Wanaka
New Zealand · Price calendar
Dorm beds in Wanaka, New Zealand range from $14 to $131/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 4 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Sep 6, Sep 7, Sep 8.
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Hostel prices in Wanaka, New Zealand
A typical dorm night in Wanaka runs about $22.
Across the upcoming months, September tends to be the cheapest month (from $14/night) and August the most expensive (from $22/night).
At $14/night and up, Wanaka is one of the pricier hostel destinations in New Zealand.
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Local knowledge for Wanaka
Where to stay
Budget accommodation clusters in the few blocks between Ardmore Street (the lakefront road) and Brownston Street. The whole town center is walkable, so location matters less than price here. Staying slightly uphill from the lake on streets like Upton Street often shaves a few dollars off the nightly rate.
Getting around
- Roys Peak is free to hike and the views are worth the 1,300-meter climb, but the trailhead carpark is full by 8am in summer. Leave before sunrise or organize a dropoff with hostelmates.
- Lake Wanaka is public and free to swim in right off the town beach. You do not need to book a boat tour to enjoy the water.
- The bus between Wanaka and Queenstown runs the route but check the hostel notice board for rideshares first. It is a common trip and splitting fuel with someone headed the same way usually beats the bus fare.
When to go
Hostels are cheapest and easiest to book in the shoulder months of April to May and October to November. They fill fast and prices jump in summer (December to February) for hiking season and again in July to August when Cardrona Alpine Resort and Treble Cone are running.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Wanaka cost per night?
Dorm beds in Wanaka currently range from $14 to $131/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Wanaka?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Wanaka are September 6, September 7, September 8.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Wanaka?
HostelHawk currently tracks 4 hostels in Wanaka, New Zealand.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Wanaka?
Based on current availability, September has the lowest hostel prices in Wanaka, with dorm beds from $14/night.
Is Wanaka affordable compared to other hostel cities in New Zealand?
Wanaka is one of the pricier hostel destinations in New Zealand, with dorm prices starting from $14/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Wanaka?
Budget accommodation clusters in the few blocks between Ardmore Street (the lakefront road) and Brownston Street. The whole town center is walkable, so location matters less than price here. Staying slightly uphill from the lake on streets like Upton Street often shaves a few dollars off the nightly rate.
What is the best time of year to visit Wanaka?
Hostels are cheapest and easiest to book in the shoulder months of April to May and October to November. They fill fast and prices jump in summer (December to February) for hiking season and again in July to August when Cardrona Alpine Resort and Treble Cone are running.