Wanaka Hotel

Hotels
8.2 (2537 reviews)
71 Ardmore Street , Wanaka , nz

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Good amenities
Cons:
Basic room quality
Some issues with shower pressure
Minor complaints about accessibility

Categories

Cleanliness
8.21
Most reviews mention that the hotel is clean.
Service
8.48
Friendly and helpful staff were frequently noted.
Location
8.82
Reviewers consistently praised the great location.
Room Quality
7.47
Some reviews mentioned rooms being basic or dated.
Amenities
8
General positive sentiment about available amenities.
Value for Money
7.96
Overall considered reasonable for the service and amenities provided.
Food and Beverage
8.51
Positive remarks about the on-site restaurant and food.
Overall Experience
8.18
A mostly positive experience with some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 09:33

Property Description

Stunning Views and Convenient Location
Wanaka Hotel offers breathtaking views of the lake and mountains, just steps away from Wanaka's town centre.

Dining Options for Every Taste
Guests can indulge in a variety of culinary experiences with two restaurants and a cafe on-site, including Mexican cuisine with lake views and evening margaritas.

Convenient Amenities for a Relaxing Stay
Enjoy the convenience of free on-site parking, tour desk services, communal kitchen access, and a shared laundry during your stay at Wanaka Hotel.

Ready to experience the beauty and convenience of Wanaka Hotel? Book your stay now!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 2537 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.21
Service: 8.48
Location: 8.82
Room Quality: 7.47
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 7.96
Food and Beverage: 8.51
Overall Experience: 8.18
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Elizabeth • solo_traveller • us
9
This place makes Wanaka walkable!
Pros:

This hotel had a wonderful location right in the middle of town. Once you parked your car, you could walk everywhere. The room was great and very clean.

Cons:

I thought it was a little expensive.

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Pip • couple • nz
8
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Louis • couple • nz
1
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Yuntao • couple • cn
8
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Joseph • family_with_children • au
9
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Erica • solo_traveller • au
5
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Chay • couple • sg
10
Pros:

Many shops near by and in the heart of town.
Great cafe just adjacent to the hotel with good coffee and pastries.

Cons:

None

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Zhenbo • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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ARA • couple • au
7
Great value for short stays
Pros:

Great location with walking distance to many stores and restaurants. Short 20 minute stroll to the Wanaka tree.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Sadeeshan • couple • au
8
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Adela • solo_traveller • au
10
Fantastic family stay
Pros:

The view from our room was breathtaking. The hotel and our room itself was very clean and cosy. The hotel location itself was perfect with the lake and a kid's playground 100 meters down the road. I also loved that the coffee shop and Mexican restaurant were attached to the hotel so you could just walk down without having to put layers of clothing on. Or if you want to cook, the communal kitchen on the ground level is fantastic. The staff were all super friendly. Definitely a place I'd recommend.

Cons:

Honestly nothing comes to mind

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Claire • extended_group • au
8
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Agapito • solo_traveller • ph
6
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Kaye • solo_traveller • au
6
Good location but would not stay again.
Pros:

Good location.

Cons:

No lift. Very little hot water for showers.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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nzvdb • solo_traveller • nz
10
A happy repeat customer
Pros:

I am a repeat customer. Wanaka Hotel is located in the heart of Wanaka within walking distance to excellent cafes and shopping. The rooms are clean and tidy. The staff are efficient and helpful.

Cons:

This evening I struggled to find a park. A large bus had parked accross the parking bays and took up a a number of the parks. Parking is at a premium in this area and I almost missed out on a park which would have created an unforeseen problem. Maybe they should rearrange the parking area to create a bus park, and reduce the impact of buses on other guests.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Georgia • couple • au
10
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • au
9
Good value for money
Pros:

Great location, good value for price, close to town centre excellent parking. Clean and affordable compared to ther accommodation available. Staff very helpful.

Cons:

No complaints would stay there again.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Jasmine • couple • au
10
Pros:

Beautiful view. Amazing location for all food places.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Harry Stranger • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Michael • family_with_children • us
9
Our stay was pleasant. I would not hesitate to return and will recommend to my friends. Love Wanaka.
Pros:

The room was extremely clean. The quality of the housekeeping was outstanding. Bathrooms were spotless. The washers and were great for us trekkers as we had a lot of laundry after two weeks in NZ. The staff was also very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

The rooms were a bit tight, but very workable. Parking was a bit confusing on arrival but after finding the rear of the building it was easy to utilize. Everything else was great.

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee