Wanaka Hotel

Property class: 3

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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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71 Ardmore Street, Wanaka, 9343
  • Place, Lake Wānaka
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Pembroke Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Wānaka Golf Club
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wānaka Airport (WKA)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

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

Room, Lake View

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

Room, Garden View

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

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

DOUBLE GARDEN VIEW

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE LAKE VIEW

  • Sleeps 4

Double or Twin GARDEN VIEW

  • Sleeps 6

About the neighborhood

Wānaka

Wanaka Hotel places you within a 5-minute walk of Lake Wānaka and Gallery Thirty Three. This 47-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with 3 restaurants, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Lake Wānaka - 5 min walk - 0.3 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 - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dripping Bowl - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Curbside Coffee & Bagels - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Relishes Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cork - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Big Fig - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Wanaka Hotel

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, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. 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.

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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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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.

Property class

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
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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.

What's there to see near Wanaka Hotel?

This hotel is located in Wānaka, just steps from Lake Wānaka and Gallery Thirty Three, and within a short walk of Pembroke Park. You'll also find Wānaka Golf Club and Picture Lounge less than a mile away.

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.

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.

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.

Wanaka Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 282 out of 773 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 309 out of 773 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 143 out of 773 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 773 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 773 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great. Great facilities, restaurants etc, just next door.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walk to everything
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spacious, clean room. Awesome location and great guest facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with a cafe just outside and good access to other shops and restaurants as well. Room was modern and well presented. We got the room with a balcony and the views were great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well placed hotel - nearby basically everything. Friendly staff and well kept room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay as usual 😊
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the heart of wanaka. Everything is walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Price fair and good mountain and lake view.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location and quiet room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great spacious room, lake views, walkable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The best hotel that I have stayed in this NZ trip! Perfect Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
centrally located to the shore and local businesses. good recommendations.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room is clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, close to eateries and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The staff were very good. Everything was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable spotless room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice view
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
parking is good... room clean... staff ok.. didnt use the laundry service. notice there is a big kitchen, but i didnt use it...
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025