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Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel

3.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Relax in the stylish bar area with a curved counter and comfortable seating.
Welcome to our reception area, where guests can check in and relax in a comfortable waiting space.
Relax in this stylish room with a large bed, table, and lamps, offering a view of the outdoors.
Stunning two-story building with a flat roof and balcony, set amidst a beautifully manicured lawn and lush greenery.
Enjoy al fresco dining under the shade of large umbrellas in a serene outdoor setting surrounded by lush greenery.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July

Room options

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Superior Room

Superior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Family Suite

Family Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Room

Standard Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
State Highway 8, Omarama, 9412

What's nearby

  • Totara Peak Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Clay Cliffs - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wrinkly Rams - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ladybird Hill Vineyard - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hot Tubs Omarama - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wrinkly Rams - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Merino Country Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boots & Jandals Hotel Omarama - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Four Seasons Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ladybird Hill - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel

Eco-certified hotel
Take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities and a bar at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge)
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 98 rooms offer comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Fridges and irons/ironing boards
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: NZD 33 for adults and NZD 16.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately NZD 33.00 for adults and from NZD 16.50 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Flag Heritage Gateway
Flag Heritage Gateway Hotel
Flag Heritage Gateway Hotel Omarama
Flag Heritage Gateway Omarama
Heritage Gateway Hotel Omarama
Heritage Gateway Omarama
Heritage Gateway
Heritage Gateway Hotel
Distinction Heritage Gateway
Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel Hotel
Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel Omarama
Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel Hotel Omarama

Frequently asked questions

Is Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel?

As of 14 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel on 15 Jul 2025 start from NZ$210.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel located?

Situated in Omarama, this eco-certified hotel is steps away from Clay Cliffs and Wrinkly Rams. Totara Peak Gallery and Ladybird Hill Vineyard are also within 10 minutes.

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Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 321 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 121 out of 321 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 321 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 321 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 321 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Wonderful location with what all the amenities a couple wants during their leisure
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

The location and staff hospitality is awsome.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Great place Large room. Kind staff Good dining neaby and close to sites of interest
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

We enjoyed our stay, not a new and modern hotel but comfortable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Stayed one night. Room was updated and clean. Restaurant and bar was lovely and food was great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10

For a Superior room booking it wasn't worth the room rate. Only two towels for three persons. Likewise, only two chairs despite the booking made for three. No cutlery. Carpet was dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Clean and Comfortable. great meals
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Older but well appointed rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Management went beyond our expectations to accommodate our specific needs. We enjoyed the proximity to Mount Cook
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10

An ok old-style hotel popular with big tour groups. Not longer in its prime.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10

Pokey little room next to the road
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

Old but clean and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10

Better upgrade interior and common area such as back yard gardening.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Excellent service and best property in that location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10

A convenient stop over. Hotel rooms are old fashioned Beds need upgrade Average stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

Good location and room was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10

The breakfast was amazing - included in room price and we didn't realise until we checked in. Huge complex but pretty quiet
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Perfect hotel to explore the Mt Cook national park. Huge space for two people, comfortable beds, big bathroom and super clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

Comfortable stay

8/10

Good place to stay for a base Beds and pillows a bit hard But would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10

Smelly inside the room and washroom.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Check in was easy, receptionist was were helpful, room was clean and spacious Would definitely use again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10

Dated but still very nice. Nice big rooms, comfortable bed, just comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

The room was tidy and the staff was friendly.