Wanaka Hotel

Property class: 3
Wānaka ski hotel with 3 restaurants and ski shuttle

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Wanaka Hotel features a ski shuttle and puts you near winter activities like downhill skiing and snowboarding. The pub is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out 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 travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 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 center
  • Ski shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Room, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned throw blanket, a bedside table with a phone, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Room, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, wall-mounted lights, a framed picture, and a large window with curtains.

Suite

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

DOUBLE GARDEN VIEW

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE LAKE VIEW

  • Sleeps 4

Double or Twin GARDEN VIEW

  • Sleeps 6

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About the neighborhood

Map
71 Ardmore Street, Wanaka, 9343

What's nearby

  • Lake Wānaka - 5 min walk - 0.5 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
  • Puzzling World - 2 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Dripping Bowl - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Curbside Coffee & Bagels - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Relishes Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cork - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Big Fig - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Wanaka Hotel

  • Wanaka Hotel features a ski shuttle and puts you near winter activities like downhill skiing and snowboarding. The pub is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out 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 travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 47 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

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

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

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

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking

Offsite

    • Ski shuttle*

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)

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

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

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • 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 crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Amigos Mexican Grill - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in Mexican cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
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

Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing 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

Property class

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
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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 to 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 RV/bus/truck 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 like kayaking, rock climbing, and skydiving, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Wanaka Hotel?

Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco 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 3-minute walk from Lake Wānaka and 7 minutes' walk from Pembroke Park.

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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

  • The on-site Mexican restaurant and nearby dining options were highly praised for their delicious food and convenient location. (25 reviews)
  • Free parking on site was a convenient and appreciated amenity for guests. (14 reviews)
  • Fast and reliable WiFi was a convenient feature at this property. (3 reviews)
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8/10 Very good

Staff very helpful, rooms clean, super convenient location. Good restaurants and cafe. Would stay here again
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10/10 Exceptional

Very well equipped. Laundry options, kitchen options etc which was very useful. Staff were friendly. Hotel is in a great location, right by a supermarket and all the great things to do in Wānaka. Would recommend.
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6/10 Good

The location was good and views were very nice. Restaurants were a nice option to have. Hotel was a little run down but fine for one night. No elevator for second floor if you have a heavy suitcase. Staff could have been a little warmer.
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8/10 Very good

Close to facilities and on site restaurants if you want.
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8/10 Very good

Location was great. Great facilities, restaurants etc, just next door.
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8/10 Very good

Great location, walk to everything
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely spacious, clean room. Awesome location and great guest facilities.
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10/10 Exceptional

Well placed hotel - nearby basically everything. Friendly staff and well kept room.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location. Price fair and good mountain and lake view.
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10/10 Exceptional

Helpful staff, lovely room and laundry facilities a bonus!
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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 :-)
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8/10 Very good

Good location and quiet room.
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was well serviced nice towels and very convenient location
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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.
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8/10 Very good

Great spacious room, lake views, walkable
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8/10 Very good

centrally located to the shore and local businesses. good recommendations.
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8/10 Very good

The room is clean and quiet
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay, close to eateries and shops.
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable spotless room
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8/10 Very good

Good location close to the lake. Nice back yard.
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8/10 Very good

Nice view
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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.
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10/10 Exceptional

parking is good... room clean... staff ok.. didnt use the laundry service. notice there is a big kitchen, but i didnt use it...
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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.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice, so clean and good place to stay 👍