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KAYAK’s insights for hostels in Queenstown

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Queenstown with confidence.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in Queenstown?

Thursday offers the lowest rates in Queenstown, with an average nightly price of $73. The highest prices are found on Monday, with average rates at $248.

How early should you book a hostel in Queenstown?

Book at least 53 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Queenstown hostel.

How much is a Queenstown hostel?

Here are our most popular & best value hostels

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Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

May
December
$92
$81
Cheapest month to stay with an average 72% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 468% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Queenstown hostel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hostel in Queenstown, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced hostels in Queenstown in May and June.
  • Hostel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best hostel deals in Queenstown if you stay on a Thursday. The most expensive day for hostel bookings is Monday.
  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 37 days before your stay to get the best price for a Queenstown hostel.
  • The cheapest 3-star hostel in Queenstown found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $165, while the most expensive was $192.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hostel in Queenstown for 2 days.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Queenstown

  • What are the best hostels near Queenstown Beach?

    Queenstown Beach is a popular area in Queenstown and there are many hostels closeby. Check out Absoloot Hostel Queenstown or Lylo Queenstown for hostels recommended by KAYAK that are within walking distance of Queenstown Beach.

  • How much is a hostel in Queenstown for tonight?

    The best price a KAYAK user has found for a 3-star hostel in Queenstown in the last 3 hours was $28 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was $32. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is $28.

  • How much is a hostel in Queenstown for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, KAYAK users have booked Queenstown hostel for this weekend for as low as $35. Users have also found 3 star hotels from $45 and 4-star plus hotels from $36.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Queenstown?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Queenstown is $144 compared to $254 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in Queenstown?

Our map will help you find the perfect hostel in Queenstown by showing you the exact location of each hostel

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