Welcome to AW!

Adventure Wanaka Hostel (AW) is a small-medium sized hostel with a maximum capacity of about 70 people – which we think is the perfect number for a fun and vibrant atmopshere, yet retaining that that small intimate, familial vibe that mature travellers love. AW is the most centrally located accommodation in town, you are just moments from Wānaka town centre. At night we guarantee you’ll sleep soundly,as there are no bars directly by us.

Our spacious and well designed rooms feature custom made hand-built timber bunks that sport ultra comfortable innerspring mattresses. You’ll have the luxury of two pillows with freshly laundered linen all made up and are ready to hop straight into. Each bunk also includes USB charging ports & electrical outlets, a reading light, ample shelving, a secure under-bed storage locker and privacy curtains. Our rooms also include A/C, heat pump, free high-speed wifi and towels are included as standard!

AW’s outdoor spaces are the best in town, with a grand courtyard and two deck areas. AW is a great place to enjoy a drink in the sun. The guest lounge, chill out room and dining areas are super spacious for such a small hostel. This allows plenty of room for guests to chill out, work nomadically or meet new friends. In our kitchen, you’ll be cooking up a feast where you’ll find it superbly equipped featuring everything from crockpot’s and crockery to salad knives and spices!

Our wonderfully friendly staff, whom all live on-site with our Guests, can help you plan your activities and time in Wānaka. We have locker rooms, luggage storage and secure bicycle parking and ski & snowboard storage. AW also offers loads of free stuff, and even a simple laundry service. Operated by a well-travelled owner, we draw on experience. We’ve cultivated and collated the best ideas from hostels across dozens of different countries, and put them all into this one place amazing place!