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LyLo Queenstown

5.0 star property
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, a quick walk to Lake Wakatipu

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave
Fridge, microwave
Private Single Pod in Female Only 8 Share Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
LyLo Queenstown provides travelers with a rooftop terrace perfect for taking in city views. Guests can use the laundry facilities, connect to WiFi, and receive assistance from multilingual staff who have earned praise from previous visitors for their helpfulness.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Queen - Ensuite

7.2 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Private Single Pod in 12 Share Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Single Pod in 12 Share Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Single Pod in 8 Share Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Private Single Pod in Female Only 8 Share Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Single Pod in Female Only 8 Share Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Queen Room with Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed, No Windows (Interior Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Single Pod in 4 Share Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Shared Dormitory (8 Pods Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Large Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In Private Single Pod In 4 Share Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Interior Twin Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Interior Family Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Accessible Family Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Ensuite with Balcony

  • Sleeps 4

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family 8 Pod Room

  • Sleeps 8

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Queen Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room Ensuite with Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Interior Queen Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In Private Single Pod In 8 Share Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 12 Beds Pod

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In Private Single Pod In Female Only 8 Share Room

  • Sleeps 1

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About the neighborhood

Located in Queenstown City Centre, a neighborhood in Queenstown, LyLo Queenstown is near the airport and near the beach. TSS Earnslaw Steamship and Skyline Queenstown are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Queenstown Gardens and Kiwi and Birdlife Park. Lake Wakatipu and Onsen Hot Pools are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take time off to check out the winery tours and health/beauty spa in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like ziplining and mountain biking nearby.
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47 Camp Street, Queenstown, 9300

What's nearby

  • Queenstown Mall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • TSS Earnslaw Steamship - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Queenstown Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kiwi and Birdlife Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Skyline Queenstown - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fergburger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪“Life’s a Grind” Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Beechtree - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gongcha - ‬2 min walk

About this property

LyLo Queenstown

Hostel near Lake Wakatipu
Located close to Kiwi and Birdlife Park and TSS Earnslaw Steamship, LyLo Queenstown provides a rooftop terrace, laundry facilities, and a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Concierge services, multilingual staff, and a vending machine
  • A billiards/pool table, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 52 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Communal kitchens and heating

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (NZD 30 per day); reservations required
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 15
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 15
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.00 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: NZD 30 per day(591 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 15 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 15 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.00 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

JUCY Snooze Queenstown Hostel
JUCY Snooze Hostel
JUCY Snooze Queenstown
LyLo Queenstown Queenstown

Frequently asked questions

Is LyLo Queenstown pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at LyLo Queenstown?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at LyLo Queenstown?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of NZD 15 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at LyLo Queenstown?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 15 (subject to availability).

Where is LyLo Queenstown located?

Located in Queenstown City Centre, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Lake Wakatipu, Kiwi and Birdlife Park, and Queenstown Gardens. Skyline Queenstown and TSS Earnslaw Steamship are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

LyLo Queenstown Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 336 out of 685 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 212 out of 685 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 685 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 685 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 685 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Convenient location, easy check in, and clean and modern
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lylo was great. If you get the breakfast package it’s a local bagel shop which is great. Super walkable to everything around!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

PONRAJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the design of the pods, as it has sufficient space and an unique style, compared to other hostels.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best location !! Right behind the bus to Remarkables !!!! So after a long day it is 20 feet to your hotel !!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was right it the city center, everything was walkable. Bus stop was 4 minute walk away and went straight to the airport. Lylo was very clean and the staff are very helpful and it has a roof top bar. Would recommend and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raquel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staffs!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Booked Lylo last year and booked it again this year. Tiny rooms but we were on the mountains half the time so it didn’t matter. Would book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

dong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Despite the situation that the shower water was cold at night, everything was nice!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was clean, it was ready for
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Hsin Hsing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I stayed here for a week. The hostel is always busy. The staff are friendly and informative. However, the kitchen is too small to accommodate all people. The hair dryer is not available 2 days during my stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kanta

It's good for short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a hotel for backpackers. They do have private rooms for us. Great location and modern.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

WEI-FEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This really nice place:)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very tiny and warm room. Common kitchen area was a little bit chaotic but really it did have all of your essential. The planned kitchen Reno should fix some of our issues for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ratan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for solo travelers
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value and facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Hitoka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was located in the center of Queenstown, so it was easy to go back and pick up some luggage.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely stay in my pod. Nice and quiet and comfy. Super convenient spot. Great facilities and lovely staff. Couldn’t be happier.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient. Lots of shopping/dining options nearby. Liked rooftop bar & lounge.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Erica

Liked: Amenities
We liked that the property was in a central location, clean and convenient. The staff were pleasant and hepful on the one occasion we had any interaction with them.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reuben

Good service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Short walk from bus station, great staff, comfortable bed and private.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

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