremely heavy and are impossible to close quietly. Every time someone entered or exited the room, you knew about it. I stayed in an 8-bed dorm, 4 lockers were located inside the room (beds A-D) and 4 lockers were located outside the room (beds E-H) which meant the door was constantly being opened or closed as people went between the beds and the lockers. The en-suite bathroom had a light that was on a (very short) timer and the light would go off quite a bit, not the end of the world but annoying when you’re trying to brush your teeth or sitting on the toilet.

    The location is amazing, steps away from Queenstown CBD and the waterfront, walking distance to bus stops, supermarket, and start of several hiking trails. I stayed in an 8-bed dorm (queen pod) and the bed was quite comfy! The kitchen was well-equipped and had lots of storage space for dry food and several fridges as well.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2025

    10
    Enjoyable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Female only 5 Bed Dorm with Ensuite – Single Pod
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing comes to mind

    Very clean, friendly staff, comfy bed and room, clean bathroom and toilets, beautiful balcony to enjoy coffee, and loved the common area and kitchen also.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 8 Bed Mixed Dorm with toilet – Single Pod
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent hostel. A lot more peaceful and clean than other hostels in the area. The best hostel I stayed in during 3 months of traveling in NZ.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2025

    10
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Female only 5 Bed Dorm with Ensuite – Single Pod
    • Stayed 1 night

    Parking is limited, paid parking available nearby

    The room and common areas are comfortable, and having a private bathroom in the room is a thoughtful touch, especially for guests staying in the female-only room

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2025

    10
    Wonderful staff, comfortable bed
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 5 Bed Mixed Dorm with Ensuite – Queen Pod
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Reception staff at night and the next morning were incredible. Called late on my arrival date due to a diverted flight and they easily accommodated my late check in, reception guy even carrying my suitcase up all the stairs which was lovely Bed was super comfortable, plenty of storage for belongings

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Private 4 Bed Dorm – Single Pods
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathrooms and kitchen are shared facilities but it is kept very clean and tidy. Room space are a bit tight but location is good within walking distance to town centre. Nothing luxury but good value for money.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2025

    10
    Comfortable and cozy, would highly recommend this hostel to anyone visiting Queenstown.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4 Bed Mixed Pod with kitchenette and Deck - Queen Pod
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    One of the nicest hostels in Queenstown! The beds are very comfortable and the pod set up is cozy. It felt like a home rather than a hostel.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2025

    10
    Great and comfy balance between communal living and privacy
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 8 Bed Mixed Dorm with toilet – Single Pod
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great layout for a hostel, good balance between communal living and privacy!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2025

    9.0
    My 2 night stay in Queenstown
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4 Bed Mixed Dorm – Queen Pod
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's expensive.

    The staff, particularly Amelia, who assisted me with so many things and made my stay terrific.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2025

    9.0
    My overnight stay in Queenstown.
    • Solo traveller
    • 4 Bed Mixed Dorm – Queen Pod
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Expensive, though Queenstown is expensive.

    The friendly staff, facilities and location.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2025

    9.0
    I would happily stay there again next time I’m trekking in NZ.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4 Bed Mixed Dorm – Single Pod
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, only a few minutes walk to the shops. Very clean rooms and bathrooms (which is amazing given they were all shared)…the staff must work hard to keep them so clean. Beds were comfortable and best of all, long enough for someone tall like me. The free baggage storage service was a godsend.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2025

    8.0
    If you like a pod hotel, Tahuna is a good bet for a Queenstown stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4 Bed Mixed Pod with kitchenette and Deck - Queen Pod
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I was only at Tahuna for two nights, and found no real problems at all.

    Tahuna is a well-positioned place to stay in QT, and the pod format is well executed. The place is clean and smart, and the self-caterers are well provided for (I didn't self-cater). My pod room had an outside terrace with a good view of the town and beyond.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2025

    10
    Fantastic stay in the centre of Queenstown!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Private 4 Bed Dorm with Kitchenette and deck
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Awesome Penthouse Suite! Fantastic location and super comfy beds :)

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 8 Bed Mixed Dorm with toilet – Single Pod
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The showers could be a bit bigger, but they worked pretty well.

    The cleanliess of the hostel, with the main areas well equiped and modern, as well as the location with awesome views to the whole city. The staff was extremely helpful and attentive to the guests.

    Stayed in April 2025

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