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Southern Laughter BackpackersvsEichardt's Private Hotel
Both hotels are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Eichardt's Private Hotel scores significantly higher than Sir Cedrics Southern Laughter Backpackers. Eichardt's Private Hotel scores 89 with positive reviews from 5 publications including Afar Magazine, Lonely Planet and Frommer's.
Southern Laughter Backpackers
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
4 Isle Street, Queenstown, New Zealand
From $14/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Baggage storage
- Fireplace
Rough Guide "Split over three buildings with a surprisingly large variety of rooms and a free spa, this hostel makes up for not being flash by being friendly."
Lonely Planet "The friendly staff, free vegie soup and spa pool should at least put a smile on your face." Full review
Eichardt's Private Hotel
Concierge
Fodor's
Star Service
Afar Magazine
Mr & Mrs Smith
Hideaway Report
The Telegraph
Frommer's Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure Show All Reviews
Marine Parade, PO Box 1340, Queenstown, New Zealand
From $609/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Concierge "Built more than 150 years ago, when Queenstown was just a grubby lakeside mining town instead of the adventure-sport capital of the world, Eichardt's is the poshest waterfront hotel in town."
Fodor's "The staff is exceptionally helpful and can arrange anything from a massage to a helicopter ride." Full review
Star Service "This exquisite little boutique-hotel occupies one of the oldest buildings in the district right in the heart of the holiday capital's busy shopping area." Full review
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Among the perks are complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access, air-conditioning, complimentary minibars, flat-screen TVs, DVD and CD players (the staff has a library of titles to choose from), robes, slippers, hair dryers and irons.
Afar Magazine "A boutique hotel done in steampunk chic in the heart of Queenstown." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "Offering super-chic interiors and no-holds barred luxe, Queenstown's most historic haven – Eichardt's Private Hotel – has bagged the best spot on the lake for shoreside romance." Full review
Hideaway Report95.0
"Lakeside hotel within a restored historic residence in the heart of Queenstown’s lively waterfront shopping district." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
" Eichardt's singular formal elegance provides an extraordinary and welcome haven in the eye of Queenstown’s touristy hustle and bustle." Full review
Frommer's "On the most coveted bit of shoreline along the lake... awesome water vistas with the mountains shining in the distance. On property is the most happening bar in town." Full review
Lonely Planet "This restored hotel enjoys an absolute lakefront location. Each of the five giant suites has a fireplace, king-sized bed... and lake views." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Eichardt’s has long been the grande dame of Queenstown, located in a prime position in the city center...interiors exemplify modern opulence, with cozy fireplaces, plush furnishings"
