The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
About this property
The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers is located in Queenstown. Free WiFi access is available and you can enjoy mountain views from the rooms. At The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers you will find barbecue facilities and a shared kitchen. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge. The hostel is 500 metres from Skyline Gondola and Luge, 700 metres from Shotover River and 5.8 km from AJ Hackett Bungy Jumping - Kawarau Bridge. The property offers LIMITED parking, which is on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking is located in the front and back of the hostel. With regards to parking at the back, the hostel recommends guests get out of their vehicles to check for space first before driving down, as this area can be a little narrow for some to drive comfortably.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Laundry
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Robert
France
“The Flaming Kiwi is a great place to stay, great location and facilities and a fantastic place to meet other like minded people.” - Deepika
New Zealand
“Great location and friendly staff. Thanks to Joss and Joseph for making the stay comfortable.” - Samantha
New Zealand
“Lovely little spot just on the outskirts of town. Free parking was amazing. Staff were cool! Great evenings with movie nights and felt like a community(:” - Jessica
Australia
“The location was convenient, a 5 mins walk into the center of town and another 5 mins to the supermarket. Close enough to town that you were in the heart of it all, but away from the sounds of the nightlife. The atmosphere they've created at the...” - Robert
France
“The Flaming Kiwi is a fantastic place to stay, great facilities, great staff and a great place to meet others” - Narelle
Australia
“The staff were really helpful and accommodating. The shared facilties were clean and full of useful items for meal cooking and prep.” - Jolyn
Singapore
“1. Ive always liked the backpacker, bunk-beds concept. 2. Ensuite - consistent hot water, which was great! 3. Clean room, ample space to put ur stuff. I didnt bring my luggage with me, just a backpack. 4. Sufficient bathrooms around the...” - Eleanor
United Arab Emirates
“Location is excellent. Bed was comfy, room was clean and there is heater in the room. Shower was spacious and staff friendly and helpful.” - Camille
Australia
“Everything, especially events they have and how clean it is” - Alice
France
“I absolutely loved the people, the staff, the atmosphere. It is super clean, cosy, safe, close to everything. I met incredible people there, and I'll definitely remember my stay at The Flaming Kiwi! I highly recommend this hostel if you want to...”
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.


The fine print
On-site parking is available for limited cars.
Please inform The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.