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Our top choices for Wānaka hostels

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1. Haka House Wanaka

Haka House Wanaka
5.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (261 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Lenore
The price is NT$3,101
NT$3,566 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Haka House Wanaka
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

Wanaka Hotel

Wanaka Hotel

8/10 Good
"Location of the hotel is excellent about a 2 minute walk to town. The room was nice and clean and having the direct access to the garden was great. However the ceiling is thin and the upstairs guests were pretty loud."
Ingrid 7-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Wanaka Hotel

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Wānaka Hostels information

Number of reviews
261
Accommodation
2 Hostels
Lowest Price
NT$3,566
Highest Price
NT$3,566

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Wānaka?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget 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 have shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices, and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Wānaka?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks get the highest reviews from our travelers and could be a good place to start looking: Haka House Wanaka - Property features include free WiFi, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi. The Brownston Hostel - Property features include free WiFi, 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?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 54°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 38°F. Average annual precipitation for Wānaka is 44 inches.
What is there to see and do in Wānaka?
Depending on your interests, you might appreciate some places near Wānaka. Get out into nature with places like Lake Wānaka, Mount Iron Lookout, and Wānaka Lavender Farm. Cultural attractions include Warbirds & Wheels, Gallery Thirty Three, and Picture Lounge. Additional attractions include Rippon Vineyard, Wānaka Golf Club, and Puzzling World.
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 center. An alternative is Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN), situated 30 mi (48.2 km) away.