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Lake Mahinapua Hotel

3.0 star property
Ruatapu hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Surrounded by nature, Lake Mahinapua Hotel offers a serene retreat. Savor the flavors at the coffee shop/cafe or restaurant, and unwind in the beautiful garden or by the bar. With WiFi in public areas and free self parking, your stay is sure to be a relaxing escape.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (9)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Hot tub
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (4)

  • Garden
  • Free self-parking
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Room options

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Comfort House | Living area

Comfort House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 100 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory

Basic Shared Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Superior Cottage | Living area

Superior Cottage

  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
962 Ruatapu Rd, Ruatapu, West Coast, 7883

What's nearby

  • Hokitika Beach - 8 min drive - 11.7 km
  • National Kiwi Centre - 8 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre - 8 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Hokitika Glass Studio - 8 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve - 8 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hokitika Sandwich Company - West Coast - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fat Pipi Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stumpers Bar & Reasturant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Clocktower Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Lake Mahinapua Hotel

  • When visiting Ruatapu, Lake Mahinapua Hotel is a great choice to consider. The coffee shop/cafe is perfect for a bite to eat, and you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge or visit the Hot tub for a relaxing end to the day.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

What to do

  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Bike tour information
  • Beach access
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Zip-lining nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Bike parking
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Deep-pile carpet in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Housekeeping on request

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 5 to 25 per person

Policies

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.

This property does not have lifts.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Property Registration Number 9429047365544

Also known as

Lake Mahinapua Hotel Hotel

Lake Mahinapua Hotel Ruatapu

Lake Mahinapua Hotel Hotel Ruatapu

Frequently asked questions

Does Lake Mahinapua Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Lake Mahinapua Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Lake Mahinapua Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Lake Mahinapua Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Lake Mahinapua Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Lake Mahinapua Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking, mountain biking and zip-lining. Additional recreation on-site includes helicopter/aeroplane tours. Relax in the hot tub after a day on the slopes or enjoy the use of a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Lake Mahinapua Hotel?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

Does Lake Mahinapua Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

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Reviews

Lake Mahinapua Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

7.8

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet and very clean very enjoyable stay
Peter, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

What a fun hotel/motel!!! The staff was fantastic as was the evening atmosphere/entertainment. The parking was a little tricky to park close to the cabin/room.
Ashley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, what a great find. Hotel is done up fabulously, food excellent, staff couldn’t have been more helpful. Power shower, which after a days hiking was truly appreciated. Given a peaceful room so was nice and quiet. Will stay again! Thank you.
Julie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, nice atmosphere
Joseph, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

All my family love the room，good space for family of 6! Nice view from the end room, good kitchen facilities!
yang, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

R and R on a great location

Great stay just outside Hokitika 5mins heading south. Cooking area was a bit spartan with old school hobs which worked ok. Food was nice great portions of blue cod and chips with salad . Friendly staff great location
Julian, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and comfortable, tv had access to many streaming services for any catching up whilst on the road. Noise is moderate, you can hear the occasional door shutting from surrounding rooms and the wind might if it's strong but nothing too disturbing. Staff were approachable and lovely. Would definitely stay again if in the area. My only suggestion would be to consider relocating the coat hooks as any wet coats currently hang above the bed and lamp
Simon, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Not recommended couples or family stay . Good for backpacker or single people.
Chai theng, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Room was clean and Tidy. No milk provided for tea and coffee. Had to have black coffee in the morning. Bar and kitchen still wasn’t open when we left at 10am. Wouldn’t stay again.
Simon, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Loved our stay but found the restaurant and bar being closed on the Mondays a bit of a bummer and also the alcohol ban in rooms/on site was a surprise! However food was great the night we did eat there and the staff were all lovely and helpful. I imagine in summer it would be a great vibe. Beach just a stones throw away which was fabulous. Rooms were perfectly adequate for what we needed...clean..modern bathroom with great water pressure in the shower. We would definitely stay again
Tanya, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Hotel is something out a wild west movie. No cellphone coverage and limited wifi only if near the main building. Mondays the place is closed all locked up. My room was great tho had everything I needed. Clean and tidy. Ensuite was excellent clean and shower was hot. Excellent vegetarian burger and chips.
Annatjie, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Staff were lovely, location was good, the room was a good size and clean. There were a couple of issues. The toilet seat was broken and was not able to be fixed. Also one of the reasons for choosing this place was the washing facilities, unfortunately this was also broken and not able to be fixed during our stay. The cafe was also closed. All in all giving the impression the owners weren’t really interested in providing the best service.
lesley, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great sleep warm cabin
Ken, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A lovely historic place to stay- close to the beach , lake and wonderful walks . Highly recommended
joanna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fun place
Anita, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

I liked the cows and proximity to the lake.
Dave, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely, clean room.
Edwina, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Good value, clean, basic, as pictured. The issue here is it’s a “hotel” with a cool bar… but they were closing at 6pm on a Thursday when we arrived??? There were 3 other groups and people still coming in!!! The whole entry/bar/restaurant was locked by 7pm and still completely locked up at 10am next day???? Dropped my keys in a box and left - but heads up for arrivals - it seems likely the whole place will be shut and locked up… totally kills the vibe :/
Lauren, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

There was no amnities in the room, room was too small, we got up at 7 to start early trip but common kitchen was closed so we didnt have access to kettle hot water to have tea/coffee.
vitasta, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Communal kitchen could be improved. Rather small for number of users. Tea and coffee would be appreciated in room. No internet in our room
Juliet, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

I was not good place to stay overnight too much noise and party from the Kiwi experience tour group.The food was terrible and everything was run out when you try get something to order.I would not recommend people to stay here.
David, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Wasn't a huge fan of this place. The staff weren't very friendly and the sign says happy hour until 8:30, but they said it now ends at 8. They overcharged burgers for multiple people in our group. The property is rundown and the doors are both hard to open and loud. I'd never recommend staying here. They clearly take advantage of tourists and overcharge everything they can.
Andrea, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Bra läge för övernattning
Silvano, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

部屋は清潔でスタッフの対応も良く宿泊した3ベッドルームに宿泊しましたがWIFIの接続も良好でした。
Naoya, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Der Sonnenuntergang an der Beach
Walter, 1-night trip