Near the slopes.A stay at this B&B places you within half a mile (1 km) of Cardrona Distillery and 6 miles (10 km) of Cardrona Alpine Resort. Valley View Quad Chair is within 6 miles (10 km) and Whitestar Express Quad Chair is within 9 miles (15 km).
Millbrook Resort Golf Course - 31 min drive - 23.7 miles
Queenstown Gardens - 42 min drive - 32.8 miles
Coronet Peak Ski Area - 45 min drive - 34.8 miles
Getting around
Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
Base Cafe - 25 min drive
Cardrona Valley General Store - 2 min drive
Mezz Cafe Cardrona - 25 min drive
Captain's Run Cafe - Cardrona
Noodle Bar & Café - 25 min drive
About this property
Waiorau Homestead
4.5-star ski B&B with free breakfast
After a day on the snow, enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor swimming pool. This bed & breakfast's ski shuttle (surcharge) will get you to the slopes in no time.
Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Cardrona bed & breakfast.
1 building
1 floor
3 guestrooms or units
Built in 1928
Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
Manager's reception (free)
Ski equipment storage
Coffee in lobby
Self-service laundry
Storage area for luggage
Tour and ticket information
Wedding services available
Library
Terrace
Garden
BBQ grill(s)
Outdoor picnic space
Television in lobby
Smoking in designated areas
Waiorau Homestead offers 3 accommodations with washers/dryers and DVD players. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Premium digital television is provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Property amenities
Family friendly
DVD player
High chair
In-room washer/dryer
Laundry facilities
Living room
Outdoor pool
Separate bedroom
Soundproofed rooms
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours at scheduled times and on request
Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 30 km
Ski shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas
Free daily manager's reception
Things to do
Hot tub
Library
Outdoor pool
Ski storage
TV in common areas
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Room amenities
Entertainment
DVD player
HDTV with premium digital channels
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Down comforter
Egyptian cotton sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Slippers
Towels provided
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Free local calls
Free long-distance calls
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Living room
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Washer/dryer
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Private entrance
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50.0 per night.
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.00 per day.
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Airport shuttle fee: NZD 35 per person (one way)
Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 20.00 (one-way), (from 5 to 12 years old)
Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.00 per day
Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50.0 per night
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
We should mention
Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
National rating
For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.
Property is also known as
Waiorau
Waiorau Homestead
Waiorau Homestead Cardrona
Waiorau Homestead B&B Wanaka
Waiorau Homestead Wanaka
Waiorau Homestead B&B Cardrona
Waiorau Homestead Cardrona
Waiorau Homestead Bed & breakfast
Waiorau Homestead Bed & breakfast Cardrona
Frequently asked questions
How close is Waiorau Homestead to the airport?
Waiorau Homestead is 18.9 mi (30-min drive) away from the Wānaka Airport (WKA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Waiorau Homestead have an airport shuttle?
Waiorau Homestead offers an airport shuttle during limited hours, at scheduled times, for a charge of NZD 35 per person, one way.
Does Waiorau Homestead offer free breakfast?
Waiorau Homestead offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9 AM.
Is there a casino at Waiorau Homestead?
No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.
What time is check-in at Waiorau Homestead?
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.
Is there free parking at Waiorau Homestead?
This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.
Does Waiorau Homestead have a pool?
Waiorau Homestead features an outdoor pool.
Does Waiorau Homestead have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.
How close is Waiorau Homestead to downtown Cardrona?