Southern Laughter Backpackers

4 Isle Street

Independent hotel · Guest score 6.5/10

About this hotel

Central Location and Relaxing Environment Sir Cedrics Southern Laughter Backpackers, centrally located in Queenstown, offers a tranquil garden, an inviting outdoor hot tub, and a cozy guest lounge for your enjoyment. Variety of Accommodation Options Choose between a vibrant dormitory room or a private room for a more intimate stay. All rooms come with linen and heating, with some featuring a private bathroom for added convenience. Convenient Amenities and Nearby Attractions Enjoy the self-service laundry, barbecue facilities, and shared kitchen during your stay. With the lake front just 650 metres away and various ski areas a short drive from the property, adventure and relaxation are within easy reach. Book your stay at Sir Cedrics Southern Laughter Backpackers for a memorable Queenstown experience.

Facilities

Parking
Free Parking
Private parking
Accessible parking

All 37 facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
BBQ facilities
Laundry
Luggage storage
Tour desk
Car hire
Skiing
Ski storage
Non-smoking throughout
Designated smoking area
Shared lounge/TV area
Board games/puzzles
Shared kitchen
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Contactless check-in/check-out
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Smoke alarms
Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
Food delivered to guest room
Process in place to check health of guests
Access to health care professionals

Check-in & checkout

Check-in: 02:00 PM – 05:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Rooms & rates

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Guest sentiment

Cleanliness4.0
Multiple reviews indicate poor cleanliness, with mentions of dirty kitchens, bathrooms, and rooms.
Service9.0
Staff are described as friendly and helpful in several reviews.
Location9.0
Location received praise for being convenient and ideal for exploring the area.
Room Quality6.0
Concerns were raised about bed comfort and musty smells. Overall, the quality needs improvement.
Amenities5.5
Amenities are generally described as basic and in need of renovations.
Value for Money5.5
Guests feel that the price does not match the quality of stay, indicating it's overpriced.
Food and Beverage6.5
No specific mentions of food quality; categorized as standard for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience6.5
General sentiment suggests a disappointing experience with many complaints.

Guest reviews

Mart · 10/10

Alex · 4/10

The hotel staff is very friendly, and the location is very close to the bustling area.
The hotel staff is very friendly, and the location is very close to the bustling area.
The poor sound insulation is one thing, but the quality of residents is also very poor. They ignore the accommodation rules. You can still hear other guests' voices at midnight, and at 8:40 in the morning on the 11th, someone accidentally triggered the alarm. The room is so small that the alarm sound reverberates, making it impossible to open the door to see what's going on. If you don't cover your ears with your hands, you'll go deaf first.
Mavis · 4/10

Hayden · 10/10

I have never regretted an accommodation so much. The location was not worth the dirt. We were asked to strip the bedding at the end... I wish I hadn't seen what I slept on for the last two nights. The microbiome on the pillow has evolutionarily adapted to the conditions. Sleep was not good either with a sagging mattress and a noisy room where you felt like you were live during every trip to the toilet. Despite a private twin room, I felt uncomfortable throughout.
Nadja · 1/10

Location near attractions in Queenstown. The room is a bit small, but we manage.
Location near attractions in Queenstown. The room is a bit small, but we manage.
Kitchen facilities are available in the main kitchen, but we use what is available in the kitchen near us.
Fadliah · 7/10

Location.
Location.
75 euros per night for this room is diabolical. The room was very old, it smells strong, shared toilet, shared shower...
Alberto · 5/10

Location. Close to the city center.
Location. Close to the city center.
While parking was mentioned, there was no space, and I had to find parking in the middle of the rain. Also, the bed and pillow were not comfortable. The lock was missing on the bathroom door.
Shan · 5/10