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Welcome to the Absoloot Hostel QT Blog

Welcome to the official blog of Absoloot Hostel QT, your go-to resource for all things Queenstown! Whether you’re planning your first visit or you’re a seasoned traveler, our blog is packed with insider tips, local insights, and inspiration to make your stay in Queenstown unforgettable.

Absoloot QT…Home away from home!

Absoloot QT…Home away from home!

Hostels are just more than somewhere to stay. Before you even realise, they become your home away from home! Depending on how social you want to be or how much you want to dip into your savings, Absoloot QT has so much to offer you. Each hostel is different and has...

Come visit your backyard!

Come visit your backyard!

New Zealander’s it is time to fall back in love again with the South Island! Due to the unfortunate events happening worldwide, it is safe to say that any holidays you want to take will have to be domestic. Why choose Queenstown? There are so many fun filled...

School Holidays are Cool Holidays

School Holidays are Cool Holidays

It's family fun-time in New Zealand and Australia right now, so families are cruising around New Zealand looking for things that can entertain the whole family without necessarily 'breaking the bank'.  So to that end, we thought we'd put together a few ideas that can...

Spring is King!

Spring is King!

We live for Spring here in the Wakatipu Basin. Don't get me wrong, obviously we're pretty mad about the Winter season itself, but for some reason Spring has a vibe to it unlike the rest of the busier seasons - let me explain why you might think about a visit in...

#Winteriscoming – which mountain is for you?

#Winteriscoming – which mountain is for you?

We're  pretty lucky here in the Queenstown Lakes District in that we've got not 1, but 4 different Winter resorts to throw yourself down when the snow comes calling.  But if you're never been here before, which one is for you? Coronet Peak:  The closest resort to...

The ‘Do’s’ and ‘Don’t’s of #HostelLyf

The ‘Do’s’ and ‘Don’t’s of #HostelLyf

Generally we're of the opinion that most people are pretty good when it comes to the way they conduct themselves in life, however there's always a few bad eggs that ruin it for the rest.  Unfortunately if one person has an issue with another, that issue quite often...

The Perfect Summer Holiday in Queenstown

The Perfect Summer Holiday in Queenstown

In heart of the South Island's Central Otago region sits Queenstown, a popular vacation hot spot that boasts a lifetime of experiences in one location. A combination of world class tourist facilities and rugged unspoiled New Zealand landscapes, Queenstown is widely...

Exploring Queenstown From The Sky, Water And Ground

Exploring Queenstown From The Sky, Water And Ground

With endless walking and bike trails, incredible mountain ranges and massive lakes, exploring Queenstown is no mean feat – especially for the first time visitor. Here is a brief look at some of our favourite means of getting around and seeing all Queenstown has to...

Should we rent a car while we’re in Queenstown?

Should we rent a car while we’re in Queenstown?

We get asked this question quite a bit throughout the year, and unfortunately our answer is generally the same - it entirely depends on your personal circumstances, budget, and travel desires.  So we'll try and simplify it a little for you below 1.What are you trying...

School Holidays are Cool Holidays

$50 or less in Queenstown

We've heard the complaint a few times in recent history - Queenstown is expensive. Now, we'd like to stop you right there.  Firstly, Queenstown is no different to any other town/city in the western world; If you have expensive tastes, then yeah, your wallet is going...

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