Located in Queenstown, 2297 feet from Skyline Gondola and Luge, The Black Sheep Backpackers features a hot tub and multiple storage spaces including ski storage. Guests can enjoy multiple social events on site. The Black Sheep Backpackers features free WiFi throughout the property. Each room includes a shared bathroom. A flat-screen TV with DVD player is featured in private rooms, along with tea and coffee making facilities. The dormitory rooms feature pod beds with a private charging outlet, reading light and curtain for privacy. There is a shared kitchen at the property. You can engage in various activities, such as skiing and cycling. The hostel also offers free use of bicycles. Shotover River is 1 mi from The Black Sheep Backpackers, while AJ Hackett Bungy Jumping - Kawarau Bridge is 3.7 mi away. Queenstown Airport is 3.7 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Queenstown, this property has an excellent location score of 9.0!


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
3 twin beds
or
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
1 queen bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
7.5
Cleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.6
Value for money
7.5
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.5
Low score for Queenstown
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Area info

Amenities of The Black Sheep Backpackers

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Laundry
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Ski
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Cooking class
  • Themed dinners
  • Movie nights
  • Bar crawls
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
  • Entertainment staff
  • Cycling
  • Game room
  • Skiing
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Front Desk Services
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Spa
  • Spa facilities
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Sauna
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese

House rules

The Black Sheep Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
NZD 25 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash is not accepted The Black Sheep Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the reception is open from 08:00 until 21:00. Late check-in is available until midnight/24:00. Please let the property know your expected time of arrival, in advance, using the special request box when booking or using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that there is a 3.5% charge when you pay with a Visa or MasterCard credit card. If you wish to pay an alternative way you must contact the property at least 72 hours prior to arrival.

Please note for bookings of more than 5 people, different policies and procedures may apply. For further information please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Please be aware that group bookings are required to leave a $50 deposit upon arrival which you will receive back if no damage to the property has been done.

Please note room number is not guaranteed and can be changed as required by the property.

All guests must sign the property's Terms of Stay.

All bookings with a value over $500 will be pre charged, they are still fully refundable if cancel outside the 72 hours cancelation policy.

We also have available towels available $10 deposit + $2 cleaning fee.

FAQs about The Black Sheep Backpackers

  • The Black Sheep Backpackers is 1,500 feet from the center of Queenstown. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at The Black Sheep Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Black Sheep Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Sauna
    • Cycling
    • Skiing
    • Game room
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Evening entertainment
    • Bicycle rental
    • Bar crawls
    • Spa facilities
    • Themed dinners
    • Entertainment staff
    • Movie nights
    • Cooking class

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Black Sheep Backpackers on this page.

  • Check-in at The Black Sheep Backpackers is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.