The Black Sheep Backpackers

2.0 star property
Ski-in/ski-out hostel with free WiFi in Queenstown

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Property grounds
Property entrance
Shared fridge, microwave
Exterior detail
Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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13 Frankton Road, Queenstown, 9300
  • Place, Queenstown Gardens
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Queenstown Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Queenstown Mall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

King Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Triple Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, Mixed Dorm, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the area

Queenstown

Near the slopes.At this Queenstown City Centre hostel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Queenstown Gardens and Queenstown Beach. Queenstown Ice Arena and Church of St Peters are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Queenstown Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Queenstown Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Queenstown Mall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Skycity Queenstown Casino - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Skyline Queenstown - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cookie Time - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Novotel Queenstown Lakeside - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Odd Saint - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Elements Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Black Sheep Backpackers

Ski-in/ski-out hostel with free WiFi in Queenstown
The Black Sheep Backpackers offers its guests ski-in/ski-out access, a hot tub, and complimentary bicycles. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at The Black Sheep Backpackers.

This Queenstown hostel is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
The Black Sheep Backpackers offers 24 accommodations with hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Books
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 15
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are recommended to download the property's GOKI mobile app before check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours), private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: NZD 15 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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

Black Sheep Backpackers Hostel Queenstown
Black Sheep Backpackers Hostel
Black Sheep Backpackers Queenstown
Black Sheep Backpackers
The Black Sheep Backpackers Queenstown
The Black Sheep Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation