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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 504 reviews
    It was a pleasant stay and Jjen (not sure of spelling) was very helpful and kind. The first night came with a rough morning because of all the people going in and out of the door right by my head very early in the morning (fresh powder!) Not the hostels fault I know, but hard to sleep. But Jjen switched me to a room further down and it was loads better. The kitchen was very busy most of the time so I didn't cook there. But it was clean in the morning. It was a great location and nice staff.
    Patti
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 504 reviews
    Great hostel, would definitely recommend, great location for Wanaka!
    Entwistle
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 504 reviews
    Lovely, clean hostel with great kitchen and bathroom facilities. Friendly staff, great location.
    Emma
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 504 reviews
    Best hostel
    Juliette
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £158.63
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,666 reviews
    Good hostel room for 6 people. Comfortable bunk bed with curtain, small shelf and charging ports.
    Darren
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £117.13
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 767 reviews
    Great location. More than adequate facilities for a backpackers, was clean comfortable, we had our own ensuite, there were also communal rooms for tv, to play games, tea and coffee making facilities free. Great value for money, no need to spend extra.
    Shaun
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £117.13
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 767 reviews
    Great location - super close to the supermarket. Kitchen was massive, and kept really clean. Lots of cooking space, as well as eating space. I was in a 3 person bedroom - not bunk beds which was nice. Good wifi, nice staff. It was a nice place to stay for a few days.
    Sarah
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £158.63
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,666 reviews
    Great location and views. Well run and organised hostel and felt fairly safe. Handy to supermarket and a zillion eateries. Great to have option of ensuite room. Staff were helpful.
    Jo
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,916 reviews
    It's in a great location with a nice bar and restaurant. There's a common living room area and kitchen. The room has a sink and heater. I booked a hostel room, which was significantly cheaper than a hotel room. It was ok for the price, but there are things that could have been better.
    Rachel
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,916 reviews
    Great location, lovely staff that do what they can to keep their guests happy. Wifi good. Very clean which makes up for the general run-down state of the lodge/hostel building (as opposed to the lovely main building). Showers surprisingly good with hot water. Cheapest private room of Wanaka that day so yes you get what you pay for.
    maarten
    Group