Mountain View Backpackers

Hostel/Backpacker accommodation7 Russell St, Wanaka, New ZealandShow on map

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Fabulous

Guests rate it highest for location, service and amenities.

Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.0 out of 10, at 7 Russell St.
Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.

Scenic Mountain Views and Adventure Await

Convenient Amenities: Mountain View Backpackers offers a shared kitchen, free WiFi, and a tour desk to assist guests in exploring Wanaka and its surroundings.

Outdoor Leisure: With a garden, sun terrace, and barbecue facilities, guests can relax and soak in the stunning mountain views after a day of outdoor activities.

Prime Location: Located just 2.1 km from Puzzling World and with easy access to hiking, skiing, and cycling spots, this hostel is the perfect base for adventure seekers.

What this place offers

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Garden
Hiking
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage

Rooms

8.6

Fabulous

Rated 8.6 out of 10 by 434 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness8.2
Service9.0
Location9.0
Rooms8.4
Amenities8.6
Value8.4
Food & drink8.5

Guests mention

Friendly staffGreat locationClean facilitiesSpacious dormsWell-equipped kitchen

Saila MFinland
August 2026Solo traveller
I chose this hostel mostly for its affordable price, but I was amazed by the functionality and coziness of the place. Everything was clean, very comfortable and neatly organised. There were pics of the staff, so you…
Chun YipAustralia
August 2026Solo traveller
Good value n comfortable place.
Only 4 rooms with 4 people each room, not a busy area which is good, place is clean n tidy , bed n pillow r comfortable.
Kitchen stove r underpower , takes long time to heat up the pan .
TerryUnited States
July 2026Couple
Loved it! Would stay again!
*Great location
*Easy check-in and out
*Full kitchen
*Towels provided
*Cute yard with picnic tables
*Great staff and nice guests
*Clean bathrooms
*There may have been a leak in the shower so the floor outside the…
LilyNew Zealand
July 2026Group
The location was excellent. Hayley was very informative and the facilities were great and clean.
The pillow was rock hard and I got a pretty sore neck.
FabienneNL
June 2026Solo traveller
Nice people in my room, nice staff, good shower facilities, lockers.
Barely any free food available, and only shelved, no separate place in the fridge for free food, but I guess the amount of food also depends on when…
CarolineGermany
May 2026Solo traveller
Super Gemütlich super zentral super günstig super Personal super Menschen tolle Geschichten von den Wanderern.
Musst do walk to Albert town

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.

Where you’ll be

7 Russell St, Wanaka, New Zealand

Guests rate the location 9.0 out of 10 — superb.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 2:00 PM until 05:00 PM

Check-out by 10:00 AM

No children

No pets

Free parking on site

Non-smoking rooms available

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

What we’d check for you here

That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about Mountain View Backpackers

What time is check-in and check-out at Mountain View Backpackers?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does Mountain View Backpackers allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at Mountain View Backpackers?

Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.

Does Mountain View Backpackers have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

Does Mountain View Backpackers have wheelchair accessible rooms?

The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.

How do I book Mountain View Backpackers?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is Mountain View Backpackers?

7 Russell St, Wanaka.

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