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7.4

Very good

358 reviews

358 reviews

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8.8

Excellent

Location rating score

Excellent location
Exceptional for walking
Walkable places
New World
110 m
New World supermarket
110 m
The Artist's Corner
120 m
The Picture Lounge
140 m
Mainly Tramping
150 m
Closest landmarks
Wanaka Unichem Pharmacy
140 m
Aspiring Pharmacy
170 m
Wanakaweb
200 m
Green Toad
220 m
Wanaka Fine Art Gallery
260 m

Base Wanaka Hostel

73 Brownston St, Wanaka 9035, Wanaka, Wanaka, New Zealand, 9381 - See map

Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Conveniently situated in the Wanaka part of Wanaka, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Wanaka Airport. This 5-star property features restaurant to make your stay more indulgent and memorable.

Highlights

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Daily housekeeping

Bar

Nightclub

Skiing

Facilities

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Luggage storage

Contactless check-in/out

Bar

Nightclub

Restaurants

Wi-Fi in public areas

Smoking area

Value for money7.3
Location rating8.8
Nearest airportWanaka Airport (WKA)
Distance to airport9.1 km

Rooms available at Base Wanaka Hostel

Very good
Room comfort & quality

7.6

Twin Ensuite
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  • Room size: 25 m²/269 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 2 single beds
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Mixed 6-Bed Dormitory
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  • Room size: 25 m²/269 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 bunk bed
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Triple Ensuite
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  • Room size: 25 m²/269 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 3 single beds
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8 bed dorm
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 8 single beds
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Double Room
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  • Room size: 25 m²/269 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 double bed or 2 single be...
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10-Bed Dormitory -- Mixed
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Shared bathroom
  • 1 bunk bed
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Dormitory -- Female Only
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  • Room size: 25 m²/269 ft²
  • Shared bathroom
  • 4 single beds
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Triple Room with Private Bathroom
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  • Room size: 2 m²/22 ft²
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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 3 m²/32 ft²
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Bed in Female Dormitory Room
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    Frequently asked questions

    What kinds of entertainment are available at Base Wanaka Hostel?

    Base Wanaka Hostel offers karaoke while you lounge at this property, supplying visitors with entertainment value all throughout your remain here.

    Is car parking available at Base Wanaka Hostel?

    Base Wanaka Hostel provides car park nearby for all guest visitors traveling with a vehicle. Please contact the property for more information, or log into your Agoda account and contact the property through Agoda's direct message chatbox.

    What is the average travel time to a nearby airport from Base Wanaka Hostel?

    The average travel time to get from Base Wanaka Hostel to the airport is 10 minutes, but please take into account that the travel time may vary based on traffic, weather conditions, and time of day.

    What are the property's policies for children's bedding at Base Wanaka Hostel?

    Base Wanaka Hostel's policy pertaining to children's bedding considers guests age 2 years and older as adults, and therefore requires an extra bed which will incur an additional cost. You can find additional information about specific child policy and age range for this property, by checking the "Property policies" section located in the property page for more details.

    What do verified guests like most about Base Wanaka Hostel?

    Past guests that stayed at Base Wanaka Hostel have given this property a rating of 8.817 for its excellent location as the main highlight for their stay.

    What is the verified guest review consensus about Base Wanaka Hostel's coffee?

    100.0% of our verified customer reviews have given an optimistic appraisal and comments about this property's coffee. You can look up on more detailed customer reviews, and comments for Base Wanaka Hostel down in the review section.

    What is the verified guest review consensus about Base Wanaka Hostel's spa?

    67.0% of our verified customer evaluations have given a positive review and comments about this property's spa. You can look up on more detailed customer reviews, and comments for Base Wanaka Hostel down in the review section.

    What is the typical rating that verified Solo travelers' have given to Base Wanaka Hostel?

    Past solo travelers that have stayed at this property have given Base Wanaka Hostel an average rating of 7.5. You can look up more detailed customer reviews and evaluations by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

    What is the average rating that verified Couples' have given to Base Wanaka Hostel?

    Verified couple travelers that have stayed at this property have given Base Wanaka Hostel an average rating of 7.4. You can look up on more detailed customer assessments, and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified guest travelers down in the review section.

    What is the typical rating that verified Families with older children have given to Base Wanaka Hostel?

    Past families with older children that have stayed at this property have given Base Wanaka Hostel an average rating of 7.1. You can look up more in depth customer ratings and feedback by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

    What is the closest airport to Base Wanaka Hostel?

    The closest airport to Base Wanaka Hostel is Glentanner Airport, 118.0 km away.

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    What people love about Base Wanaka Hostel

    • 9.6

      Exceptional
      Cleanliness

      "Room is clean ."

      ChuiChie

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      June 10, 2019

    • 8.4

      Excellent
      Location

      "Location is good which is very convenient for travelling in Wanaka."

      cheng

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      August 3, 2020

    • 10

      Exceptional
      Location

      "Great location and a lot of convenient store"

      yaw

      |

      October 12, 2019

    Property ranking|Compared to 292 Wanaka properties
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    Location score
    8.8/10
    Room comfort score
    7.6/10
    Room size
    26 sqm.
    Value for money score
    7.4/10
    Better than
    93
    %
    of Wanaka properties
    Better than
    92
    %
    of Wanaka properties
    Bigger than
    92
    %
    of Wanaka properties
    Better than
    90
    %
    of Wanaka properties
    Overall rating:

    7.4

    Very good
    358 reviews
    Cleanliness
    6.8
    Facilities
    6.5
    Location
    8.8
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    What travelers say they love:
    The room, bed, bathroom is super clean.
    Thanasak from Thailand
    Group
    More about Base Wanaka Hostel

    More about Base Wanaka Hostel

    Base Wanaka Hostel

    Get the most adventure during your time in Wanaka when you book a room at Base Wanaka Hostel. No plan is a great plan. Get to whatever interests you in Wanaka, conveniently with a stay at Base Wanaka Hostel, just 9.1 km from Wanaka Airport.
    Enjoy all that Base Wanaka Hostel has to offer! Keep up with all your communications easily with the hostel's free Wi-Fi. Car hire services provided by the hostel make exploring Wanaka even more convenient. Front desk service is provided at the hostel including luggage storage.
    Feeling lazy? In-room conveniences like daily housekeeping let you get the most out of your room time. For the comfort and health of all guests, smoking is not permitted anywhere within the hostel. Smoking is allowed only in the designated smoking areas provided by hostel.
    Enjoy the services offered at Base Wanaka Hostel from the convenience of your guestroom. In-room entertainment amenities are available in some rooms and include television and cable TV. Bathroom amenities are just as important as others, and at the hostel you'll find a hair dryer available in some guest bathrooms.


    Dining and things to do

    A variety of convenient and tasty dining options are waiting for you at the hostel, for whenever you get hungry. A memorable night with your travel companions can be had without going far, at the hostel's karaoke rooms, bar and nightclub. Do you prefer to cook your own meals? Then you'll love the in-house shared kitchen.
    Fill your days with the array of activities and facilities offered at Base Wanaka Hostel. Indulge in winter's best and hit the slopes every day, made easier with ski slopes right on-site. Engage in some easy evening fun with other guests with the hostel's hiking trails. Get social at the hostel's shared lounge and TV area, where you can meet other guests.


    Reasons to stay here

    Find some of the city's best deals here with rooms 98% cheaper than other options.
    Find some excellent dining options here, where past guests have rated onsite or nearby dining better than 91% of the city's other accommodations.
    Ranking higher than 93% of the city's accommodations options, this is a great choice for location.

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    Amenities and facilities

    Good
    Facilities

    6.5

    Most talked about facilities

    Housekeeping

    16 mentions

    Internet

    4 mentions

    Food & Dining

    2 mentions

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    2 mentions

    Languages spoken
    • English
    Internet access
    • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
    • Internet
    • Wi-Fi in public areas
    Things to do, ways to relax
    • Hiking
    • Karaoke
    • Nightclub
    • Skiing
    Cleanliness and safety
    • Daily disinfection in all rooms
    • First aid kit
    • Hand sanitizer
    • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
    • Staff trained in safety protocol
    • Temperature check for guests and staff
    Dining, drinking, and snacking
    • Bar
    • Restaurants
    • Shared kitchen
    Services and conveniences
    • Contactless check-in/out
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Elevator
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Luggage storage
    • Smoke-free property
    • Smoking area
    Access
    • Pets allowed
    Getting around
    • Car park [nearby]
    • Rental car

    Food and dining

    Breakfast options
    • Continental

    Location

    73 Brownston St, Wanaka 9035, Wanaka, Wanaka, New Zealand, 9381
    Excellent
    Location

    8.8

    Airports
    • Wanaka Airport (WKA)
      9.1 km
    • Queenstown Airport (ZQN)
      47.2 km
    Hospital or clinic
    • Wanaka Unichem Pharmacy
      140 m
    Convenience store
    • Wanaka Night ‘n Day
      430 m
    Cash withdrawal
    • ATM
      130 m
    Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

    Property policies

    Children and extra beds

    Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

    All children are welcome.

    Children 0-1 year(s)
    Must use an extra bed
    If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
    Guests 2 years and older are considered as adults
    Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
    Others
    • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Some helpful facts

    Check-in/Check-out
    • Check-in from14:00
    • Check-out until10:00
    • Reception open until22:00
    Getting around
    • Travel time to airport (minutes)10
    The property
    • Number of rooms 47
    • Year property opened2008
    • Most recent renovation2008

    Reviews of Base Wanaka Hostel from real guests

    Provided by verified guests of Agoda
    7.4
    /
    10
    Cleanliness6.8
    Facilities6.5
    Location8.8
    Room comfort and quality7.6
    Service7.6
    Value for money7.3
    High score for Wanaka
    Rating
    9+ Exceptional (43)
    8-9 Excellent (28)
    7-8 Very Good (46)
    6-7 Good (24)
    <6 Below Expectation (44)
    Time of the year
    Mar - May (32)
    Jun - Aug (36)
    Sep - Nov (52)
    Dec - Feb (65)

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    9.2
    Exceptional
    Cress from Malaysia
    Solo traveler
    Stayed 1 night in August 2016

    Too good for a backpacker.”

    I only spent 1 night in Base Wanaka, and it is significantly better than other backpacker hostels I've stayed throughout New Zealand. It is too good for a backpacker for that price!

    Reviewed August 17, 2016

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    10.0
    Exceptional
    Jiratnira from Thailand
    Solo traveler
    Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    Stayed 1 night in July 2018

    Ten out of ten”

    This hostel got really nice staff so helpful and always got smile on them face, when I stayed there got the problem is heater doesn’t work but they gave me discount 20% for responsibilities, kitchen so clean and big, have tv room and the best thing is behide os hostel have supermarket so super comfy to find some food also the hostel nearly wanaka tree as well. So Awesome of everything. Recommended!!!

    Reviewed July 21, 2018

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    Hi there, Thank you for the fantastic review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you choose to stay again! Until then, Happy travels!

    Responded November 22, 2018
    Base Wanaka Hostel
    10.0
    Exceptional
    Riana from Canada
    Couple
    10-Bed Dormitory -- Mixed
    Stayed 1 night in November 2019

    Good hostel in Wanaka”

    We were not supposed to stay in Wanaka for the night but we had a flat tire. Good thing there is Base! We booked through Agoda and checked in around 10pm with ease. Breakfast (cereal, milk, tea, coffee) available in the morning. Parking in the residential area. Staff was helpful, wifi good.

    Reviewed December 02, 2019

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    9.3
    Exceptional
    Ross from United Kingdom
    Couple
    Stayed 1 night in August 2012

    Perfect location and a great party hostel”

    Bar downstairs, large, clean, modern rooms

    Base Wanaka is a great place to stay, the staff are friendly and helpful, the whole place feels fresh and modern, there is a bar downstairs and the location is perfect. Would definitely go back.

    Reviewed September 26, 2012

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    8.4
    Excellent
    cheng from Hong Kong SAR, China
    Couple
    Mixed 6-Bed Dormitory
    Stayed 2 nights in July 2020

    Excellent”

    Good wifi. Location is good which is very convenient for travelling in Wanaka. Clean in bathroom. Just being noise at night due to the pub downstairs. So far I can sleep well at all. As it may not be a season, there are not lots of people. It is a good choice to live in which the price is cheap with value compared to living in summer. Staff is so nice which they help you to solve your problem which I am appreciated.

    Reviewed August 04, 2020

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    9.2
    Exceptional
    Wakana from New Zealand
    Solo traveler
    Stayed 1 night in October 2019

    Exceptional”

    I stayed for two nights in 8 shared female dormitory. The room was wide enough, luggages could be kept in each cage under the bunk beds (can be locked, if you have own) which's pretty handy. The receptionists are polite and friendly. I enjoyed pop NZ arts wall paper in lounge area. Also, serial for breakfast was helpful service. Although, Monday night there was a party held till 1am. I understand it was a hostel service for guests...but it wasn't the right choice for me at night that I needed good sleep before drive great distance next day. Anyway, this hostel really helped saving accommodation fee and it worth.

    Reviewed October 23, 2019

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    Hi Wakana, Thanks for taking the time to leave us such a great and detailed review! We're very glad to hear that you enjoyed the facilities at Base and had an overall enjoyable experience! In regard to the noise, please do not hesitate to let one of our friendly staff members know. They are always willing to help with any issues or concerns! Happy and safe travels, Base Wanaka

    Responded October 26, 2019
    Base Wanaka Hostel
    8.8
    Excellent
    Ioannis
    Couple
    Twin Ensuite
    Stayed 1 night in May 2019

    Excellent”

    We had a nice stay in the center of Wanaka! The stuff was friendly and the place has many large shared areas. We had a double room with a private bathroom which was nice in general but unfortunately didn't seem like it was properly cleaned for a while. Thank you.

    Reviewed May 29, 2019

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    Hi Ioannis, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Great to hear that you had a wonderful time at this great location in the center of Wanaka. Happy Travels!

    Responded May 31, 2019
    Base Wanaka Hostel
    7.3
    Very good
    LEE from Malaysia
    Family with young children
    Stayed 1 night in February 2012

    Great location ”

    Value for Money

    Base Wanaka Hotel located near Wanaka lake and within walking distance to hot spots. Although the room is small, but it is well kept and we pretty happy with the room. Especially the receptionist was very helpful. Good experience to stay in back packer hotel.

    Reviewed February 27, 2012

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    8.0
    Excellent
    Gordon from United Kingdom
    Couple
    Stayed 1 night in January 2014

    Great stay and pleasantly surprised”

    prize, size, location

    Great stay at Base. Only stayed one night and were looking for a budget room. We did get a fantastic rate via agoda. Staff very nice. No noise to be heard at night and really close to the rest of Wanaka. Next door to New World.

    Reviewed January 13, 2014

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    7.6
    Very good
    enrico from New Zealand
    Solo traveler
    Double Room
    Stayed 3 nights in October 2020

    Very good”

    I always come here when I visit Wanaka why? The location, the price but I am starting to question the cleanliness of the place as for the second time that I have stayed I doubt if they even change the bedsheets as they snel like people have been using it for months. And the cleanliness of the commin kitchen is quite questionable as well. This time I have to think twice if I ever comeback. Although the price and the location is ultra convinient and worth ti.

    Reviewed October 15, 2020

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    9.2
    Exceptional
    Brit from Estonia
    Solo traveler
    10-Bed Dormitory -- Mixed
    Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

    Exceptional”

    I stayed in a 10-bed dorm and the aisles between the beds were full of backpacks because there was nowhere else to put them. This meant that it was impossible to get to the locked cages under the beds and also not to trip over anything when trying to get out of the room at night. But the beds are comfortable, bathrooms are excellent although the water pressure isn't that good. Everything is clean and tidy. So although it lacks the charm of smaller hostels, it's worth the money.

    Reviewed May 26, 2017

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    7.2
    Very good
    Ince from Indonesia
    Solo traveler
    8 bed dorm
    Stayed 1 night in November 2017

    Good location”

    The hostel near the lake and in walking distance to "that wanaka tree". Overall, it was better than Base Auckland.

    Reviewed November 18, 2018

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    Hi there, Thank you for your review and feedback. We are glad you took advantage of our prime location! Happy travels!

    Responded November 20, 2018
    Base Wanaka Hostel
    5.3
    Dato from Malaysia
    Family with young children
    Stayed 1 night in December 2011

    base wanaka cant be called a hotel but hostel”

    This Hostel type is good for young travallers, it has a convenient location.

    When I checked in late at the Base Wanaka and found it to be a Hostel similar to YMCA, I realised it is not recommended for family travelling with young children. Nothing is avalable after 10p.m. not even hot water in the room. Bathroom/toilets is very small. at late night, the surronding was very noisy when the young traveller starts to sing and have fun in their room and/or nearby. It is definately not recommneded for family travelling with kids.

    Reviewed December 09, 2011

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    8.4
    Excellent
    Beverly from Philippines
    Couple
    Stayed 1 night in July 2020

    Will definitely come back”

    Receptionist was very helpful and approachable. Along the road and near groceries so for the location definitely will give 5⭐️. There’s a lift so heavy stuff would not be a problem. No parking but you can park nearby which is free. Room was clean except for the linen😞. Price is very acceptable for a night😊 👌🏽

    Reviewed July 24, 2020

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    7.2
    Very good
    Malgorzata from Poland
    Solo traveler
    Stayed 4 nights in September 2018

    Ok but quite loud”

    Cheap. Good location. Lockers under the beds. Big bathrooms. Heater in the room. Small dorm. Quite low water pressure in the shower and water not hot enough. Loud noise during night from the bar under the hostel.

    Reviewed October 02, 2018

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    Hi there, Thank you so much for your feedback, we do really appreciate it. We are sorry you had this experience with our water pressure, Its something we do monitor however, at certain busy points of the day it can drop a little. We are so glad you enjoyed our rooms though! and we would love to have you again. Until then, happy travels.

    Responded October 09, 2018
    Base Wanaka Hostel
    9.3
    Exceptional
    Sing from Malaysia
    Couple
    Stayed 1 night in October 2011

    Lovely Hotel with efficient receptionists”

    A new hotel with lots of security features

    Arrived at 2pm. A great crowd of more than 20 back packers just arrived for check in. 2 Receptionists on duty are very efficient and succeeded in getting everybody checked in in about 15 minutes. Room is new,clean, small but comfortable. No refigerator or kitchenette in the room but they have a very well equipped communal kitchen and dinning room which provide great opportunity for guests to socialise.In house restaurant serves great dinner at NZD 8.00. A real steal in South Island.

    Reviewed October 29, 2011

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    7.2
    Very good
    Will from United Kingdom
    Couple
    8 bed dorm
    Stayed 1 night in May 2019

    Very Loud Downstairs Bar”

    The Hostel was alright, wouldn't recommend on a saturday night. The noise from the attached bar was ridiculous throughout the night. When we asked as to when the bar closed, we were very unhelpfully told that it depended how busy it was and it could be any time between 10pm and 3am.

    Reviewed May 21, 2019

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    Hi Will, Thanks for your feedback. We appreciate that. Too bad to hear that you did not like it so much. We will definitely take your feedback seriously. It seems that you stayed in a night where we had a 'special' in the bar. It can be a bit noisy sometimes. But the earplugs normally prevent you from that. Anyway if you have any issues feel free to come the reception and we try our best to help you out (change your room in a worst case). We are glad that you enjoyed your stay in Wanaka. Happy travels :)

    Responded May 23, 2019
    Base Wanaka Hostel
    6.0
    monique from New Zealand
    Couple
    Stayed 2 nights in August 2013

    Stay somewhere else if a couple”

    Location is good. That's about it.

    King bed is 2 x singles shoved together. Tiny room, broken tv that no one knew how to fix. Extractor fan didn't go in tiny bathroom, weren't cleaned properly there was a panadol or tablet still lying in the floor when we arrived. Impossible to brush teeth with a shelf directly above sink. Shower was ok but it pooled and didn't drain properly. Towels replaced daily but nothing else! So they took face cloths etc and didn't replace... Will pay a bit more to stay somewhere nicer next time!! Nice sheets....and Wanaka is beautiful.

    Reviewed August 16, 2013

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    4.4
    Hau from Hong Kong SAR, China
    Couple
    Twin Ensuite
    Stayed 2 nights in January 2018

    Poor choice”

    Very noisy, dirty and very very very hot. So many bugs in the room. And the staffs are very unhelpful, always introduce expensive service to us. ( just like I need a transport to Wanaka airport, base Wanaka hostel charge me 35 nzd per one way one people. Other company only charge around 20 nzd per return ). Hard to fall a sleep. Nice location.

    Reviewed January 06, 2018

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    6.4
    Good
    Oscar-Oliver from New Zealand
    Solo traveler
    SANCTUARY (GIRLS ONLY) ENSUITE
    Stayed 3 nights in February 2020

    Good”

    Positive sides first. Duty manager was incredibly helpful so that's was definitely a highlight. Private ensuite room is nice and shared bathrooms were pretty clean too but I wouldn't take a shared room there. The kitchen was not as clean as in other hostels I've stayed at in the same area and alcohol was strictly forbidden unless purchased at the bar. Got red bite marks during my stay there which went away after I left. Short stay is fine but overall, there are other hostels with cleaner kitchens and more flexible alcohol policies so you can cook your own meal with wine.

    Reviewed July 02, 2020

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