The Flaming Kiwi is a fantastic place to stay, great facilities, great staff and a great place to meet others

Stayed in August 2025

1. Parking. Theres space just outside the backpackers, that im very grateful but the parking below, was very deceiving and the space is over tight. They should mention when its full or a staff to guide. My car got scratched. 2. The fridges (theres 3 to 4 in the house), all full. I had to leave my groceries in the car. But i think its a Queenstown thing. 3. Closing the kitchen at 10pm. I think the no further cooking instructions were okie but to not be able to use the tables there to do your own thing, was quite grr.. forced to sleep early? Lol. Minor grouse.

1. Ive always liked the backpacker, bunk-beds concept. 2. Ensuite - consistent hot water, which was great! 3. Clean room, ample space to put ur stuff. I didnt bring my luggage with me, just a backpack. 4. Sufficient bathrooms around the backpackers. 5. Comfortable living room the chairs were huge and comfy. Theres tv, games, books... keeps u well occupied. They have game nights, quiz nights.. very entertaining. 6. Location was superb, near town but not too close. Good walk to and fro. Peaceful location. 7. Great staff. Very smiley and friendly.

Stayed in July 2025

It was hard to use hair tools in the mirror as there was no close plug to the only mirror in the bathroom. The seam in the middle of the beds, I assume where the two single beds have been joined, was uncomfortable to lay on.

Location is excellent. Bed was comfy, room was clean and there is heater in the room. Shower was spacious and staff friendly and helpful.

Stayed in July 2025

Free parking is only 3 spaces and the street is usually fully parked up, so you have to walk a couple of minutes to park in another nearby residential street.

Nice, calm vibe at this hostel, esp. compared with the party hostels closer to the city centre. Still a good location though and appreciated the quiet neighbourhood. Comfy beds, plenty of kitchen space and equipment. The toilets and showers are good quality but a bit short on supply for the number of people, I had to wait more than once for a shower to free up. Cozy lounge area with a guitar.

Stayed in March 2025

1. The blanket is not too clean. 2. I wish there were a hairdryer in the bathroom. 3. Wifi connection is not good when you're in the room.

1. Room, bathroom and bed is big enough for me. 2. Kitchen and living room are nice. 3. Staffs are friendly.

Stayed in April 2025

No where near enough bathrooms, about 1 bathroom for 20-30 people makes it tough. It was fine for me but you have to carry your luggage up and down stairs.

The staff were fantastic, enough kitchen space. Great location, easy walking distance to town and where many activities are. Free parking available. The rooms are okay with enough storage space.

Stayed in April 2025

It is a little far out . At least 20 min walk to city centers

The staff were super helpful, from helping me find a parking spot to recommending eateries

Stayed in April 2025

dorm rooms are spacious, with cabinets for locking up valuables, clothes hanging area, clean spacious ensuite bathroom

Stayed in February 2025

Parking is limited, otherwise you're parking across and up Hamilton Road.

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 than a hostel. Light, charging point and place for small items, plus small curtain, at the head of the bed is a nice touch.

Stayed in February 2025

The wifi wasn’t working properly in my room

It is really close to the CBD

Stayed in February 2025

Some long term rooms lack air conditioning and smell like old sweat.

Loved the multiple kitchens

Stayed in February 2025

It would be great if Hostel has more parking lace.

Quiet place. Good cooking facility with frige.

Stayed in December 2024

Definitely need to upgrade on mattress and pillow, flat as a pancake

8min walk to centre of queenstown, free parking (first come basis) big rooms mine had a big ensuite too

Stayed in February 2025

The toilet gets too busy after 9 pm.

The location, bed and cleanliness

Stayed in February 2025

Really enjoyed my stay in the Kiwi Backpackers, which was a 5 minute walk to the centre. Bunk beds comfortable, shared spaces clean with good facilities. Staff attentive, it was great to meet like minded people of all ages in the accomodation.

Stayed in January 2025

Shower heads were pretty unacceptable, otherwise good value for the money

Stayed in February 2025

The horrible mattress: do something!! Number of toilets/ showers compared to the number of guests The fridges uncleaned for too much time

The staff, the location, the vibes, the number of kitchens, space enough in the small dorm

Stayed in January 2025

The staff were super friendly, helpful and good at cleaning. The hostel offered activities on an evening, we joined in with the outdoor yoga which was a great experience overlooking the mountains. The hostel had 3 kitchens and plenty of fridge and food storage. The location was a short walk from the centre of Queenstown.

Stayed in January 2025

Seriously? Nothing!

Bunk/cabin beds were comfortable with individual charging points and a lamp, plus a curtain for added privacy. The staff were lovely (thanks to Amelia for your advice), plus free yoga with the lovely Sophie! Kitchen was spotless and well-equipped. The vibe was chilled and friendly, and the hostel is located with a short walk into town, and there is the Ramon-factor! Loved my two nights there.

Stayed in January 2025

There are very few toilets/showers, which means you might need to wait for over an hour to use it while controlling who is in an out

Stayed in January 2025

I think the price could have been lower for what it was, but otherwise I enjoyed my stay.

The bathrooms and kitchens were super clean because the long-term stayers clean them daily, which is much appreciated. Everyone cleans up after themselves and there is a nice atmosphere. I really like that everyone got a big locker under their bed. There were some free activities too Location is great - 10 min from the centre of town/beach and 3 min from a supermarket.

Stayed in January 2025

They do have a couple parking spots but only like 4 so parking can be a bit tricky.

It has an amazing location with only a couple minutes walk into the town centre. Beds are quite comfortable and have little curtains. The showers are clean although the water pressure could be better.

Stayed in January 2025

Amazing people!

Stayed in January 2025

Location Room setup Facilities

Stayed in January 2025