Title: Find the Best Wānaka Hostels from CA $128 | Expedia.ca [Wānaka Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Wanaka.dx3792)[Hotels in Wānaka](https://expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels.d3792.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Wānaka](https://expedia.ca/Wanaka-Vacation-Rentals.d3792.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Wānaka](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Wanaka.d3792.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Wānaka](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Wanaka.d3792.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Wānaka Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Wanaka.d3792.Car-Rental-Guide)[Wānaka Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Wanaka.d3792.Destination-Travel-Guides) ![Lake Hawea showing mountains and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110732/0b228cf8-38f4-490f-bae1-a7867dd37149.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Search Hostels in Wānaka from CA $128 - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check prices for these dates Next weekend [Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=3792&startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&adults=2&lodging=HOSTEL&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In two weeks [Dec 19 - Dec 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=3792&startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&adults=2&lodging=HOSTEL&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In one month [Jan 2 - Jan 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=3792&startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&adults=2&lodging=HOSTEL&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In two months [Jan 30 - Feb 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=3792&startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&adults=2&lodging=HOSTEL&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Browse Select Wānaka Hostels ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/5000000/4995700/4995642/c3c07a14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/5000000/4995700/4995642/d2269b37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/5000000/4995700/4995642/15bc09ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Shared fridge, microwave](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/5000000/4995700/4995642/d1997923.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Haka House Wanaka Wanaka 8.6/10 Excellent (234) "Very strategic location and parking availability" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Yoong CA $144 CA $168 total includes taxes & fees Dec 9 - Dec 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-YHA-Wanaka-Hostel.h4995642.Hotel-Information) ![Shared kitchen facilities](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99110000/99101600/99101506/c5f78afd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99110000/99101600/99101506/170ee67d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99110000/99101600/99101506/69893321.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Quadruple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99110000/99101600/99101506/85cfee83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Brownston Hostel Wanaka 8.6/10 Excellent (101) "Top notch. Clean, quiet, comfortable and in a good location. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Ofer CA $112 CA $128 total includes taxes & fees Dec 7 - Dec 8 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-73-Brownston-Street.h99101506.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-West-Meadows-Motel.h15194503.Hotel-Information) ![Oakridge Resort Lake Wanaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1520000/1514900/1514839/245bba8b_y.jpg) ### Oakridge Resort Lake Wanaka 10/10 Excellent "Nice comfortable room with excellent view of the mountains " [](https://expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-Oakridge-Resort-Lake-Wanaka.h1514839.Hotel-Information) ![Manuka Crescent Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19800/19780/9009b1d4_y.jpg) ### Manuka Crescent Motel 10/10 Excellent "Amazing Motel ,spotless, easy parking, staff very friendly and helpful." [](https://expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-Manuka-Crescent-Motel.h19780.Hotel-Information) ![Haka House Wanaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/5000000/4995700/4995642/c3c07a14_y.jpg) ### Haka House Wanaka 10/10 Excellent "Was a pleasure to stay and a lovely atmosphere, clean and friendly. I'd recommend for sure.☺️" [](https://expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-YHA-Wanaka-Hostel.h4995642.Hotel-Information) ![The Moorings](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4280000/4270200/4270110/df539eaa_y.jpg) ### The Moorings 10/10 Excellent "Clean" [](https://expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-The-Moorings.h4270110.Hotel-Information) ![Hampshire Holiday Parks - Wanaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106280000/106276400/106276391/aa426bf4_y.jpg) ### Hampshire Holiday Parks - Wanaka 10/10 Excellent "The room was clean, and the staff were nice. The area was very quiet and calm. A big downside is that the oven takes way too long to heat up." [](https://expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-Hampshire-Holiday-Parks-Wanaka.h106276391.Hotel-Information) ![Edgewater](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219900/2219853/6923044a_y.jpg) ### Edgewater 10/10 Excellent "Would definitely stay again! Absolutely beautiful hotel and customer service. Thank you. " [](https://expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-Edgewater.h2219853.Hotel-Information) ## Find out more about Wānaka ## Wānaka Hostels information | Number of reviews | 332 | | --- | --- | | Accommodation | 2 Hostels | | Lowest Price | CA $128 | | Highest Price | CA $168 | ## Frequently asked questions ### Should I stay in a hostel in Wānaka? > Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for fun things to do. You can enjoy activities like skiing, and the lake views create an appealing natural setting. ### What is a hostel? > No two hostels look identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices, and a social atmosphere. ### What are the best hostels in Wānaka? > Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks get the highest reviews from our travelers and could be a good place to start looking: [Haka House Wanaka](https://www.expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-YHA-Wanaka-Hostel.h4995642.Hotel-Information) - Property features include free WiFi, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi. [The Brownston Hostel](https://www.expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-73-Brownston-Street.h99101506.Hotel-Information) - Property features include free WiFi, laundry facilities, and a pool table. You'll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms. ### When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Wānaka? > Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 54°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 38°F. Average annual precipitation for Wānaka is 44 inches. ### What is there to see and do in Wānaka? > Depending on your interests, you might appreciate some places near Wānaka. Get out into nature with places like Wānaka Lavender Farm, Lake Wānaka, and Pembroke Park. Cultural attractions include Warbirds & Wheels, National Transport & Toy Museum, and Gallery Thirty Three. Additional attractions include Rippon Vineyard, Wānaka Golf Club, and Puzzling World. ### What's the best way to get to and around Wānaka while staying at a hostel? > Keep this information about transit options in Wānaka on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Wānaka Airport (WKA), located 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from the city center. An alternative is Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN), situated 30 mi (48.2 km) away. ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - More ways to book - [Book Hostels in Wānaka on Expedia.co.nz](https://www.expedia.co.nz/Wanaka-Hostels.d3792-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation)