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The Black Sheep Backpackers

2.0 star property
Ski-in/ski-out hostel with hot tub

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave
Property entrance
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lounge

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Double Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Mixed Dorm, Mountain View

Highlights

Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

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Twin Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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King Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Triple Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
13 Frankton Road, Queenstown, 9300

What's nearby

  • Queenstown Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Queenstown Mall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • TSS Earnslaw Steamship - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kiwi and Birdlife Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Skyline Queenstown - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cookie Time - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rata - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Black Sheep Backpackers

Hostel near Skyline Queenstown
A terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room are just a few of the amenities provided at The Black Sheep Backpackers. Hit the slopes at this hostel featuring ski-in/ski-out access. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and laundry facilities.
Additional perks include:
  • Free bicycle rentals, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and a reception hall
  • Evening entertainment, outdoor furniture, and a computer station
Room features
All guestrooms at The Black Sheep Backpackers include amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Hair dryers and toilet paper
  • Communal kitchens, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Evening entertainment
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
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 3.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are recommended to download the property's GOKI mobile app before check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours), private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: NZD 15 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Black Sheep Backpackers Hostel Queenstown
Black Sheep Backpackers Hostel
Black Sheep Backpackers Queenstown
Black Sheep Backpackers
The Black Sheep Backpackers Queenstown
The Black Sheep Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is The Black Sheep Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Black Sheep Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at The Black Sheep Backpackers?

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

Where is The Black Sheep Backpackers located?

Located in the mountains, this Queenstown City Centre hostel offers ski-in/ski-out access and is within a 5-minute walk of Queenstown Gardens, Queenstown Mall, and Queenstown Ice Arena. Cookie Time and Queenstown Beach are also within 5 minutes.

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The Black Sheep Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 55 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Well, the staff was very lovely, and all the areas very well cleaned. Close to town and the price absolutely worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Clean, organized, great location!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

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
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

The person at the front desk was super nice, the facility was super clean with nice amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Was a really great time spent at black sheep 👍😉
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10

We enjoyed our stay for 2 nights in Queenstown. The location was close to the Queenstown gardens and to many nice restaurants and shopping. We also rented bikes from the hostel and biked all around the Frankton Arm. The hot tub and outdoor seating were a bonus as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10

Great to have bike hire for free. Very useful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10

location great but felt for what our room was ,was somewhat overpriced
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

One annoying thing was that the sauna ‘wasn’t working’ the whole time I was there and I was there for 7 days
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10

Although there were 2 bathrooms I found them to not have enough hanging space, bathroom benches were small and often wet to put anything on. Had to use toilet paper to wipe dry, no paper towels. The second shower offered no privacy to change or dress or shelf to put shampoo etc on
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10

Restroom was outside, so inconvenient
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10

When booking our reservation, there were definitely a few potentially concerning reviews, but frankly I have to wonder if those people understood they were booking at a hostel. The overall experience was quite good -- my partner and I stayed in one of the private rooms and while it was a nice stay. Bed was quality, good black-out blinds for the windows. Heater was very effective. Helpful friendly staff. Objectively, the fact that you have to go outside and walk a bit to access the bathroom and the bathroom needs a keycode to enter becomes a bit annoying, but you do not need your phone to enter the bathroom as one reviewer seemed to think.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10

Private room was good size and comfortable, but there was nowhere to hang a towel. Would’ve been good to have a socket by the bed and a lamp in the room. Hostel itself has nice facilities - good kitchen for cooking, big communal lounge area which always has someone in it, outdoor tables, clean bathrooms and showers. Staff were friendly and helpful. Location is close to town but a short walk up a hill. There were a lot of long term stays which did make the social vibe a bit different and maybe not so geared towards solo travellers just passing through for a few days, although everyone I spoke to was really nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

4/10

Super nice staff in a convenient area. Unfortunately noise was a frequent issue- be it door slamming, drinking, people wrestling at night, blasting music etc. Broken hot tub not fixed the week I was there, kitchen burners not working well, Wi-Fi unable to keep up with the demand on it. The staff are quite helpful and really pleasant- the accommodation is lacking in many areas unfortunately so I cannot recommend it overall.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

6/10

夜になるとスタッフがいないため、ハメをはずすゲスト。 また、チェックインがミッドナイト 2時以降で4時近く迄ガサガサと騒音が止まらない。
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10

クイーンズタウン中心部から徒歩10分程度、空港から市内のシャトルバスの停留所から徒歩5分と非常に便利なロケーションにあります。初めてこの手の施設を利用したので最初使い方には戸惑いましたがスタッフさんが丁寧に教えてくれます。（専用のアプリをダウンロードしてチェックイン、ルームキーやお風呂のキーも、そのアプリに表示される形です） 共用のキッチンは広く、フライパンや色々なものが揃っています。（電子レンジやポットなどもあります。コーヒー・紅茶はfreeです） 共用のシャワーバスとトイレは一緒になっていて、脱衣所がないので最初どうしようかな、と？思いましたが手洗い場をうまく使って乗り切りました。シャワーバスの左右にはフックがあり物が掛けられるようになってます。そこに着替えなどが入る袋をかけておくと便利かもしれません。ドライヤーは備え付けがあるので便利です。かなりオススメです！
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10

公共区域还行，床有点小，热水不好调
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

Muy bien ubicado
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024