"Bridget, the motel manager, was lovely—she called ahead to check our arrival time and made sure everything was perfect with the room. The place has been nicely renovated. We drove, so we’re not sure about nearby facilities, but Wanaka is absolutely beautiful.
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You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Gallery Thirty Three during your travels in Wānaka. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Lots of great hikes and walks: Roy's Peak is a hard but amazing hike. River walk is easy and gorgeous. Diamond lake is also nice. Nice outdoor eatery with various food trucks 2 blocks back from the lake (but no alcohol served)
Anonymous traveler
10.0/10
Excellent
Lovely area, you can ride bikes, walk trails, swim, do boating of all types, shopping, eat out, drink beer and enjoy the sites.
Diane
10.0/10
Excellent
Wanaka was great, as a family we enjoyed exploring the town including bars restaurants and enjoying the lake. We went to the lavender farm which was beautiful and enjoyed a morning at puzzle town. You do need to car to access all of these things.
Anonymous traveler
10.0/10
Excellent
Awesome town and beautiful lake. Queenstown is beautiful but Wanaka has a nicer feel about it - less touristy.
Michael
10.0/10
Excellent
A stunning town, ideal to relax in. There appeared to be plenty to do for the more adventurous, however, we didn't feel the need to participate in anything hectic!
Joanne
8.0/10
Good
Wanaka is a perdect holiday spot. Unfortunately pretty crowded. If it comes to rhe bicycle event, even worse. However, outside of town plenty walking opportunities
Silvia
10.0/10
Excellent
Very full of people in summer. Lots of great places to eat or have a drink. NZ is beautiful and people are very nice.
anne
10.0/10
Excellent
Wanaka is a great little town with easy access to walking and biking trails.
Colin
10.0/10
Excellent
Beautiful area! Too much construction that required a rerouting BACK -45 minutes to return to Wanaka and then driving 1 1/2 hours to Queenstown on Hwy 6. No signs posted near Wanaka warning drivers previous to the pass closure.
daniel
10.0/10
Excellent
Check out Ya Ma's, Scroggin, and definitely do some skiing at Cardrona!
"Loved it! Easy walking distance to the lake and heaps of cafes. We stayed in the budget 2 bedroom self contained cottage and although old it was the perfect choice for us and excellent value for money. I thought we would be really cold but there were heaps of blankets and more than enough heaters to go round. Great spot to set yourself up in for access to Cardrona and the Snow Farm. Hot water and pressure were great. Only thing I didn’t love was that there was no drop box for the room key as we departed early. I didn’t feel right leaving it in an unlocked box that could easily be opened by the next person and I didn’t have a code handy for the safe box. It was a little stressful figuring out what to do when we were in a hurry to leave for a full day on the slopes. I ended up giving the key to the guy in the office next to reception. Overall would recommend and stay again!"
"Room was very comfortable and warm on arrival. It was difficult to maintain the warmth however as the heatpump went off on a very cool night, Warm again in the morning. Very clean and lovely staff. Thank you for a lovely stay."
"Loved the Edgewater Wanaka. Definitely recommend. Spacious rooms and well equipped. Loved hiring the bikes to go for a ride around the lake. Would stay again- but longer next time! "
"Bridget, the motel manager, was lovely—she called ahead to check our arrival time and made sure everything was perfect with the room. The place has been nicely renovated. We drove, so we’re not sure about nearby facilities, but Wanaka is absolutely beautiful.
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If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Wānaka, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Wānaka.
What's the best place to stay on a budget in Wānaka?
What's the best hotel for a ski holiday in Wānaka?
Wanaka Hotel is a top hotel for a winter getaway, and features a ski shuttle and 3 restaurantsThis hotel is located 6 minutes by car from Snowfarm NZ. Lime Tree Lodge is another good option to stay near the slopes. See all ski hotels in Wānaka.
What are some accommodation options with pools in Wānaka?
Lime Tree Lodge is a top luxury spa hotel featuring a nightclub, a bar, an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Treat yourself to a massage at the on-site spa. See all spa hotels in Wānaka.
What's it like staying in Wānaka?
Families will find child-friendly activities in Wānaka, and visitors give high marks for the lakeside setting, top-notch restaurants and magnificent mountain views. Tourists who journey to this walkable city can discover its skiing, shopping and sporting events. In Wānaka, there are 549 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Wānaka.
The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 12°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 3°C. Average annual precipitation for Wānaka is 1126 mm.
