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14 Saf. - 16 Saf.
In two weeks
21 Saf. - 23 Saf.
In one month
7 Rab. I - 9 Rab. I
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4 Rab. II - 6 Rab. II

Compare 11 Hostels in Drift Bay with updated reviews, rates, and availability.

LyLo Queenstown
Exterior

LyLo Queenstown

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (616)
"So convenient. Helpful staff"
The price is SAR 420
SAR 483 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
LyLo Queenstown
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
Exterior

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (680)
"Was very impressed, considering it’s a backpackers, it was very quiet! Would definitely stay here again, location was great"
The price is SAR 387
SAR 447 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront
Room

Haka House Queenstown Lakefront

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (48)
"I have had the opportunity of staying at this Haka House a few times and the staff is always so kind and helpful. The cleanliness is almost impeccable. I must say I did not enjoy my stay in a mixed 8 people dorm as much as the female 4 or mixed 4 or even the 2 person dorm because of the unbelievable lack of respect of so many people concerning night time noise, odours, lack of hygiene, having the sound and notifications on their phones loud all evening and night long. You’d think it was common...
The price is SAR 414
SAR 483 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
Shared kitchen

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (122)
"A+ . Location, friendly, renovated and amazing other travelers who connected perfection to make memories "
The price is SAR 459
SAR 528 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
Tahuna Pod Hostel
Room

Tahuna Pod Hostel

1.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (180)
"clean and great location"
The price is SAR 743
SAR 854 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Tahuna Pod Hostel
Haka House Queenstown
Living area

Haka House Queenstown

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (263)
"The service is good"
The price is SAR 361
SAR 415 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Haka House Queenstown
The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
Front of property

The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (81)
"Showers were leaking downstairs but good otherwise"
The price is SAR 260
SAR 302 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb
The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
The Black Sheep Backpackers
Exterior detail

The Black Sheep Backpackers

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (55)
"The keyless code system worked well. Staff were friendly and helpful. Comfortable, good facilities, and very convenient to the centre of town and bus routes"
The Black Sheep Backpackers
Lakeside Backpackers
Room

Lakeside Backpackers

2.0 star property
6.6 out of 10, (11)
"It was a good place to stay for a night. "
Lakeside Backpackers
Adventure Q2 Hostel
Front of property

Adventure Q2 Hostel

2.0 star property
Adventure Q2 Hostel
Adventure Queenstown Hostel
Exterior

Adventure Queenstown Hostel

2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Great Hostel, really clean and well organized for our after hours arrival. Had wished a bit more info on where to park due to no onsite parking available in the busy city centre of Queenstown."
Adventure Queenstown Hostel
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La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Exterior

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1033)
"Good location - just a 15 minute drive into Queenstown. Lots of restaurants nearby as well. Very friendly staff and very comfy beds. "
The price is SAR 514
SAR 592 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
View from property

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1262)
"A little bit of a hall to get the luggage up to the room without an elevator, but other than that, enjoyed our stay."
The price is SAR 614
SAR 708 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Highview Apartments
Front of property

Highview Apartments

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (486)
"Exceptional place to stay - room spacious and wonderful view of the lake. It has a steep hill to walk up from the town centre - but not bad. Did expect the rooms to be serviced for the price you pay to stay? "
The price is SAR 730
SAR 840 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Highview Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Drift Bay?
Good weather’s always better when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 55°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 37°F. Average annual precipitation for Drift Bay is 59 inches.
What is there to see and do in Drift Bay?
Get out into nature with places like Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown Gardens, and Queenstown Beach. Cultural attractions include Queenstown Arts Centre, Toi o Tahuna, and Off The Wall Gallery. Locals like to shop at Queenstown Mall and Steamer Wharf.
What's the best way to get to and around Drift Bay while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Drift Bay in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN), located 5.7 mi (9.2 km) away from the city center.