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Reviews of Adventure Wanaka Hostel

56 Brownston Street, 9305 Wanaka, New Zealand

#4 of 28 hotels in Wanaka

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Review score

Based on 413 hostel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.1

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free WiFi

    9.4

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  • Reviewed: 28 August 2025

    9.0
    Good value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking close to the hostel is limited, though we were fortunate to take the last spot available. The shower had a bit of a leak, the water wasn't hitting us in the face, but it was making the shower head lose pressure. There was no fan in the toilet which meant it was hard for the steam and moisture to dissipate.

    Quiet hostel, we stayed for a night in a 4 bed female room. These bunk beds were really comfy and were sturdy (the bunk wouldn't move if one person shifted their weight). Our room mates were very quiet, thankfully. We checked in late, the staff provided info on how to access the keys. The facilities have been newly renovated. The toilet in the room was modern and clean. The kitchen was spacious and had modern appliances as well as plenty of utensils and crockery to make quick meals.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2025

    10
    Great spot, location and friendly staff. Would 100% stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Could of had slightly more comfy pillows as a recommended improvement.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved that there were USB by our beds with a pocket to charge our phones. And also all over. It was cleaner, more organized and calmer than I expected. The staff that greeted us was super friendly.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2025

    10
    A excellent place to stay , with so much to do within walking distance, cinema 2 mins, lake front 5.
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    There wasn't anything I didn't like, a very comfortable stay

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    10
    First time staying in a hostel for 15 years. In my 40s traveling by myself to ski and save cash I can highly recommend t
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pods could be upgraded, moot hanging room in rooms for ski gear

    Central, clean, small, had a great time

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    One of my favourite accommodations on my road trip! Nothing much to dislike

    - The staff was really helpful and engaging, and hosted a Quiz night - Dorm mates were friendly and went to Roy's Peak with them for the sunrise - The beds were comfortable, and ample storage space underneath the bed. - Good location - Good view from outside the accomodation overlooking the lake and the mountains behind

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2025

    8.0
    Really good budget accommodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Soundproofing wasn’t the best.

    Great location so central to everything.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shower head was spoil but still usable

    Great location near tons of food spot , super clean toilet and super comfortable and clean bed. Privacy curtain is a great touch. Daily activities seem fun even tho I didn't join. Great parking nearby , great ventilation for the ensuite, didn't smell anything the whole time I was there

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great as always

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2025

    9.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice and easy access to everywhere

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2025

    10
    Great hostel, great people, great view
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Great hostel, comfortable beds, maybe rooms are a bit smaller but they get job done, also the mattress are very comfortable. The best part definitely is the kitchen, very specious and clean, many pots and pans to cook your food, also there is three different fridges to keep your food. The common areas are nice and comfy, and the best part very friendly staff. I really enjoyed in Wanaka.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is accessible

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2025

    8.0
    I’m in love with this place and would love to stay here again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I slept on the lower bunk, and the space above was a bit tight.

    The hotel offers convenient luggage storage service and a clean, cozy environment.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2025

    9.0
    Location and Clean
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The location was excellent. The lounge was really comfortable and the kitchen was spacious and tidy. The rooms were very clean and I liked the sliding glass doors to get into the room.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Ensuite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Rooms were a bit cramped when sharing with randomers and hard not to make noise when leaving in morning.

    Huge kitchen facilities, dining and storage areas. Two rooms open 24 hours to relax, use computers and watch TV. All dorms have en suites. Beds were very private - curtained and own plugs.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Kitchen was a little on the small side but it was very nice and well equipped

    Great location, comfortable bedroom with privacy curtains, plug sockets and individual lights, easy to find on street parking, attentive and friendly staff.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2025

    8.0
    Great value, comfy beds, superb location, nice staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The chairs and couches in the lounges were filthy. The desks were also always dirty, mainly because people who eat there and make a mess, don't clean up themselves, which is beyond my understanding. The room itself was pretty small, and it would be nice if there were 4-bed dorm and female only dorms as well. Somehow people should learn to be tidier and cleaner -- plates and utensils were "washed" but they often looked dirty because some people just can't be bothered enough to clean properly.

    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.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2025

    9.0
    Great hostel in Wanaka
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved the ensuite bathroom in the 4 bed dorm, it was the nicest of all the hostels I stayed at in NZ! Beds are comfy and have privacy curtains & charging ports. Free street parking was ample in the residential streets around the property

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Ensuite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice rooms, clean, good kitchen.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2025

    10
    Best hostel in Wānaka
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Ensuite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely amazing hostel, one of the best I‘ve ever stayed in. Super comfy beds, everything spotlessly clean, great vibe and very nice staff.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was good above all the location.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Ensuite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything’s very good, worth for stay it ❤️

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2025

    8.0
    A good experience, suit for backpacker or small group of traveller.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Ensuite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location. Recommender for backpacker.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2025

    10
    Fabulous facilities super close to everything loved the family rooms lots of games to play.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Toilets got quite dirty with use needed more regular checking and cleaning

    I cooked my own Breakfast in the fully equipped kitchen on the property it was great that they had salt and pepper and other condiments to use free.

    Stayed in April 2025

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