Hawea Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (2670 reviews)
1 Capell Avenue, Lake Hawea , Wanaka , nz

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
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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!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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 2670 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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Agnieszka • solo_traveller • pl
10
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Dillon • solo_traveller • my
10
Pros:

At night, able to take milky way just right infront our room.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Fazilah • family_with_children • my
10
Value for money
Pros:

room is clean and spacious for family.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Julie • family_with_children • au
7
Pleasent
Pros:

Available on short notice

Cons:

No milk for tea and prefer beds on one level

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Julie • solo_traveller • au
10
Excellent
Pros:

The views from our balcony were stunning and the restaurant had great food.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Diane • solo_traveller • nz
9
Relaxing in Lake Hawea
Pros:

Great location with spectacular views of lake and mountains. We loved the walks and an easy 5 minute stroll to local shop and cafe.

Staff were personable and provided great service, and we enjoyed a delicious meal in the restaurant.

Cons:

The pillows we had in our room were hard and uncomfortable

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Guntayon • family_with_children • nz
7
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Lai • couple • au
8
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Lee • couple • au
5
Stay somewhere else
Pros:

The view!
Bedding and towels were clean.
Hotel for dinner food was excellent best venison l have ever had 5/5

Cons:

Was very overpriced for the room … it was so old and run down.

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Hannah • family_with_children • au
10
Incredible location. Beautiful views from the room and delicious restaurant.
Pros:

Incredible location. Beautiful views

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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YALAN • couple • cn
8
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Akila • couple • nz
10
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • family_with_children • nz
9
We had a great time - lovely view, friendly staff, good food
Pros:

Such fun for a family stay

Cons:

Milk rather than creamer in the room

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Akila • family_with_children • nz
10
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Zhi Jing • couple • sg
5
Good location only.
Pros:

Located at quite a good spot,staffs were friendly.

Cons:

No WiFi,tv not working,got no telephone despite given reception number. Poor sound proofing, property was quite old as there were creaking sounds whenever we walked around in the room. Pictures shown and actual were not close,please book at your own risk.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Fadil • family_with_children • my
8
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
音思 • couple • cn
10
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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LING LING • extended_group • nz
8
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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shankar • solo_traveller • my
10
Pros:

Everything. The view, staffs, food and all

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Mihir • couple • au
10
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee