The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
39 Robins Road
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Why people book this hotel
“It was central, very warm and modern the facilities were excellent”
“Great location”
“The room was fine, amazing living room”
“The room looks clean, but there are over 20 people sharing 3 bathrooms, so somet…”
“Private cabin had everything we needed, super clean and comfortable”
“Good late check-in instruction, clean and good location”
“The staff member who welcomed us and conversed with us during our stay was a gre…”
“Amazing hostel with a super warm, social vibe – you instantly feel welcome, and …”
“The location is perfect, with free parking on site and roads around the hostel, …”
“The parking area is quite small, but we were still able to park when we arrived …”
Overview
The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers is located in Queenstown. Free WiFi access is available and you can enjoy mountain views from the rooms. At The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers you will find barbecue facilities and a shared kitchen. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge. The property offers free parking. The hostel is 500 metres from Skyline Gondola and Luge, 700 metres from Shotover River and 5.8 km from AJ Hackett Bungy Jumping - Kawarau Bridge.
Traveller reviews
Jasmine
couple
June 9, 2026
“I stayed for a few nights in total the accom was great staff were INCREDIBLE!! Nice, welcoming and so helpful! I felt ve”
It was central, very warm and modern the facilities were excellent
Stephen
couple
May 17, 2026
“asI stated before in my last comment....it met our needs”
The staff member who welcomed us and conversed with us during our stay was a great bloke. can't remember his name
Clare
solo_traveller
May 6, 2026
Great location. 5 minutes walk to town centre. Private cabin had everything we needed, super clean and comfortable.
Yu-Hsuan
solo_traveller
May 1, 2026
“A budget place to stay a night in busy Queenstown”
Good late check-in instruction, clean and good location
Vincent
solo_traveller
April 27, 2026
“Super friendly team, awesome vibes, best stay on my trip”
Amazing hostel with a super warm, social vibe – you instantly feel welcome, and there’s always something going on, whether it’s games, bingo, movies, or just hanging out and chatting in the kitchen or common area. Everything is very clean (the kitchen is even cleaned several times a day), and the staff are incredibly helpful, offering great tips as well as their own discounts for restaurants, bars, and activities like the Skyline Gondola. The location is perfect, with free parking on site and roads around the hostel, and it’s about a 10-minute walk to the Skyline Gondola, the town center, and the harbor. I loved it so much that I came back again just a few days later!
Hannah
solo_traveller
April 27, 2026
Everything - felt really cosy and sweet if you're looking for some home comfort in busy Queenstown!
niki
couple
April 25, 2026
The room was fine, amazing living room. Amazing location
hoi tung
extended_group
April 20, 2026
“For this price in Queenstown, it’s pretty good.”
The location is good — it’s close to the centre and within walking distance. The parking area is quite small, but we were still able to park when we arrived around 2 p.m., and got one of the last spots. The room looks clean, but there are over 20 people sharing 3 bathrooms, so sometimes you have to wait a long time, especially in the morning
Robert
couple
April 13, 2026
“Convenient stay close to the centre of Queenstown”
Great location, good amount of communal space. Beds in dorm were good size with plenty of storage and always clean.
Zoe
solo_traveller
April 1, 2026
Clean, tidy, comfortable, great location, other backpackers were respectful and quiet, staff were helpful and friendly! Will definitely be back!
Cho
solo_traveller
March 14, 2026
Friendly staff
devina
solo_traveller
March 12, 2026
Amazing stay, and it’s really convenient to go to city
Tomas
couple
March 4, 2026
“Amazing stay in Queenstown”
Super great small room with a very nice view. Very close to the shared bathroom. All perfect.
Danila
solo_traveller
February 28, 2026
Privacy curtains, Clean spacious bathrooms, bathrooms as ensuit, a lot of storage in the dorms, comfy chill-out area, enough space in the kitchens, ideal location
Michal
solo_traveller
February 7, 2026
Good location, friendly staff
Hafford
solo_traveller
January 27, 2026
Location excellent
Isabelle
solo_traveller
January 25, 2026
“Wouldn’t stay again”
Good size under bed storage and enough space in kitchen
Katrina
couple
January 20, 2026
“Great location but no parking”
Good location. Walkable to everything
Cerys
solo_traveller
January 20, 2026
“Great night manager, really comfy beds.”
I turned up quite late to the hostel but the overnight manager was lovely. He showed me around the hostel and even let me use his charger when I didn’t have mine.
Grant
solo_traveller
January 19, 2026
“Matches the brochure.”
Friendly helpful staff. Great location 5mins walk to town
Facilities
Activities
Skiing
Cleaning services
Laundry room
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
General
Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Safety deposit box, Heating, Designated smoking area
Internet
WiFi, Internet services, Free WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Sun terrace, BBQ facilities, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking
Street parking, Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Parking, Free parking
Safety & security
Key card access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers
Services
Laundry, Vending machine (drinks), Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Luggage storage
Ski
Ski storage
Queen Room
This queen room features a balcony, a locker with power sockets and access to shared bathroom and kitchen facilities.
Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom
The twin/double room includes a private bathroom equipped with a shower.
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