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Wanaka Hotel

3.0 star property
Mountain ski retreat with 3 restaurants and bar/lounge

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

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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71 Ardmore Street, Wanaka, 9343
  • Place, Pembroke Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Picture Lounge
    ‪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
(11 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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

Room, Lake View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 King Bed

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

Room, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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

Suite

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

About the neighborhood

Wānaka

Located within a 5-minute walk of Gallery Thirty Three, Wanaka Hotel is within a 15-minute stroll of Picture Lounge. This 47-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with 3 restaurants, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

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

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

About this property

Wanaka Hotel

Mountain ski retreat with 3 restaurants and bar/lounge
Guests of Wanaka Hotel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a meeting room. There's free parking and a ski shuttle for a fee. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this ski hotel include a computer station, free newspapers, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with DVD players. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Amigos Mexican Grill
  • Beanie Cafe
  • Bullock Bar and Grill

Things to do

  • Ski storage

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1964
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • DVD player

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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 25.00 to 40 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; 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

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.
  • 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 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Are free cancellation options available at Wanaka Hotel?

Wanaka Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Wanaka Hotel?

As of Nov 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wanaka Hotel on Nov 29, 2025 start from $104.49, excluding 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.

What's there to see near Wanaka Hotel?

Located steps from Gallery Thirty Three, this hotel is in Wānaka, and within a 10-minute walk of Pembroke Park and Wānaka Golf Club. You'll also find Picture Lounge and Rhyme and Reason Brewery less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Wanaka Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Free RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Wanaka Hotel have a casino?

No, Wanaka Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Wanaka Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Wanaka Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include jetted bathtubs and lake views.

Does Wanaka Hotel have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Wanaka Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Wanaka Hotel has 3 restaurants, and serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will Wanaka Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Wanaka Hotel.

Does Wanaka Hotel have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How close is the airport from Wanaka Hotel?

The closest major airport to Wanaka Hotel is Wānaka Airport (WKA), which is 6.1 mi away (9 minutes by car). Another top airport is Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN), which is around 29.9 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Wanaka Hotel?

Yes, every guestroom at Wanaka Hotel comes with a balcony with some featuring lake or garden views.

Reviews

Wanaka Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 238 out of 703 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 292 out of 703 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 703 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 703 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 703 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark Jason

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Leng Suan Priscilla

Liked: Staff & service
Cafe and restaurant right under/around hotel so it got quite loud at times.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maki

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great and the room was very warm. Staff were friendly and it was just perfect for our ski trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ascher

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wanaka hotel was perfect in every way. Central to everything, clean and the use of kitchen and laundry facilities was excellent. I have rebooked for next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cem

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfy nice room, i was expecting sky for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claus von

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy and nice. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhihui

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location with all amenities nearby, shops, restaurant, room is clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice. Very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The manager decided to have all the Lake View room carpets washed at the same time which meant that there were NO lakeview rooms available. We have travelled nineteen thousand km and booked A LAKEVIEW ROOM only to be told that all the carpets were still wet and therefore unsuitable. Who does this kind of thing to customers??? The receptionist was lovely. Really kind and friendly, but she was having to cover for someone who clearly did not care about the hotels guests. We paid for the view. They decided to withdraw all lake view rooms with no corresponding offer of either a refund or discount. In fairness we we provided with breakfast - but hey, I can get breakfast anywhere - I can't travel nineteen thousand km everyday to wake up to a Lake Wanaka view!! There was absolutely no point in complaining to the manager - because there was absolutely nothing which could be done. The decision had been made to make all Lakeview rooms inaccessible to customers - nothing could be done to dry them out. I would AVOID this hotel because the manager clearly does not care about the hotels guests. For context, I stay in hotels around the world for over a hundred nights a year and experience all kinds of excellence and ineptitude. Our stay at the Wanaka Hotel sinks to a new level of disregard for customers. Please chose another hotel if you are able to! (Revised review approved by hotels.com)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent ust service and a comfortable and clean.

An old hotel but well maintained. Noise from room above disturbed sleep. Convenient for town and the lake with a partial view of the mountains. Parking and WiFi were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeff

Disliked: Amenities
They charged me $50 dollars over what Expedia quoted. This after I checked out without my consent. I showed them the Expedia paperwork and they even made a copy. Over rated
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

SENTHIL, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Neat and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thuy

Traveled with family
Very nice, so clean and good place to stay 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Iris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is acceptable for us. We only stayed for 1 night. Restaurants and supermarket nearby. Walking distance to lake.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds and all accessories provided were very appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
perfect for our needs
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tanya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A quiet, clean place, that was centrally located.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Kerry

Traveled with partner
A fairly basic property and not the views of the lake that you are given to believe in the advertising
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don X

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Room was clean. Good coffee shop in front.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Luke

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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