BASE Wanaka has arrived! Following the BASE tradition this is a one stop hostel in the centre of beautiful Wanaka only minutes walk from what can only be rated as one of the most beautiful lake and mountain vista views in the world.
With two floors of accommodation, BASE Wanaka is setting a new standard in budget and luxury backpacker accommodation. You can enjoy your dinner on our second floor guest kitchen balcony while watching the sunset - which is second to none!
BASE Wanaka has an excellent, central location; just a few minutes walk to shops, cafés and local stores. Superior facilities, fun communal areas and friendly local staff make this the perfect place to stay.
Mint Bar and Café is open from 4pm offering excellent service and value priced high quality meals.
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Facilities available!
- Located in the centre of town
- Central heating
- Double glazing on all windows
- Global Gossip High speed internet café with wireless capabilities
- Private rooms with LCD TV’s and en-suite bathrooms
- Quality linen, with fully made up beds
- Sanctuary - Female only rooms
- State of the art TV room
- On site guest laundry
- Fully equipped guest kitchen with lake view balcony
Base is right in the centre of Wanaka. Located two blocks from the lake and in the middle of Wanaka's shops restaurants and bars this is the most convenient budget accommodation in town!
To and from the airport: Shuttles and taxis are located outside the airport terminal and will drop you off at our front door. The cheapest way to get to BASE is by shuttle as taxis cost more. When you are ready to leave, just ask our friendly reception crew to book your return shuttle to the airport.
Driving: Finding BASE is very easy as we are located in the centre of Wanaka on Brownston Street right behind the New World car park.
Backpacker Buses: Backpacker buses will drop you at our door - just tell the driver you are staying at Base Wanaka
Mint Bar!
Located in central downtown Wanaka, Mint bar is a fully licensed bar with menu items to suit all tastes & budgets. Come in and try our locally roasted VENUS coffee and a pizza from the gourmet pizza menu which starts from 4pm. Dinner options range from steaks to salads – Something for everyone!
Mint bar will be hosting local and international DJ’s and events. Featuring a large dance floor and a chill out zone with an indoor/ outdoor fire place. The latest plasma TV screens to catch up on the weeks sports or videos. A local based wine list and cocktail menu is also available. The outside court yard is perfect for alfresco dining beside the fireplace and a glass of mulled wine.
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Wanaka is a town situated on the shores of Lake Wanaka in the South Island of New Zealand. It is the gateway to Mount Aspiring National Park.
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[Edit] Get in
[Edit] By Air
The closest international airport is at Queenstown which services flights from Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne. Domestic flights are handled from Auckland and Christchurch. Wanaka is also served by at least two flights daily from Christchurch by Air New Zealand.
[Edit] By Road
Buses from all major cities stop in Wanaka. Timetable here. The cheapest option is nakedbus.com - fares on this service start at $1 if you book early enough.
Approximate distances:
- Queenstown 70 km
- Christchurch 430 km
- Dunedin 280 km
[Edit] Get around
The town is compact and located on the lakeshore. It is an easy walk to shops and restaurants. A number of operators offer car or mountain bike hire.
[Edit] See
- Stuart Landsborough's Puzzling World, 443-7489, [1]. Located just outside of town, Puzzling World's major feature is The Great Maze, a 1.5km, two story maze of confusing passages. The site also features dozens of optical illusions and puzzles. Open daily 8:30am-5:00pm.
- Warbird Museum, [2]. Showcases WW2 Fighter aircraft and more, featuring the Hurricane, Mustang, Spitfire and Polikarpov fighters.
- Warbirds Over Wanaka, [3]. An air show held every second Easter long weekend (last was in 2006). See over 50 aircraft from the biplanes of WW1, the stars of WW2, the Korea fighters and the jets of Vietnam. Also military vehicles and Harley Davidson motor cycles.
- Wanaka Beer Works, [4]. Located at Wanaka Transport Museum. Learn about the brewing process and sample a brew or two in the tasting room.
- Wanaka Autumn Arts Festival. This celebration of the arts occurs every year in late March.
[Edit] Do
- Fishing, the surrounding lakes and rivers offer superb Fly Fishing. The rivers are stocked with both Brown and Rainbow Trout.
- Skiing, Lake Wanaka is both a skiers and snowboarders paradise. Close to 4 ski resorts. Heliskiing and cross country skiing are also possibilities.
- Wine, take a tour around the local estates
