8 Wexford street, Albert Town, Albert Town, 9305 Wanaka, New Zealand
#13 of 28 hotels in Wanaka
Guests' ChoiceBased on 106 hostel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Location
8.4
Facilities
8.6
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 23 October 2024
Tsai
TaiwanUnstable wifi — Hard to run a video🥹
Very clean and tidy place and have parking space
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 10 September 2024
Jithin
New ZealandRooms are not secured with access control. so anytime anyone can go to any rooms making it slightly uncomfortable.
good rooms and beds. Overall good.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 10 September 2024
Jessica
New ZealandThe hot water in the showers could do with some improvements ... it doesnt always work with the tokens.
Lovely people managing the place, very peaceful and within easy reach of Wanaka.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 15 July 2024
India
New Zealandgood facilities, very warm, parking was good. Just a heads up for those who arent aware, this is a christian centered hostel.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 14 July 2024
Aguiar
UruguayNothing
Kitchen
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 15 August 2023
Nina
CanadaShower only for 5 minutes, then you need to pay 2 NZD to get another 5 mins. It wasn’t enough to wash long hair. Heater in the room is timed. Unless you keep pressing, it will not heat up. It says 2 hours but it wasn’t more than 20 minutes and it went off. It was under zero degrees outside, thus I find this unacceptable. Common area also pretty cold.
Friendly staff, very clean kitchen and greatly equipped, spacious common area with tv, free parking in the area.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 10 August 2023
Pierre
FranceBe aware Albert town is 5min by car from the lake and city town
The staff is amazingly kind and nice really appreciate The rooms are comfy and warm The suburb is very lovely and calm at night
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 11 July 2023
Santiago
New Zealandyou have to pay for the hot water in the showers
it was comfy
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 12 May 2023
Les
New ZealandThe kitchen facilities and the quiet atmosphere and warmth in the rooms overnight.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 10 May 2023
Sarah
New ZealandThe kitchen is a bit messy.
Accommodation was adequate.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 5 May 2023
Kenneth
United StatesThe Hostel is in a good location near the town of Wanaka. The room was comfortable. There are shared bathrooms and showers. The kitchen is large and had everything needed.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 28 April 2023
Ashley
Vietnamshowers didn’t have hot water, lost $2 for nothing, get rid of coin operated showers
clean and tidy
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 21 April 2023
A
AustraliaIt is located a little outside of the main town of Wanaka, which is not an issue if you have a car. Rooms are not very soundproof but there were not that many other guests when we stayed, so this was not an issue
Great stay at Zula - easy check in and check out, enough parking on site. Very large kitchen and dining area, plus common lounge area. We did not cook in the kitchen but there were more than enough tools and appliances for you to do so. Heating in rooms, good working TV and extra blankets made this a comfortable stay
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 13 November 2022
Magaretha
New ZealandClean and tidy with friendly staff
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 2 October 2022
Lyle
New ZealandA few loud back packers at night otherwise quiet for the most part warm and comfy
Great big lounge TV toys DVD books and games Great kitchen Great room
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 18 September 2022
Al
New Zealandno comments comes in my mind
the staff
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 16 August 2025
Preston
AustraliaOur door didn't lock from the outside which would've been difficult had we stayed longer, but I'm sure this is a short-term issue that will be fixed. Walls were extremely thin but this was noted on a sign in our room and we were not disturbed by any noise, so it didn't bother us :)
We stayed in a private double room with shared bathroom facilities. Our room as well as all shared spaces were exceptionally clean and organised. We only stayed for a night, but would definitely come again if passing through for a longer stay. Lovely and warm, and helpful reception staff! Great experience for a very reasonable price.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 14 August 2025
Lei
New ZealandThe owner is soooo kind. I was very welcomed last night, will definitely recommend to around and come back again.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 10 August 2025
Taya
New ZealandHad all kitchen supplies, comfy bed, everything in one building
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 14 July 2025
Jolyn
SingaporeNothing. Loved it.
:) a good random find to be honest. 1. I liked that it wasnt in wanaka itself, away from the crowd. 2. Theres 4square and a cafe nearby. Convenient. 3. Parking within its premise 4. Rooms are quite spacious. The decor is well thought out- ample headspace for both the top and bottom bunks.i like that there is space at the bed ends for the bags and love that there are 2 shoe holes at the bottom of each bunks! :) the duvet is really warm and comfy! 5. Shared spaces - Kitchen, Dining and Living spaces. Huge place. Warm. Kitchen is very well-equipped and they steam-sanitise the dishes and all in the morning. Gives a very safe and clean vibe. 6. Loads to do within the space. Has a small library for the adults and kids! Has board games and a piano too! 7. Bathrooms.. bathing area and toilets separated. Great! I appreciate that they encourage water-saving too. The owners were very nice and friendly. Loved my time there. Would head back the next time.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 13 July 2025
Chrystele
FranceBeds are very comfortable, kitchen is very well equipped and the lady at reception was very friendly :) Everything was perfect !
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 20 April 2025
Helen
United KingdomWe loved the warm and friendly feel. The beds were very comfortable and the facilities were superb. With a large, well equipped kitchen and relaxing lounge area. We felt very welcome and relaxed here.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 20 April 2025
Cate
UruguayI was surprised that the showers had a time delay for hot water. I'm not from here, so I don't know if it's common. Anyway, I adapted well and didn't run out of hot water for my shower.
I really liked it. From the staff's attention, especially Cris's, to her willingness to help. The warm bedding. And the facilities had everything. I recommend it. What I liked most is that I was able to walk around Albert Town and it is very beautiful.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 29 October 2024
Kirsty
United KingdomAbsolutely fabulous place, best equipped kitchen and facilities I have ever seen in a backpackers hostel. Hosts where lovely
Stayed in September 2024
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