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Wanaka Hotel

3.0 star property
Wānaka ski hotel with 3 restaurants and ski shuttle

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Nestled in the heart of the city, Wanaka Hotel offers a unique blend of eco-friendly charm and urban convenience. Take advantage of the ski shuttle, explore local flavors at one of three on-site restaurants or unwind with a coffee at our cafe.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Ski storage
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business centre
  • Ski shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Front desk safe

For families (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Fridge
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Room, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite

Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Map
71 Ardmore Street, Wanaka, 9343

What's nearby

  • Gallery Thirty Three - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pembroke Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Picture Lounge - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Wānaka Golf Club - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • That Wānaka Tree - 5 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 9 min drive
  • Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.) - 61 min drive
  • Ski shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Firebird - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wanaka Brew Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kai Whaka Pai - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Relishes Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Muttonbird - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Wanaka Hotel

  • Wanaka Hotel features a ski shuttle and puts you near winter activities such as downhill skiing and snowboarding. The pub is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Amigos Mexican Grill, one of 3 restaurants, which serves Mexican cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Skiers will appreciate access to ski storage. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 47 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • 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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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
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Off-site

    • Ski shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–1:00 PM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–1:00 PM on weekends
  • 3 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Ski shuttle (surcharge)
  • Golfing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1964
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Ski

  • Ski shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ski storage
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Amigos Mexican Grill – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specialises in Mexican cuisine and serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Bullock Bar and Grill – This pub serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Beanie Cafe – Overlooking the garden, this café serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and light fare. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

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

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 25.00 to 40 per person
  • Ski shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

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.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International

National rating

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

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Wanaka Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Wanaka 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 Wanaka Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Wanaka Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking is available.

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

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Wanaka Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as kayaking, rock climbing and skydiving, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Wanaka Hotel?

Yes, there are 3 on-site restaurants, featuring al fresco dining, Mexican cuisine and garden views.

Does Wanaka Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Wanaka Hotel like?

Wanaka Hotel is in the heart of Wānaka, a short 7-minute walk from Pembroke Park and 8 minutes' walk from Wānaka Golf Club.

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Reviews

Wanaka Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Fast and reliable WiFi was a convenient feature at this property. (3 reviews)
  • Breakfast was great with an in-house bakery and delicious food. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

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8/10 Very good

Great location, walk to everything
Helen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely spacious, clean room. Awesome location and great guest facilities.
Alessandra, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Well placed hotel - nearby basically everything. Friendly staff and well kept room.
Kintaro, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location. Price fair and good mountain and lake view.
Fan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good location and quiet room.
Christopher, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great spacious room, lake views, walkable
Phil, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and very comfortable room. Nice staff, and an added bonus was the Mexican restaurant right next door, Awesome tacos :-)
Darren, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Helpful staff, lovely room and laundry facilities a bonus!
Richard, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was well serviced nice towels and very convenient location
Marilyn, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room and bathroom was very clean, plenty of onsite parking and good to have laundry machines available for guests. Hotel location was excellent.
Linda, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room is clean and quiet
MEI KIT, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable spotless room
Lesley, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice view
Albert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We got an adjoining room and it was perfect for grandparents/grandkids. Amigos is two steps away and the lakefront is 3 minutes away. It was absolutely perfect.
Ani, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location- just a short walk to the lake and shops. Room is clean and comfortable. The reception staff is helpful and friendly. Will definitely book this place if I visit Wanaka again.
Wai Shir, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good location close to the lake. Nice back yard.
Shai, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Big room with a view. Lots of space and very clean. The only issue was no fan in the bathroom and no plug ins in the bathroom. Other than that it was a great hotel close to everything and staff were helpful
Dana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good sized room, quiet clean and comfortable. Good reception and easy parking. Great location for quick walk into town/lake front
P, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room was basic but clean. A bit dated but adds to the charm of the town
azna, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great place to stay, close to eateries and shops.
Pamela, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Bathroom is too small. Good location
Wen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean comfy room. Great location. We didn’t hear a lot of noise from the surrounding rooms like others have said
Aaron, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Room was comfortable however no air con and it was warm throughout the night. When checking in the receptionist just handed out key with no explanation of where the room was, not v welcoming. Location of hotel is good, near bars, restaurants and lake.
NICOLA, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice, so clean and good place to stay 👍
Thuy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location with all amenities nearby, shops, restaurant, room is clean and tidy
Zhihui, 1-night trip