The Black Sheep Backpackers

Also Known As:: The Black Sheep Backpackers Hotel; The Black Sheep Backpackers Hotel Queenstown

Address: 13 Frankton Rd, Queenstown 9197, New Zealand

Region: New Zealand > South Island > Queenstown

Amenities:

Bar/Lounge Free Parking Kitchenette

Hotel Style:

Ranked #31 of 79 Speciality lodging in Queenstown

Price Range: $

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: Looking for a home away from home? The Black Sheep Queenstown Backpackers, located beside the historic Queenstown Gardens, offers guests a convenient place to stay in the heart of the stunning alpine resort. Our central location is one of the sunniest in town and offers 360° view of the stunning local mountain ranges including the famous Remarkables. Located just a short stroll from town, The Black Sheep has a lot to offer guests including: An awesome team of friendly staff, comfortable rooms and exceptional facilities – did we mention we have a spa pool? If you are looking for affordable accommodation in Queenstown and think staying in a relaxing and homely environment after busy days spent exploring the 'Adventure Capital of the World' sounds ideal, look no further, we've got you covered at The Black Sheep. ... more less

Filipe S

Rio de Janeiro, RJ

1 review

“Great!!”

Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

I definitely recommend this hostel .. is comfortable and you have a very friendly reception, where you can schedule all your tours from there! Easy to make new friendships and pleasant environment, really close to downtown.

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JohnNor

Christchurch, New Zealand

Reviewer

5 reviews

Reviews in 2 cities

“Accomodation.”

Reviewed 3 June 2013

Inexpensive accommodation, very comfortable beds and clean ablution facilities. Located very close to central city area. just 10 minutes from all the action.. Excellent heating in rooms, clean linen and overall excellent reception servic. Free WiFi internet connection and two computers avaialble in lounge.

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Nick L

Clyde, New Zealand

Contributor

13 reviews

3 hotel reviews

1 helpful vote

“One of the very best lodges available for the price”

Reviewed 18 May 2013

I've stayed at several different backpackers on frequent visits to Queenstown and this is my favourite. Beds are comfortable and dorms are warm. Kitchen is excellent. Lounge is cosy and love the movie nights with popcorn on Sunday night. The spa is great, as is the free internet. Occasionally, other houseguests can be a bit noisy, but hey, this is... More

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Hey Guys, So good to hear you have tried a few places in Queenstown and you found us the best! as there are many options. new beds serve our customers well. glad you liked the well equipped kitchen. and the bonus of the movie night and comfy warm lounge with the log fire. Free Spa & internet again a winner.... More

143MartinF

Wellington, New Zealand

4 reviews

Reviews in 3 cities

2 helpful votes

“Helpful and Comfortable”

Reviewed 13 May 2013

The Black Sheep is a great place to stay in Queenstown if you are looking for value for money accomodation close to town and are happy to share your space with energetic international travellers. The double room we had was warm and comfortable. The very clean bathrooms and kitchen facilities equaled many of the more expensive motels we have visited... More

Hey Guys, So happy you loved our location and loved the standard of the double room, kitchen and clean bathrooms, similar standard to that of an expensive hotel or motel :-) the free internet WIFI, computers and free bikes seem to be a real winner so that's great to hear again from another valued customer and we always strive to... More

GabrielSanchesAngelo

Foz do Iguacu, PR

“Awesome place!!”

Reviewed 30 March 2013

If you are going to queenstown just stay at Black sheep, great place, clean, friendly helpful staff, equipped kitchen, good location, nice beds.Free Internet and bike! I recomend and i'll be back there.

Hey Guys, glad you had an excellent stay and found us clean, friendly and helpful with a good kitchen and good beds. we know everyone loves free WIFI and free computers so we have both. as well as the bikes to use at anytime :-) we shall see you next time. Many Thanks :-) More

KatiePatatie

Auckland Region, New Zealand

2 reviews

“Great Value!”

Reviewed 21 March 2013

Staying at the Black Sheep was awesome! We booked a double room for 2 nights and it felt like we booked a hotel. Very comfortable & the high pressured showers were tops. Very clean and no rowdy people lol. Customer service was excellent, so friendly! They let us store our bags (plus use their facilities!) before check in so that... More

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Hey Guys, We are glad that you found your experience more like a hotel we love your review. We try our best to keep cleaning to 100%, so are pleased that you enjoyed that and our nice showers. We are very happy you found customer service tops as well we always strive for this. see you next time :-) More

Karen V

“Cheap but noisy!”

Reviewed 20 March 2013

very cheap backpackers pretty well run but being a bit older than most there I find that most werer coming in at about five in the morning and making a heck of a din! it was a pretty good location though although its easy to get around Queenstown.

Dear Guest, Thanks for the review, happy that you found us run well! we do get lots of older clients that do enjoy us too. sorry that you got some people coming back late! Hard in QT as every now and then being a backpackers people will go out into town and come back late! due to our location not... More

tramper40

“i will stay there again”

Reviewed 17 March 2013 via mobile

great place, friendly helpful staff, clean equipped kitchen, luggage store, clean linen, nice outdoor area for chilling out. quiet location not far from town. rooms had good amount of space for packs,gear .

Hi Guys, glad you liked and rated us well being clean is a key goal for us, clean, budget accommodation with as many facilities we can provide for the best price is our goal that we try and listen to our guests and work towards, luggage, ski and mountain bike storage is always free for as long a you need... More

LeaEngelman

Visby, Sweden

4 hotel reviews

“Awesome!”

Reviewed 12 March 2013

I really enjoyed this place! Good prices, friendly and helpful staff, free wifi, comfortable rooms and a good spacious kitchen. I would choose the same accommodation if I ever go to Queenstown again :)

Dear Guest, Thanks for the comments! we are pleased you had a great stay and thanks for taking the time to say so. please you life the friendly staff and free Wifi and computers. the rooms have all new beds and new linen, duvets etc so we are glad you found them comfortable. kitchen was good for you guys too,... More

paul o

Keystone, Colorado

“awesome Value”

Reviewed 3 March 2013

we really enjoyed the sheep. Free computers and wifi also was good, looks like they had just got new equipment on and we didnt have any problems with speed or connections, i was worried about this as needed to work on the go and had problems with internet so far around NZ. made use of there mountain bikes as well,... More

Hey Guys, Thanks for taking the time to do us a review here at The Black Sheep. We are glad that you found us good value for money and made use of the free internet and the bikes for use! Queenstown can be pricey but we try and keep the rate as realistic as possible for what you get, glad... More

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