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Southern Laughter Backpackers Hostel

6.8
Good (922 reviews) |
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Jun 03, 2025 - Jun 04, 2025
2 adults, 1 room
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Southern Laughter Backpackers Hostel Queenstown

Overview

  • free parking
  • free wifi
  • non-smoking rooms
  • laundry

Intro

Centrally located about a 5-minute walk from Kiwi and Birdlife Park, the popular Southern Laughter Backpackers Queenstown hostel features a shared lounge, various recreational opportunities, and a garden for guests' leisure. Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, the hostel is located around 3 km from Basket of Dreams Sculpture.

Rooms

Some rooms provide free wireless internet and a television to enhance guests' leisure time. Featuring towels, the private bathrooms are also fitted with a shower.

Location

Queenstown Mall welcomes shopping lovers 450 metres away, while AJ Hackett Bungy is only steps away from the Queenstown property. Queenstown Cemetery can be reached within 10 minutes' walk of Southern Laughter Backpackers hostel.

Eat

The World Bar & Restaurant is around 300 metres away. This Queenstown hostel has a shared kitchen.

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Rooms

Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Room size: 10 m2
Max capacity:
Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Room size: 10 m2
Max capacity:
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Facitilies

Rooms

  • Heating

Services

  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Relax

  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Skiing

Activities for Kids

  • Board games

Reviews

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  • Cleanliness 6.8
  • Comfort 6.8
  • Facilities 6.7
  • Free WiFi 6.4
  • Location 9.1
  • Total 6.8
  • Value for money 7.3
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Isaac

8.4/10
I loved the friendly atmosphere at the hotel, as I met many fellow travelers who were eager to share tips and help with cooking. The cleanliness of the common areas was impressive, and I appreciated the convenient location near local amenities.
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Richard

8.4/10
We loved the hotel's central location. It's a short walk to shops and the lakefront. The facilities were great, especially the hot tub and cozy common areas. Our room was clean and well-maintained.
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Samuel

8.6/10
I loved the central location of the hotel, as it was only a short walk to the lakefront and nearby restaurants. The staff were incredibly friendly and helped me book activities effortlessly.
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Michelle

8.2/10
We loved the friendly staff, who made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. The hotel was clean and well-maintained, and we appreciated the cozy communal areas, including a nice patio and spa pool. The location was great, just a short walk to local attractions, and we also enjoyed the complimentary breakfast that provided a nice start to our day.
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Location

4 Isle Street
Landmarks nearby
Restaurants nearby
Transportation
  • 1. Shotover Canyon Swing 310 m (1017 ft)
  • 2. Hetties Rock & Crystal Shop 240 m (787 ft)
  • 3. Kiwi and Birdlife Park 310 m (1017 ft)
  • 4. Fear Factory Queenstown 290 m (951 ft)
  • 5. Central Art Gallery Queenstown-Julia Milley 300 m (984 ft)
  • 6. William Gilbert Rees Statue 330 m (1083 ft)
  • 7. Queenstown Arts Centre 350 m (1148 ft)
  • 8. Queenstown Garden 1.01 km (3314 ft)
  • 9. Ivan Clarke Gallery 220 m (722 ft)
  • 10. Queenstown Mall 420 m (1378 ft)
  • 1. Smoked Out 310 m (1017 ft)
  • 2. Fergbaker 270 m (886 ft)
  • 3. Mrs Ferg Gelateria 270 m (886 ft)
  • 4. Sal's Authentic New York Pizza 260 m (853 ft)
  • 5. Fritz's Wieners Queenstown 200 m (656 ft)
  • 6. Malbas 180 m (591 ft)
  • 7. Habebes 310 m (1017 ft)
  • 8. Lord of the Fries 110 m (361 ft)
  • 9. The Hangi Hole 200 m (656 ft)
  • 1. Queenstown Athol Street 340 m (1115 ft)
  • 2. Stanley Street Hub A 490 m (1608 ft)
  • 3. Stanley Street Hub C 620 m (2034 ft)
  • 4. Blue Peaks 860 m (2822 ft)
  • 5. Queenstown Skyline Gondola 320 m (1050 ft)
  • 6. Skyline Gondola 580 m (1903 ft)
  • 7. Stanley Street Hub A 370 m (1214 ft)