Must-see hotels in Wanaka

  • Aspiring Lofts

    Wanaka

    Perched on a rise overlooking the lake, this modern house has two upmarket rooms in the loft above the garage. Each has its own private balcony to make…

  • Wanaka Haven

    Wanaka

    Luxurious B&Bs seem to be constantly sprouting in the Wānaka countryside. This one has the advantage of gorgeous views over manicured lawns to the…

  • Criffel Peak View

    Wanaka

    Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac, this excellent B&B has three rooms sharing a large lounge with a log fire and a sunny wisteria-draped deck. The charming…

  • Lime Tree Lodge

    Wanaka

    Quietly removed from town, this intimate lodge has four luxury rooms and two suites. Outside there's a pool, spa, pétanque court and croquet lawn, while…

  • Lakeside

    Wanaka

    Luxuriate in a modern apartment in a prime position overlooking the lake, right by the town centre. All 23 apartments have three bedrooms, but can be…

  • Alpine View Lodge

    Wanaka

    In a peaceful rural setting on the edge of town, this excellent lodge has three B&B rooms, one of which has its own private deck with mountain views…

  • Riverview Terrace

    Wanaka

    Part of a new development overlooking the Clutha River behind Mt Iron, this swish, modern house has three well-appointed guest rooms. Rates include a…

  • Edgewater

    Wanaka

    The manicured grounds of Wanaka's only truly lakefront hotel could easily be mistaken for a golf course. The rooms and apartments are colourfully…

  • Wanaka Kiwi Holiday Park & Motels

    Wanaka

    This charming and relaxing campground has grassy terraced sites for tents and campervans, lots of trees and pretty views. Facilities include a barbecue…

  • Altamont Lodge

    Wanaka

    At the quiet end of town, Altamont is like a hostel for grown-ups. There are no dorms but the 12 tidy little rooms share spotless bathrooms and a spacious…

  • Wanaka Bakpaka

    Wanaka

    The only lakeside hostel in town delivers million-dollar views at backpacker prices. Amenities are top-shelf and it's worth paying a bit extra for the en…

  • Wanaka Homestead

    Wanaka

    Fresh from a facelift and backing onto Wanaka Station Park, the schist Homestead has the feel of a high-end ski lodge. There are angular B&B rooms in the…

  • YHA Wanaka Purple Cow

    Wanaka

    This Wānaka stalwart is older than many of its guests, and it has mellowed comfortably with age. It has a mix of dorms and private rooms, but best of all…

  • Wanaka View Motel

    Wanaka

    The refurbished Wanaka View has five apartments with spa baths and full kitchens squeezed tightly into a standard section. The largest has three bedrooms…

  • Wanaka Alpine Lodge

    Wanaka

    Guests in the four spacious, modern bedrooms are pampered with home baking and a cedar hot tub. It's 4km from town, tucked in behind Mt Iron, but there…

  • Matterhorn South

    Wanaka

    Split between two buildings on one corner block – the 'lodge' and the slightly rougher-around-the-edges 'backpackers' – this friendly spot has clean, good…

  • Mountain View Backpackers

    Wanaka

    Set beneath Monument Lookout, the Mountain View is effectively a hostel within a house, complete with a back lawn and clothesline. Rooms are simple but…

  • Archway

    Wanaka

    A short uphill walk from the town centre, this older-style motel has spacious units and pine-clad 'chalets' with kitchenettes. The cedar hot tubs with…

  • Asure Brookvale Motel

    Wanaka

    The patios at this old-fashioned concrete-block motel open onto a grassy lawn edged by a gently flowing creek. It also has a barbecue, hot tub and plunge…

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