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Eichardt's Private Hotel vs Southern Laughter Backpackers

Both hotels are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Eichardt's Private Hotel scores significantly higher than Sir Cedrics Southern Laughter Backpackers. Eichardt's Private Hotel scores 89 with positive reviews from 5 publications including Afar Magazine, Lonely Planet and Frommer's.

Eichardt's Private Hotel
Eichardt's Private Hotel
9 / 10
Marine Parade, PO Box 1340, Queenstown, New Zealand
From $609 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Concierge 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 Fodor's
"The staff is exceptionally helpful and can arrange anything from a massage to a helicopter ride." Full review
Star Service 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
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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 Afar Magazine
"A boutique hotel done in steampunk chic in the heart of Queenstown." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith 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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Southern Laughter Backpackers
Southern Laughter Backpackers
7 / 10
4 Isle Street, Queenstown, New Zealand
From $14 /night
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Laundy Room
  • Baggage storage
  • Fireplace
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Split over three buildings with a surprisingly large variety of rooms and a free spa, this hostel makes up for not being flash by being friendly."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"The friendly staff, free vegie soup and spa pool should at least put a smile on your face." Full review