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Set against the backdrop of awe-inspiring views, Haka House Wanaka is a welcoming hostel that serves as your gateway to discovering the Southern Alps.

I had heard many good things about Haka House, but it exceeded my expectations. The room was really cozy, the staff were friendly, and best of all, it was close to the town center. I would love to stay again not only in Wanaka but in other places.
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Very Good
1,980 reviews
Price from
$87.57
1 night, 2 adults

Featuring a terrace, The Brownston Hostel is located in Wanaka in the Otago region, 1.5 miles from Puzzling World and 1.2 miles from The Wanaka Tree.

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Very Good
1,169 reviews
Price from
$88.16
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Wanaka, 1.3 miles from Puzzling World, Mountain View Backpackers has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities.

Loved the atmosphere, location and view from the dorm room. Great value.
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Excellent
437 reviews
Price from
$54.54
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Wanaka, 1.9 miles from Puzzling World, Zula Lodge provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Very clean and tidy place and have parking space
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Very Good
145 reviews
Price from
$70.53
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Wanaka, 1.5 miles from Puzzling World, Adventure Wanaka Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms and a garden.

Staff were great, nice, and happy to help. Beds were super comfortable, rooms were warm and clean, which was nice in the cold weather. Shower was powerful and clean. Loved that you could access lounges and common spaces after check-out.
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Excellent
670 reviews
Price from
$56.42
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.

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    Excellent · 670 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.
    Guest review by
    Patti
    Solo traveler
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    Excellent · 670 reviews
    Great hostel, would definitely recommend, great location for Wanaka!
    Guest review by
    Entwistle
    Solo traveler
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    Excellent · 670 reviews
    Lovely, clean hostel with great kitchen and bathroom facilities. Friendly staff, great location.
    Guest review by
    Emma
    Young couple
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    Excellent · 670 reviews
    Best hostel
    Guest review by
    Juliette
    Solo traveler
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    Very Good · 1,980 reviews
    Good hostel room for 6 people. Comfortable bunk bed with curtain, small shelf and charging ports.
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    Darren
    Solo traveler
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    Very Good · 1,169 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.
    Guest review by
    Shaun
    Young couple
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    Very Good · 1,169 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.
    Guest review by
    Sarah
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $102.19
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    Very Good · 1,980 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.
    Guest review by
    Jo
    Solo traveler

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