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Southern Laughter Lodge

4 Isle Street, Queenstown, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013
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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013

I stayed in Southern Laughter twice earlier this year. I've stayed in hundreds of backpackers around Oz and NZ and been inside most in QT. In my opinion this is the best in town. Designed with great communal spaces it's easy to get to know people to share a few drinks with on the deck before hitting the pubs. I... More

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Clyde, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

The next time, I would prefer a dorm without kitchen, as this tends to be a hang-out area preventing others from being able to get some quiet to sleep. Love all the quirky signage and interesting things to read all over the place and all the facilities are really cool. The only gripe is that the spa pool doesn't have... More

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Broome, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013

I've been staying at Sir Cedric's Southern Laughter for nearly three months and will definitely stay for longer and recommend others to do the same! Clean, cute rooms, super relaxed and friendly staff, perfect location in walking distance to everything you need and amazing people!!! Permanents, cleaners or hikers that only stay for a night, everyone is quickly made feel... More

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Wanaka, New Zealand
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

This is a nice clean backpackers in a great location, but it is really the great reception team that makes it rise above. Very helpful and pleasant! Great stay, we suggest this backpackers to everyone we meet.

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Austin, Texas
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

The same sheets were on the same bed after I returned to the hostel 10 days later, as told by the very specific stains. On the plus side, the guy at the front desk is exceptionally nice and helpful - on par with the average Kiwi anywhere outside of QT. The rest of the people here are bums. This place... More

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Wiki W, owners partner at Southern Laughter Lodge, responded to this review
30 April 2013

It is regretful that we did not meet the expectations of this guest. We note that this was written after a return visit to our place. Our rooms are serviced daily by staff who care about the needs of our guests. We are also currently undertaking renovations and upgrades to our facilities. We care about all our guests and respect... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

Stayed for two nights in 'The Love Shack' in December. While it was nothing spectacular it was just what the doctor ordered. The room was very reasonable compared to other places in the town - it was clean, had a wee fridge, kettle, good shower and tv. The staff were really friendly and there was a spot at the back... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

The Southern Laughter well located in the heart of Queenstown. It's one of the better backpacker in Queenstown but its actually nothing special. The rooms are a sometimes smelly, not very clean and a bit old and trashy. But! It's fine for a couple of days. My first choice in Queenstown!

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013 via mobile

This hostel was an OK place, the room was cool, the staff at the reception really couldnt be bothered about showing us around or even handing back the key deposit upon check out. But there was a spa pool and nice atmosphere so we wouldnt mind. What I do mind was what th kitchen looked like when we decided to... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2013

This hostel got an immediate thumbs up for booking the honeymooners into the "Love Shack", room 27! Great location, nice surprise... we had a mini fridge, coffee/tea kettle in our double en suite room. We stayed three nights. Very friendly welcome at check-in. Bed had a decent mattress pad and was surprisingly comfortable bed for a backpackers. Limited off-street parking.... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 December 2012

We stayed in one of the nicer private rooms with a queen bed. The bed was very comfy, and shared bathroom and shower were kept really clean. The kitchens are huge and well looked after, which is really nice for a hostel that size. Internet was on special while we were there ($3 for 24 hours) but is never free.... More

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Also Known As:
Southern Laughter Hotel Queenstown
Southern Laughter Hotel
Address: 4 Isle Street, Queenstown, New Zealand
Region: New Zealand > South Island > Queenstown
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Ranked #44 of 79 Speciality lodging in Queenstown
Price range (per night): RM135 - 182
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