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Lake Mahinapua Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Ruatapu with a coffee shop and a restaurant

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Exterior
Superior Cottage | Private kitchen
Bed sheets
Restaurant
Comfort Double Room | Bed sheets

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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962 Ruatapu Rd, Ruatapu, West Coast, 7883
  • National Kiwi Centre
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Westcoast Treetop Walk
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Hokitika (HKK)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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Room options

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Basic Shared Dormitory | Bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Comfort Double Room | Bed sheets

Comfort Double Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort House | Living area

Comfort House

  • 1076 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Cottage | Living area

Superior Cottage

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Ruatapu

Lake Mahinapua Hotel places you within a 10-minute drive of Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre and Hokitika Clock Tower. This 18-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, free self parking, and a hot tub.

What's nearby

  • Hokitika Beach - 8 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • National Kiwi Centre - 8 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre - 8 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve - 9 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Westcoast Treetop Walk - 9 min drive - 5.5 miles

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hokitika Sandwich Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kitchen Hokitika - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cafe 39 - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Clocktower Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Lake Mahinapua Hotel

Hotel in Ruatapu with a coffee shop and a restaurant
Guests staying at Lake Mahinapua Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and a garden. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area.
Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Balconies or patios are also included. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: NZD 5 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Hot tub

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 5 to 25 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 9429047365544

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Lake Mahinapua Hotel Hotel
Lake Mahinapua Hotel Ruatapu
Lake Mahinapua Hotel Hotel Ruatapu

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Lake Mahinapua Hotel?

Lake Mahinapua Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around Lake Mahinapua Hotel?

This hotel is located in Ruatapu, close to Hokitika Beach, Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre, and National Kiwi Centre. Westcoast Treetop Walk is also within a driving distance of 4.5 mi.

Will I be able to park at Lake Mahinapua Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does Lake Mahinapua Hotel have a casino?

No, Lake Mahinapua Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Lake Mahinapua Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is Lake Mahinapua Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a bar, a restaurant, and a nature reserve.

Are there hot tubs at Lake Mahinapua Hotel?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Lake Mahinapua Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Lake Mahinapua Hotel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Lake Mahinapua Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lake Mahinapua Hotel.

Does Lake Mahinapua Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Lake Mahinapua Hotel?

The closest major airport to Lake Mahinapua Hotel is Hokitika (HKK), which is 7.6 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Lake Mahinapua Hotel?

Yes, every guestroom at Lake Mahinapua Hotel comes with a balcony with some featuring garden views.

Lake Mahinapua Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 14 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

R and R on a great location

Great stay just outside Hokitika 5mins heading south. Cooking area was a bit spartan with old school hobs which worked ok. Food was nice great portions of blue cod and chips with salad . Friendly staff great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

yang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All my family love the room，good space for family of 6! Nice view from the end room, good kitchen facilities!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was not good place to stay overnight too much noise and party from the Kiwi experience tour group.The food was terrible and everything was run out when you try get something to order.I would not recommend people to stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Chai theng, Kennington

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not recommended couples or family stay . Good for backpacker or single people.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good as.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible. Nada recomendable

Terrible experiencia de inicio a fin. Estaba lleno de niños de 20 años, y todo estaba pensado para ellos, por lo que les ponen karaoke de 21 a 23h, y da igual lo mucho que griten o alboroten a cualquiero hora de la noche, no hay normas. No solo no se puede dormir por el escándalo y las voces de los fiesteros, si no que la cama es horrible también, imposible dormir. La cocina sucisima y ni la limpian cuando cierran de 21h a 6am. El baño sin papel y 2 duchas para mujeres para todo el camping. Desastroso. Nunca más
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024