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10 Apr - 12 Apr
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Our top choices for Wānaka hostels

Outdoor dining

Haka House Wanaka

Haka House Wanaka
5.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (247 reviews)
"The room was a good size and the kitchen was really clean"
United Kingdom
Lisa
The price is ฿5,215
฿5,997 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Haka House Wanaka
Terrace/patio

The Brownston Hostel

The Brownston Hostel
2.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (118 reviews)
"Awesome location, well-run place."
United States
Benjamin R
The price is ฿2,450
฿2,818 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
The Brownston Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Wānaka Hotel Reviews

Archway Motel & Chalets

Archway Motel & Chalets

10/10 Excellent
"Loved the garden play area for the kids. Our room was very spacious, clean and the staff were so welcoming. We wished we were able to stay longer. We’ll certainly be back! "
Jessica 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Archway Motel & Chalets

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Wānaka Hostels information

Number of reviews
365
Accommodation
2 Hostels
Lowest Price
฿2,818
Highest Price
฿5,997

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Wānaka?
A hostel is a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for fun things to do. You can enjoy activities like skiing, and the lake views create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Wānaka?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These options have the highest reviews from our guests and could be a good place to look first: Haka House Wanaka - Property features include free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and a TV in a common area. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. The Brownston Hostel - Property features include free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and a pool table. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Wānaka?
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 12°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 3°C. Average annual precipitation for Wānaka is 1126 mm.
What is there to see and do in Wānaka?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might like to discover the area around Wānaka. Get out into nature with places such as Mount Iron Lookout, Wānaka Lavender Farm and Lake Wānaka. Cultural attractions include Warbirds & Wheels, Gallery Thirty Three and Picture Lounge. Additional attractions include Puzzling World, Rippon Vineyard and Wānaka Golf Club.
What's the best way to get to and around Wānaka while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Wānaka on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Wānaka Airport (WKA), located 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.), which is 30 mi (48.2 km) away.