The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers

Check-in

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Queenstown Lakes District Council will upgrade wastewater infrastructure on Robins Rd (where the hostel is located). Both lanes will be closed from Robins Rd up to Hamilton Rd (opposite the hostel) from mid-January to early April 2026. After Easter, traffic will switch to one lane until late May 2026. Vehicle access for affected properties will be via the northern end of Robins Rd (near Hamilton Rd). Work hours: Mon–Fri 7:30am–5:30pm, some Saturdays, and brief night works may occur.

• 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; cash is not accepted
• 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

• Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking reservations are not accepted.

Other details

Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library. Free self parking is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
CaddyShack City Mini Golf - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Toi o Tahuna - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Kiwi and Birdlife Park - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Queenstown Cemetery - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Queenstown Mall - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Skycity Queenstown Casino - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Fear Factory Queenstown - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Cookie Time - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Queenstown Arts Centre - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Skyline Queenstown - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Creative Queenstown Arts & Crafts Market - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Church of St Peters - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Underwater Observatory - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Queenstown Beach - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Lake Wakatipu - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
The nearest major airport is Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 8.2 km / 5.1 mi

• Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.

Hotel policies

General

• Professional property host/manager
• No cribs (infant beds) available
• No rollaway/extra beds available
• Beach nearby
• Children not allowed

Pets

• Service animals are allowed
• Pets not allowed