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Minaret Station Alpine Lodge
"A hidden charm. Top of class in service and hospitality."
Reviewed on Nov 21, 2024
Cross Hill Glamping
"Expensive but unique. Great accommodation and nearby F&B options, including 10 minutes drive to Wanaka. Great for regional travel and right on the lake. May be too expensive for many for more than one night but worth the stretch for something very different. Unfortunately due to traffic issues we ..."
Reviewed on Sep 4, 2026
Cosy Kiwi Bach with lake views | Close to ski fields | 1 minute walk to the lake
"We enjoyed our 5 day stay in this cute, cozy bach! We had everything we needed for cooking, the bedding was very comfortable and we all slept well here. Beautiful scenery can be viewed right outside every window. The hosts were responsive, although we had no issues come up. We even had a beautiful ..."
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park
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Reviewed on Aug 11, 2026
Anglers paradise and great family holiday place
"Warm and cosy Fire for the cold nights pre loaded for when we arrived on a very wet cold night, and the heat pump had been turned on to take the chill off.Nice quiet location. Plenty of bedding options to accomadate different groups.Great communication from the hosts.We would happily stay again."
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Lake Hawea Lakefront Cabin
"First impressions as we parked beside their house was of disorder and we became abit unsure as to what we had booked.The unit was cold but neat and tidy.It could have benefited from a floor rug over the cold flooring., and a proper door mat at the entrance rather than a bath mat.A set of steps on ..."
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2026
The Camp - Lake Hawea
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Reviewed on Aug 23, 2026
Wonderland Makarora Lodge
"Wonderful Makarora Lodge - how can it be called wonderful? Do not stay here! Arrived April 27, 2028 approx 5:30 pm for a one night stay. Staff gone, picked up the two folded papers w/keys from reception area showing # of two chalets. Nothing has been done to the inside of the chalets for many many ..."
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2026
Lakefront House - overlooking Lake Hawea
Makarora Hotel & Travel Guide\n
Although you won't find any Travelocity-accredited options in Makarora there is one within a 19-mile (30-kilometer) radius.
Queenstown is situated 60 miles (93 kilometers) from Makarora. It offers convenient places to stay including the Matakauri Lodge and Eichardt's Private Hotel.
14 miles (22 kilometers) away from the center of Makarora is the Minaret Station Alpine Lodge.
The larger South Island district is certainly well worth seeing as well. South Island offers beaches, coastal plains and forests. The best visitor attractions include old towns and cathedrals. Popular things to do in this region of New Zealand include snowboarding.
Looking for things to do? You could spend the day discovering Lake Wanaka and Rippon Vineyard, which you'll find in Wanaka, 25 miles (41 kilometers) to the south of Makarora. A few Travelocity-recommended Wanaka rooms include the Lakeside Apartments and Distinction Wanaka Serviced Apartments. For another option, stay in Arrowtown, 50 miles (77 kilometers) to the southwest of Makarora, where you have the options of the Arrowtown Viking Lodge and Arrowtown Holiday Park. The Lakes District Museum and Millbrook Resort Golf Course are a couple of the most popular attractions to visit should you visit Arrowtown.
If watching sport is your passion, stop by Queenstown Event Centre, which is 55 miles (88 kilometers) to the southwest of Makarora. Book accommodation nearby to the action at the Element Escapes or the Asure Queenstown Gateway Apartments.
Queenstown International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights, and is 55 miles (89 kilometers) from downtown Makarora. Nearby accommodation options are Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa and Luxury Lake Suites.
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Cross Hill Glamping
"Expensive but unique. Great accommodation and nearby F&B options, including 10 minutes drive to Wanaka. Great for regional travel and right on the lake. May be too expensive for many for more than one night but worth the stretch for something very different. Unfortunately due to traffic issues we had to leave before breakfast but others highly rate that."
