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Bumbles Backpackers

Bumbles Backpackers, Cnr of Lake Esplanade & Brunswick Sts, Queenstown, New Zealand
Bumbles Backpackers
Real Traveler Rating: 4.3 out of 5 based on 60 reviews from 1 source
Recommended
Clean: Rating of 4.4 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.6 out of 5
Location: Rating of 4.6 out of 5
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Recommended
Based on 60 reviews
from 1 source
  • Overall: Rating of 4.3 out of 5

    "Would recommend staying there if you are on a tight budget, but if you are staying there for the social aspect then there is really no need as it is so easy to meet people in Queenstown." source Hostelworld

  • Clean: Rating of 4.4 out of 5

    "Everything was clean, coulve been safer but only because I was too tight to fork out the $2 for a locker." source Hostelworld

    "clean hostel and was cheaper for us to stay here rather than base or YHA, would go back there again." source Hostelworld

    "kitchen and bathrooms were kept clean at all times." source Hostelworld

    "Clean and comfortable with great views of the lake." source Hostelworld

    "Nice and clean hostel with spacious rooms." source Hostelworld

  • Service: Rating of 4.6 out of 5

    "Great Hostel, beautiful view, very friendly and helpful staff." source Hostelworld

  • Location: Rating of 4.6 out of 5

    "Location overlooks the lake and mountains and most rooms have big windows. Was a bit of a letdown that the wifi we paid for couldn�t be used once the lobby/kitchen area shut down at 11pm." source Hostelworld

    "Stunning waterfront location and views, close to town but just far enough away." source Hostelworld

    "Fantastic views and excellent location." source Hostelworld

  • Room

    "It wasn't so much the way the rooms or staff etc were, but it was more the atmosphere of the place." source Hostelworld

    "I know not all the rooms are, but my room had an amazing view of the lake." source Hostelworld

    "Excellent kitchen/tv room/internet facilities." source Hostelworld

    "no female only rooms." source Hostelworld

    "No lockers in rooms." source Hostelworld

More information on Bumbles Backpackers

If you are looking for an affordable, relaxed & friendly place to stay in Queenstown with spectacular mountain views and a waterfront location, this is it!'Among the best hostels in town and justly popular' - Rough GuideWe are only 300m from the buzz of downtown Queenstown, just far enough away for some peace and quiet.Our friendly staff can inform you of the endless activities and attractions in the area, and help you decide which suits your travel pace best. Ask about our great discounts!Enjoy our homely touches such as our homemade brownie and movie nights. Mmm....Our Facilities- Large modern communal kitchen & dining area- Elevated & relaxed living area with spectacular lake views- Loads of outdoor living and decks to take full advantage of the waterfront location and views- Off street car parking (rare in Queenstown!)- BBQ area- Lockable storage- Drying room & ski storage- Internet & Wi-Fi- Phone cards & onsite phone- Full on site laundry facilitiesPlease note: We accept a maximum of a 7 nights stay per booking. For any bookings exceeding this we reserve the right to cancel the booking with loss of any deposit or booking fees paid.

Directions

Bumbles is located on the corner of Brunswick Street and Lake Esplanade on Queenstown's waterfront. We are a short stroll from downtown Queenstown while being far enough away to enjoy some peace and quiet.

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