The Brownston Hostel - Wanaka
-44.697148, 169.13522Overview
The Brownston Hostel, located within 2 km of Basecamp Wanaka Climbing Centre, features Wi-Fi throughout the property. Located adjacent to Gallery Thirty Three, this hostel is providing guests with baggage storage.
Location
Prophet's Rock Wines is also situated a mere 8 minutes' walk away. Wanaka Lavender Farm is within a 10-minute drive of the hostel.
The nearest airport is Queenstown, which is 65 km from this accommodation.
Rooms
Each room at The Brownston Hostel is equipped with a separate toilet and a shower, as well as carpet flooring. Also, the presence of bath sheets in the bathrooms ensures a comfortable stay.
Eat & Drink
Paulies Fish n Chips street food restaurant is near this accommodation. There is a shared kitchen provided.
Rooms and availability

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Max:1 person
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Bed options:1 Bed in shared room
Essential information about The Brownston Hostel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 66 NZ$ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 400 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 63.0 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Queenstown, ZQN |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
- Hotels nearby
Reviews of The Brownston Hostel
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missingWrote a review on 15 Apr
I had a great stay! The location is fab - just a 5-minute stroll to the supermarket and bus stops, which made exploring super easy. The common area is spacious and comfy, with decent Wi-Fi and a full kitchen that I loved using. Plus, the place was spotless and had warm blankets for those chilly nights!
The ensuite bathroom felt cramped, making it a bit tricky to navigate. I really missed having heating in the room; it got quite cold. Lastly, the sound insulation isn't great, so I was often disturbed by doors slamming at night.
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missingWrote a review on 16 Mar
The central location made it easy to walk around and enjoy the town. I loved having ample space to cook and store my food, plus the cozy communal area was perfect for socializing after a day out. The rooms were spacious and clean, and there were plenty of showers and toilets available, so I never faced any wait times. The staff were friendly and helpful, adding to the overall positive experience.
I totally recommend this hotel.
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missingWrote a review on 03 Jan
The superb location near the supermarket and a short walk to Wanaka Lake made it family-friendly. The massive, clean kitchen provided ample cooking and dining space, and the relaxed common areas were perfect for unwinding after exploring nearby landmarks like Puzzling World and That Wanaka Tree. Friendly staff added to the experience, making our few days enjoyable.
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missingWrote a review on 07 Dec
We had a lovely stay at the brownston, where everything was neat and tidy. the rooms were spacious with comfy beds and bedding, making it easy to relax after our adventures. we particularly enjoyed the various chill-out areas, including a cozy room for movie watching. the kitchen and dining space were also well-equipped, allowing us to prepare meals with ease. the staff were friendly and went out of their way to accommodate our late checkout request after a long hike, which we appreciated.
No issues at all! 😊.
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missingWrote a review on 22 Mar
Conveniently situated near the lake and town with easy parking nearby. Clean rooms with comfy beds and well-maintained common areas. Helpful and friendly staff available. Enjoyed the spacious kitchen and lounge areas for a relaxed stay. Great location close to amenities for an enjoyable trip.
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missingWrote a review on 12 Feb
Great location next to supermarket. Spacious, clean kitchen, free from bunk beds. Good wifi, friendly staff. Ideal for a short stay.
Empty rooms, ample power points, no A/C. Mosquitos present, no screens on windows.
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missingWrote a review on 17 Oct
The room was even better in person than in the photos. the view from the balcony was breathtaking. DEFINITELY coming back! .
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missingWrote a review on 18 Sept
My room had a small ensuite and just a bed. I wished there was a TV or more furniture. The hostel's location was great; walking distance to the supermarket. I'll recommend this hotel.
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missingWrote a review on 14 Aug
Central location, comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchen, clean communal areas, friendly staff, convenient check-in/out.
There was nothing I didn't like.
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missingWrote a review on 06 Jul
Excellent value for money, comfy room; location near the lake, fantastic staff.
The breakfast experience could be improved with more variety.
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missingWrote a review on 03 Jun
At Brownston, we appreciated the comfortable beds with quality linen and warm blankets. The communal kitchen and lounge areas were great, offering a cute atmosphere. The location, near a supermarket and with a nice view outside, was ideal. Our room lacked a bedside table, but the fresh air through the window made up for it. I'd recommend this hotel.
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