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Base QueenstownvsBlack Sheep Backpackers
Both properties are highly recommended by travel writers. Overall, Base Queenstown ranks marginally higher than The Black Sheep Backpackers. Base Queenstown is ranked #26 in Queenstown with positive reviews from 2 publications such as DK Eyewitness, Rough Guide.
Base Queenstown
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
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."
Black Sheep Backpackers Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
13 Frankton Rd, Queenstown 9197, New Zealand
From $69/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Free Parking
Rough Guide "Licensed backpackers converted from a motel, with three- to seven-bed dorms, BBQ near the spa pool, a bar (4–10pm). Dorms $28, rooms 2, deluxe 3."
Lonely Planet "This place keeps younger social types happy with a spa, a pool table, and a truckload of DVDs." Full review
