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Wanaka Hotel

3.0 star property
Mountain ski retreat with 3 restaurants and bar/lounge

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Front of property
Reception
Equipment storage
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
Suite | Living room

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$274
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Room, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Room, Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
  • 20 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 King Bed

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Suite

Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
71 Ardmore Street, Wanaka, 9343

What's nearby

  • Pembroke Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Wānaka Golf Club - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Puzzling World - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Rippon Vineyard - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Mount Iron Lookout - 12 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kai Whakapai - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Curbside Coffee & Bagels - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Doughbin Bakery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Big Fig - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪B.Social Brewery & Bar - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Wanaka Hotel

Eco-certified hotel in the city centre
At Wanaka Hotel, you can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a garden and a hair salon. Skiers and snowboarders can spend time on the slopes at this hotel, which offers a ski shuttle and ski storage. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and Mexican cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket information and luggage storage
  • A computer station, a front desk safe and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Wanaka Hotel include comforts such as free WiFi and free weekday newspapers.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with DVD players
  • Balconies or patios, fridges and free infant beds

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, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Ski shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; NZD 25 to 40 per person
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Amigos Mexican Grill
  • Beanie Cafe
  • Bullock Bar and Grill

Things to do

  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1964
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 25.00 to 40 per person

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Hotel Wanaka
Wanaka Hotel
Wanaka Hotel Hotel
Wanaka Hotel Wanaka
Wanaka Hotel Hotel Wanaka

Frequently asked questions

Is Wanaka Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wanaka Hotel?

As of 7 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wanaka Hotel on 13 Jul 2025 start from NZ$274.00, 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 Wanaka Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Wanaka Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Wanaka Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Wanaka Hotel located?

Located near the slopes, this Wānaka hotel is situated in the city centre and within a 10-minute walk of Gallery Thirty Three, Wānaka Golf Club and Pembroke Park. That Wānaka Tree and Picture Lounge are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Wanaka Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 223 out of 676 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 283 out of 676 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 676 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 676 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 676 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, close to eateries and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean, friendly staff, central location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and excellent location. Rooms very clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Room was clean. Good coffee shop in front.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nader

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a Wanaka pit-stop. Centrally located, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and hotel had everything we needed. Loved the fresh cherries at check in!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Klara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great in all aspects
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room with a great view
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yat sin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice location

Nice location, could use a little bit of an update, but the location was great. Good parking and super safe and convenient to walk around town.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, very close to the waterfront and right in town centre. Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

WAI MAN RAYMOND

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely lovely town on the shores of Lake Wanaka. Lovely room, quiet and very close to all amenities.Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location just a couple of minutes walk into the town centre and the lake. Lovely staff on the front desk who were incredibly helpful. Room was a decent size with a fridge and kettle and had the added bonus of a balcony which overlooked the gardens.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, tidy, quiet and the bed was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

raveevun

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and functional. Beds were good. Quiet even though it’s next to the main road. Location is the best, can walk anywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

anthony p

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Everything perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super location to enjoy Wanaka town and lakefront. Squeaky clean. Very comfortable bed. Restaurant and coffee shop part of the hotel but also lots of dining options in short walking distance. Very quiet with carefully maintained grounds. Laundry is very helpful! Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and patient reception lady on 24/01 shift, answered all our questions nicely, 5 stars to her. Good location, very easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Gail L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean ensuite room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Kerry

A fairly basic property and not the views of the lake that you are given to believe in the advertising
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025