Base QueenstownvsAlpine Lodge Backpackers
Both Alpine Lodge Backpackers and Base Queenstown are endorsed by professionals. Overall, Base Queenstown is preferred by most reviewers compared to Alpine Lodge Backpackers. Base Queenstown comes in at #26 in Queenstown with praise from 2 sources including DK Eyewitness, Rough Guide.
Base Queenstown
49 Shotover St, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
From $11/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Multilingual
DK Eyewitness
"Backpacker accommodation in the heart of Queenstown, right on the main street near bars and restaurants."
Rough Guide
"Massive (300-plus beds), lively hostel with an inadequate kitchen, but that doesn’t matter because you’ll probably end up eating and drinking in their bar."
Alpine Lodge Backpackers
13 Gorge Rd., Queenstown, New Zealand
From $13/night
- Free Internet
- Laundy Room
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
- Baggage storage
- Sun terrace
Lonely Planet
"Friendly, smaller hostel with international staff who’ve experienced every adventure activity on offer around town."
Rough Guide
"Small and welcoming hostel with separate movie and quiet lounges."