Eichardt's Private Hotel vs Alpine Lodge Backpackers

Both properties are praised by expert writers. Overall, Eichardt's Private Hotel scores significantly higher than Alpine Lodge Backpackers. Eichardt's Private Hotel comes in at 89 with recommendations from 5 sources such as concierge.com, Lonely Planet and Afar Magazine.

Eichardt's Private Hotel

Tripexpert score:

9 / 10

Location: Marine Parade, PO Box 1340, Queenstown, New Zealand

Price:

From $609 /night

Amenities:

Bar/Lounge
Hot Tub
Free Internet
Room Service
Free Breakfast
Laundry Service

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Expert reviews:

Concierge

"Built more than 150 years ago, when Queenstown was just a grubby lakeside mining town instead of the adventure-sport capital of the world, Eichardt's is the poshest waterfront hotel in town."

Fodor's

"The staff is exceptionally helpful and can arrange anything from a massage to a helicopter ride." Full review

Star Service

"This exquisite little boutique-hotel occupies one of the oldest buildings in the district right in the heart of the holiday capital's busy shopping area." Full review

Among the perks are complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access, air-conditioning, complimentary minibars, flat-screen TVs, DVD and CD players (the staff has a library of titles to choose from), robes, slippers, hair dryers and irons.

Afar Magazine

"A boutique hotel done in steampunk chic in the heart of Queenstown." Full review

Mr & Mrs Smith

"Offering super-chic interiors and no-holds barred luxe, Queenstown's most historic haven – Eichardt's Private Hotel – has bagged the best spot on the lake for shoreside romance." Full review

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