Hostels in Wanaka

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.

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.

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: The Brownston Hostel - Property features include free WiFi, laundry facilities and a pool table. You’ll find towels, showers and linens in all rooms. YHA Wanaka - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen and an arcade/games room. You’ll find showers, lockers and linens in all rooms.

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 Wanaka is 1126 mm.

Depending on what you’re interested in, you might like to discover the area around Wanaka. Get out into nature with places such as Wanaka Lavender Farm, Lake Wanaka and Pembroke Park. Cultural attractions include Warbirds & Wheels, Gallery Thirty Three and Picture Lounge. Additional attractions include Puzzling World, Rippon Vineyard and Wanaka Golf Club.

Keep this information about transit options in Wanaka on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Wanaka (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.