Hawea Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (2468 reviews)
1 Capell Avenue, Lake Hawea , Wanaka , nz

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Packed lunches
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful lake view
Helpful staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Rooms need updates

Categories

Cleanliness
7.06
Several reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness, including bed mites.
Service
9.53
Guests praised the customer service, highlighting excellent assistance.
Location
9.57
Guests appreciated the beautiful views and convenient location.
Room Quality
8.02
Rooms were described as comfortable but needing updates.
Amenities
8.05
Amenities were acceptable, though some facilities appear dated.
Value for Money
7.51
Some reviews indicated the price was not justified by the quality.
Food and Beverage
8.56
Food quality was generally praised, though breakfast availability was lacking.
Overall Experience
8.93
Overall a satisfying experience with beautiful views and good customer service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 03:23

Property Description

Stunning Lakefront Views

Experience the beauty of Lake Hawea and the surrounding mountains from every room at Hawea Hotel. Whether you're relaxing in your private balcony or dining at the on-site restaurant, the picturesque views will take your breath away.

Convenient Location for Outdoor Activities

Situated between the West Coast and Central Otago, Hawea Hotel is the perfect base for skiing, fishing, hiking, and more. With easy access to ski fields like Cardrona and Treble Cone, as well as the Te Araroa Trail, adventure awaits just outside the door.

Comfortable Accommodation Options

Choose between the Hotel rooms with private balconies and modern amenities or the Hostel Lodge rooms with shared facilities. Whichever you prefer, a cozy stay overlooking Lake Hawea is guaranteed.

Book now to experience the tranquility and adventure Hawea Hotel has to offer!

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: ZQN

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 17 years old stay for NZD 20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People 3 years old and over stay for NZD 25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 2468 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.06
Service: 9.53
Location: 9.57
Room Quality: 8.02
Amenities: 8.05
Value for Money: 7.51
Food and Beverage: 8.56
Overall Experience: 8.93
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Emily • extended_group • nz
6
2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Linduo • couple • au
9
It was a surprise to see the view from the balcony.
Pros:

The view of the lake.

Cons:

There is no air conditioning in the property. The noise level increases when we put on heat in the bathroom.

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Debbie • solo_traveller • ca
9
Quiet with lovely views and complementary beverages at the restaurant
Pros:

View from our room. Beach access.

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Julia • extended_group • nl
8
Helemaal prima, ruim opgezet
Pros:

Ruime kamers met een tweede verdieping voor de tweede kamer. Prachtig uitzicht over het meer. Parkeren voor de deur. Prima voor een nachtje

Cons:

Het enige minpunt vonden wij dat er geen airco is. Vooral boven wordt het ontzettend warm en vanwege ‘unwanted guests’ kan het raam maar een paar cm open

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Alexis • family_with_children • fr
9
Pros:

La vue depuis la chambre sur le lac est incroyable !

Cons:

Le chantier en cours à l’arrière de l’hôtel

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Lori • family_with_children • us
9
Incredible View
Pros:

Incredible view of Lake Hawea. Comfortable bed, nice to have a balcony. Nice restaurant on site. Great walking path along the lake. Not touristy and much quieter than Wanaka.

Cons:

The only thing I didn't like was hearing and feeling the footsteps of people staying on either side. The small building/flooring is built on one slab. They should rent bikes and kayaks from Hawea. But I would not hesitate to stay there again.

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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CHERYLL • couple • au
9
2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Nina • couple • de
10
Traumhaft Aussicht in einem schönen geräumigen Zimmer.
Pros:

Die Aussicht ist überragend! Schöner geht’s nicht. Das Personal war zudem sehr freundlich und unser Zimmer sehr geräumig und in einem sehr guten Zustand. Ich kann die teils negativen Bewertungen nicht nachvollziehen. Sehr gefreut haben wir uns auch über den Getränkegutschein.

Cons:

Alles super.

2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
夏琨 • family_with_children • cn
8
Pros:

景观很好，餐厅味道也不错

Cons:

隔音稍微有点差，可以听到隔壁洗澡的水流声，但睡觉时间都很安静

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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XI • couple • cn
10
完美
Pros:

非常好，无可挑剔的海景房，停车方便，餐厅也很好，服务人员特别热情。到瓦纳卡在这里入住一晚绝对值得。

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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WAN YU • couple • tw
10
座落在Hāwea湖旁，旁邊就是步道，入住當天天氣不錯，風大點，早上起來雲還沒開，吃早餐後附近走走太陽就出來了，很舒適的地點
Pros:

地點好

Cons:

沒有

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Annie • extended_group • au
6
Views were amazing, great position, staff lovely and food was good.
Pros:

Views from rooms superb

Cons:

Little run down, decking and railing in need of repair

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Tom • couple • us
9
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Debra • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Mary • couple • nz
8
Nice stsy
Pros:

View, receptionist

Cons:

Nil

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Katrin Müh. • family_with_children • de
9
Wunderbarer Ausblick am Lake Hawea
Pros:

Sehr motiviertes Personal, tolles großes Zimmer mit genialem Ausblick, sehr sauber.

Cons:

Das zusätzlich angebotene Frühstück für 25 NZD pro Person war leider das Geld nicht wert und war sehr enttäuschend.

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Constanze • couple • de
8
Eine tolle Nacht mit fantastischen Ausblick
Pros:

Die Mitarbeiterin an der Rezeption und auch im Restaurantservice waren sehr freundlich. Der Ausblick von unserem Apartment 6 war fantastisch! Und der Parkplatz direkt vor der Türe riesengroß. Wir kommen gerne wieder. 😀

Cons:

Nix.

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Judy • couple • nz
8
Good value for money
Pros:

Very clean and great lake view

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Lynne and Anthony • family_with_children • au
9
Pros:

Had great restaurant

Cons:

No cooking facilities

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Martin • couple • au
8
2026-03-12 • via Nuitee