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Crowne Plaza Queenstown, An IHG HotelvsHippo Lodge Backpackers
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional travelers. On balance, Crowne Plaza Queenstown is the choice of most writers compared to Hippo Lodge Backpackers. Crowne Plaza Queenstown has a TripExpert Score of 78 with positive reviews from 2 sources such as Frommer's, Star Service.
Crowne Plaza Queenstown, An IHG Hotel
Frommer's
Star Service
Beach Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
From $103/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
"After a NZ$12-million upgrade in 2006–07, this central hotel has moved several notches higher in the style and service stakes." Full review
"Smiling staffers are attentive to arrivals, and even the housekeeping staffers give a cheery welcome in the hallways." Full review
Hippo Lodge Backpackers
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
4 Anderson Heights, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
From $24/night
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Free Parking
- Baggage storage
- Flatscreen TV
"A couple of suburban houses imaginatively converted into four sections, each with its own bathroom, kitchen and living area."
"Well-maintained, relaxed hostel with good views and a correspondingly high number of stairs." Full review