Hippo Lodge BackpackersvsBase Queenstown
Hippo Lodge Backpackers and Base Queenstown are both endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Base Queenstown scores marginally higher than Hippo Lodge Backpackers. Base Queenstown comes in at #26 in Queenstown with approval from 2 sources like Rough Guide, DK Eyewitness.
Hippo Lodge Backpackers
4 Anderson Heights, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
From $24/night
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Free Parking
- Baggage storage
- Flatscreen TV
Rough Guide
"A couple of suburban houses imaginatively converted into four sections, each with its own bathroom, kitchen and living area."
Lonely Planet
"Well-maintained, relaxed hostel with good views and a correspondingly high number of stairs." Full review
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."