Wanaka Hotel, Wanaka ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

71 Ardmore Street, Wanaka, New Zealand

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Double or Twin Room

Max:

3 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

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Double or Twin Room Lake View

Max:

3 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

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3 persons

20 m²

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1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

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City Centre

Wanaka300 m

Airports

Queenstown (ZQN) 63.5 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Comfortable Stay!

“The room was exceptionally clean and well-appointed, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere that made our stay very comfortable.” view full review

Invigorating Showers

“The shower pressure was excellent, delivering a hot and invigorating experience that I looked forward to after a long day.” view full review

Great Guest Kitchen

“Having access to a guest kitchen was a fantastic feature, allowing us to prepare meals and make our stay more enjoyable.” view full review

Spacious Comfort

“The Royal Suite provided a spacious living area that was perfect for relaxing and truly made us feel at home during our visit.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Ski storage
Barber shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Skiing
Golf course

Guest Parking

Shared kitchen
Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Heating
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Shared kitchen
Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

71 Ardmore Street, Wanaka, New Zealand

Map view

71 Ardmore Street, Wanaka, New Zealand

City landmarks

Lake Wanaka

640 m

Theme Park

Puzzling World

2.1 km

3 Tapley Paddock

That Wanaka Tree

1.9 km

Golf Course

Wanaka Golf Club

720 m

Wanaka 9305

Pembroke Park

950 m

Cardrona Valley

Snow Park NZ

2.2 km

Park

Mt Iron Trail

1.7 km

Roys Bay

1.6 km

Mount Iron Loop Track

1.7 km

40 Winders St

South Canyon

1.6 km

Park

Eely Point Recreational Reserve

1.9 km

Unnamed Road

Waterfall Creek Track

1.7 km

59 Wanaka-Mount Aspiring Rd

Lake Wanaka Hike

1.7 km

246 Wanaka-Mount Aspiring Rd

Rippon

2.7 km

2 Aubrey Rd

Bremner Bay Beach

2.1 km

Beach

Bremner Bay

2.3 km

50 Cardrona Valley Rd

Basecamp Wanaka Climbing Centre

2.6 km

Nearby

11 Upton St

Wanaka War Memorial

440 m

Gallery

Wanaka Fine Art Gallery

320 m

Gallery

The Picture Lounge

480 m

Ardmore Street

Beacon Point Walk

570 m

Store

New World Wanaka

500 m

Ardmore St

Wanaka Lakefront

410 m

80 Ardmore St

Wonder Room

70 m

Department Of Conservation-Wanaka Area Office

500 m

103 Ardmore St

Go Jets Wanaka

270 m

23 Dunmore St

Southern Lakes Heliski

340 m

Gallery

Gallery Thirty Three

390 m

163 Ardmore St

Wanaka Skate Park

520 m

Wanaka 9305

Roys Bay Recreational Reserve

590 m

Restaurants

Erik's Fish and Chips

10 m

54 Ardmore St

Red Star Burger Bar

170 m

26 Ardmore Street Queenstown-Lakes District

Burrito Craft

430 m

51 Brownston Street

Black Peak Gelato

340 m

Lake front 123 Ardmore Street

Dripping Bowl wholefoods

420 m

82 Anderson Road

Firebird

420 m

51 Brownston Street

FastFatChef Dumplings

420 m

51 Brownston Street

Chickpeas

420 m

51 Brownston Street

Sagun Cafe & Indian Cuisine

350 m

139 Ardmore Street Down the lane behind turkish kebab.

Turkish Kebabs

360 m

139 Ardmore Street

The Catch Wanaka

360 m

137 Ardmore Street

Wana Takeaway

380 m

139 Ardmore Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

72%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Great location

Clean rooms

Thin walls

Limited dining options

7.2/10

Very good

Rooms

7.3

Location

8.5

Service

6.5

Dining

7.3

Joe

United States, January 2024

7.0/10

The hotel offers clean and basic rooms with a beautiful view over the lake and a balcony. It is well-maintained and quite basic as expected, but very clean. However, there were some issues with thin walls and a dripping shower unit. The lack of a microwave and few utensils like bottle openers was noticeable.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were very clean and well-equipped, with a beautiful view over the lake and a balcony.

Service

5.0

The service was uninterested and somewhat rude. There were communication issues regarding Wi-Fi and an unhelpful attitude when inquiring about services. However, the pricing was reasonable for the area.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in a very good location, central in Wanaka with shops, restaurants, bars, and the lake very close by. The beautiful grounds added to the experience.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were limited, but there was a great cafe nearby called 'Relishes' with good food and atmosphere.

Facilities

6.0

Great location

Thin walls

Stephen

United Kingdom, November 2023

7.6/10

The hotel rooms are warm and clean with a snug vibe, offering all the essentials you need right at hand, though they appear a bit tired and dated. The service was a mix of warmth and slight hiccups with some room requirement changes without notice. The location is great, just a minute's walk to Lake Wanaka, but interactions with staff felt somewhat limited. Dining options were convenient with the ability to charge to the room, but seasonal dishes may not suit all tastes.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are warm and comfortable.

Service

6.0

The staff was helpful but had some minor issues with changing room requirements.

Location

9.0

The location is great with a Lake View and just a minute's walk to Lake Wanaka.

Dining

8.0

Dining options were convenient with the ability to charge to the room.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a guest kitchen and secure bike lockup.

Clifford

United States, November 2023

7.6/10

The hotel was smack in the center of town and just a short stroll away from Lake Wanaka, making it super convenient. The rooms, albeit a bit outdated, provided a cozy retreat in the heart of winter, although the heaters didn't kick in until 4 pm. The service was attentive, even allowing us to keep our room for a few extra hours so we could freshen up after climbing Roys Peak.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms could use a little update, especially the bathrooms, but our stay was cozy and comfortable.

Service

8.0

The staff were helpful and always approachable, although they could have been a bit friendlier and more engaging.

Location

9.0

The location was brilliant, right in the middle of town and a stone's throw away from local amenities and Lake Wanaka.

Dining

7.0

Dining at the local cafes like Urban Grind and Scroggins offered great food options, but having some in-room dining facilities would have been convenient.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, but it would have been nice to have more in-room amenities and maybe an elevator for easier access to the rooms.

Great location

Outdated bathrooms

Alex

United Kingdom, November 2023

7.2/10

Our stay at the hotel was a mix of positives like a cozy room with a great view of Lake Wanaka and some noise disturbances from a school group. The room, although small, was well-equipped and clean, offering a pleasant stay overall.

Rooms

8.0

The room was small but had everything we needed, including a great view of Lake Wanaka.

Service

5.0

The service was a bit lacking as the staff were not very friendly or helpful during check-in and check-out.

Location

9.0

The location was perfect, centrally located near shops and restaurants with a good view of the lakes and mountains.

Dining

7.0

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were sufficient for our needs during the stay.

Great view

Noisy school group

Edmund

United Kingdom, October 2023

7.0/10

The hotel is in a central location, great for exploring and close to dining options. The rooms, despite being fully booked for the following evening, were a bit hot with the afternoon sun and lacked some amenities like a heating hanging rack. However, the rooms were peaceful without road noise.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were a bit hot without air conditioning but peaceful without road noise.

Service

6.0

The staff helped with luggage but seemed a bit unhelpful when explaining certain details. The hotel was quite old with some noticeable stains in the room.

Location

8.0

The hotel is centrally attached, making it convenient for exploring. Despite being small, the room gets very hot, especially in the evening.

Dining

7.0

The dining options nearby were decent, with delicious Turkish eggs and a great atmosphere at the Urban Grind Cafe. However, there were no healthy options available.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel has a large kitchen with cooking facilities, but some amenities were lacking in the rooms.

Central Location

Hot Rooms

Roy

United Kingdom, October 2023

7.6/10

The hotel offers a mixed experience with comfortable rooms but showing signs of age. The service is outstanding, but the location might suit different preferences. Dining options are diverse, while some facilities could use an update.

Rooms

7.0

The room provided for 2 guests with 3 beds was a little dated with old fixtures and fittings. However, the large balcony overlooking the lake was a nice touch, even though being at the basement level.

Service

9.0

I found the service to be incredibly friendly and helpful. The staff took care of servicing the rooms promptly, ensuring a tidy and comfortable stay. I would definitely consider staying again.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location was convenient for those who like to cook their meals, with easy access to the lake, stores, restaurants, and a beautiful garden setting. However, it may not be the ideal spot for all preferences.

Dining

8.0

Dining options were diverse, with a nearby cafe providing a great atmosphere and delicious food. The availability of Spanish cuisine added variety to the culinary experience.

Facilities

7.0

The facility offered various amenities like a coffee shop that was very helpful and informative. While overall good, some areas could benefit from updates to enhance the guest experience.