The Brownston Hostel | Hostel in Wanaka

8.2 (1193 Reviews) |   49 Bedrooms  5 Bathrooms  16 Guests
Wanaka Hostel | The Brownston Hostel

49 Bedroom Hostel in Wanaka

Located in Wanaka and with Puzzling World reachable within 1.5 miles, The Brownston Hostel provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. The property has a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests. The Wanaka Tree is 1.2 miles from the hostel, while Cardrona is 22 miles away. Queenstown Airport is 39 miles from the property.

The Brownston Hostel is located in Wanaka.

This 49 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 1193 reviews with the average score of 8.2 . Coming to Wanaka and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

TV
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Internet
Kitchen

Facility Overview

Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Pool table
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property
  • Family rooms
  • Heating
Guest Services
  • Baggage storage
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Sun deck
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV outside property
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • First aid kits available
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Cashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/out

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Reviews

Value for money:
7.81
Location:
9.34
Staff:
8.78
Facilities:
8.36
Comfort:
8.45
Cleanliness:
8.57
Rachele
Nov 8, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
Denmark
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: By far one of the best hostels I’ve been at - clean, comfortable, and well-equipped!
Summary: Super nice hostel
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Bed in 3-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 14 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet, Shared bathroom, Shower

General

Key card access, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access, Reading light, Smoke Alarm, Heating

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Double Room with Private Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 15 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet, Shower, Private bathroom, Towels, Toilet paper

General

Key card access, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access, Reading light, Smoke Alarm, Heating

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 12 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet, Shower, Shared bathroom, Towels, Toilet paper

General

Key card access, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access, Reading light, Smoke Alarm, Heating

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Triple Room with Private Bathroom
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 14 m2
3 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet, Shower, Private bathroom, Towels, Toilet paper

General

Key card access, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access, Reading light, Smoke Alarm, Heating

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom
Room Type: Quad
Room Size: 18 m2
4 Twin bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet, Shower, Private bathroom, Towels, Toilet paper

General

Key card access, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access, Reading light, Smoke Alarm, Heating

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Twin Room with Bathroom
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 15 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Twin Room with Bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet, Shower, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Body soap, Towels, Toilet paper

General

Key card access, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access, Reading light, Smoke Alarm, Heating

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Budget Twin Room
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 11 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet, Shower, Private bathroom, Shampoo, Body soap, Towels, Toilet paper

General

Key card access, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access, Reading light, Smoke Alarm, Heating

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
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