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Wanaka Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star ski hotel with 3 restaurants

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Suite | Lake view
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mexican cuisine
Reception
Front of property
Room, Garden View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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71 Ardmore Street, Wanaka, 9343
  • Place, Gallery Thirty Three
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pembroke Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Wānaka Golf Club
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wānaka Airport (WKA)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Room, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Room, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Wānaka

Near the slopes.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Gallery Thirty Three and Picture Lounge. Pembroke Park and Wānaka Golf Club are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Gallery Thirty Three - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pembroke Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Picture Lounge - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wānaka Golf Club - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Puzzling World - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Wanaka Hotel

3-star ski hotel with 3 restaurants
Getting to the slopes is a breeze with the hotel's ski shuttle (surcharge). At the end of the day, order après-ski drinks at the hotel's bar.

There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Wānaka hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 47 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • Built in 1964
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
Wanaka Hotel offers 47 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Wānaka hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary weekday newspapers, and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; NZD 25 to 40 per person
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Ski storage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 25.00 to 40 per person

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Wanaka Hotel to the airport?

Wanaka Hotel is 6.1 mi (9-min drive) away from the Wānaka Airport (WKA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wanaka Hotel?

As of Apr 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wanaka Hotel on May 10, 2026 start from $121, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Wanaka Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Wanaka Hotel.

Does Wanaka Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Wanaka Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between NZD 25.00 and 40 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at Wanaka Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Wanaka Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Wanaka Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Wanaka Hotel have a pool?

Wanaka Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Wanaka Hotel have a restaurant?

There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like Mexican cuisine, garden views, and al fresco dining.

Does Wanaka Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Wanaka Hotel to downtown Wānaka?

Wanaka Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Wānaka.

Wanaka Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 268 out of 751 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 304 out of 751 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 751 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 751 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 751 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

NICOLA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very comfortable room. Nice staff, and an added bonus was the Mexican restaurant right next door, Awesome tacos :-)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ani

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Vishalkumar

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Linda, inverness

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We were surprised that there was no elevator and no air conditioning. It’s an old hotel that needs to upgrade to the current times. And no USB ports for our devices. We would not have stayed there if we had known all of the above.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Albert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice view
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was clean with a comfortable bed, a good shower over the bath, and a balcony with a view in the direction of the lake, but the soundproofing around the connecting door between my room and the next one was poor, and I could hear everything. The hotel has its own restaurant, and is close to many others. Easy parking, friendly staff and fast wifi. I made use of the laundry ($2 per wash and $3 for drying), and I also used the communal kitchen to make sandwiches to take out - it's very well-equipped, but I could only find one sharp cook's knife in the whole kitchen, which is a problem when more than one person is preparing food in there. I would probably stay here again next time I visit Wanaka.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was well serviced nice towels and very convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Helpful staff, lovely room and laundry facilities a bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

NANSEOL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The best hotel that I have stayed in this NZ trip! Perfect Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room and bathroom was very clean, plenty of onsite parking and good to have laundry machines available for guests. Hotel location was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Len, Oakland

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean but tight rooms. Small fridge, only one side table and one chair vs 2 chairs on terrace.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wai Shir

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfy room. Great location. We didn’t hear a lot of noise from the surrounding rooms like others have said
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Wen

Traveled with family
Bathroom is too small. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

azna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was basic but clean. A bit dated but adds to the charm of the town
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Shai

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location close to the lake. Nice back yard.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pubudith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good sized room, quiet clean and comfortable. Good reception and easy parking. Great location for quick walk into town/lake front
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ng

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly Recommended! The staff were amazing — very friendly and helpful. A receptionist kindly helped us with our heavy luggage and showed us a shortcut to the car park. The room was cozy, clean, and the bed extremely comfortable. We had a pleasant stay and would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

nathan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a solid place to stay if you need a bed for the night. What got me was the movies are on DVD and you have to call the front to order them and have them play it for you..kinda odd. But overall great location with lots of food nearby
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025