Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Travelers might want a tour of Rippon Vineyard, just one of the places to visit, and located 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from central Wānaka. If you enjoy your tour, head to Rippon, just a short walk away.
Wānaka Lavender Farm is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from central Wānaka, why not stop by during your stay. If you have fun at Wānaka Lavender Farm, you'll love Puzzling World, located nearby.
If museums are on your list of things to see in Wānaka, then you might want to head to Puzzling World. If you want to see more of the museums in Wānaka, Warbirds & Wheels and National Transport & Toy Museum aren't far.
You can learn about the history of Wānaka when you stop by Mount Iron Lookout. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Carve up pristine slopes at world-class ski resorts, then unwind with a glass of local wine at Rippon Vineyard. Challenge your mind at Puzzling World before soaking in breathtaking views of Lake Wanaka from Mount Iron Lookout.
Gorgeous place. Lake and mountain views were breathtaking. A few nice places to eat and a couple of shops to look at. A few days here was perfect. Far less options here than Queenstown so if you like peace and scenery, Wanaka is ideal
Ann
10.0/10
Excellent
Wanaka is a lovely little town in a country where the towns/cities are often a little dull. The lake is stunning and it's a great hub for exploring the wider areas.
David
10.0/10
Excellent
The walk around Lake Wanaka is so beautiful, especially in autumn! Take some extra time to enjoy the best feature of the town.
Katie
8.0/10
Good
Good base for that part of South Island. Lots of sports options if that's what you want. Nice restaurants in and around and a few wineries. Unfortunately it's slowly becoming another Queenstown which is a bit of a shame but inevitable.
A
10.0/10
Excellent
Wānaka was a very nice town. Seemed like a lot to do but we only had one night there. We took a boat ride to Wao waho. That was fun. Also can rent bikes. Lots of biking and walking paths.
Keddie
10.0/10
Excellent
Its a beautiful town with lots of recreational opportunities. We enjoyed a morning walk along the Lake shore
Eric
10.0/10
Excellent
What a great location! It had everything going for it with beautiful scenery and heaps of things to do. We will definitely be back!!!
Abbie
10.0/10
Excellent
Very beautiful town with great atmosphere. Would love to see it during ski season.
Matthew
10.0/10
Excellent
Best activity in Wanaka area for us was the Rob Roy Glacier hike. Worth the long drive along the dirt track.
David
10.0/10
Excellent
Seems everything is expensive in Wanaka, just like other tourist resort areas. Lots of things to do.
"I have nothing but good things to say. Cleanliness, condition, service, location (essentially right in town, less than three blocks to the lake), parking and overall comfort. I stayed with my 14 year old son for five nights in one of the units with a loft. We loved it! Also, the kitchen was well stocked, there’s a dishwasher, and there’s in-room washer and dryer. "
"Staff were friendly and helpful, recommended the local feeds! Room was spacious and had a lot of amenities such as airfryer, hot plate and cooking necessities. Reception had lots of extra equipment available to borrow for the day, e.g. discs for disc golf, hiking poles and games."
"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!"
"Stayed single room twin bed ensuite.
Private rooms are expensive in Wanaka. By far the first most expensive private room in NZ.
All good with essentials however which the bathroom are equipped with heater.
2 minutes walk to Four Square grocery and lots of eateries.
Only negative issue is bathroom is very cold in private room ensuite as there is no heater as compared to Haka Tekapo which has heater in both room and bathroom.
The detergents are diluted with 10% detergent and 90% water, guess that’s to save cost.
I bought my own detergent (not expensive from brand Pam’s) from four square to make sure the oily utensils are cleaned and oil free. "
"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."
If you want the flexibility to change your travel plans to Wānaka, most properties provide refundable* rates you can book. You can find these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
Where can I stay in Wānaka if I want an affordable accommodation?
An inexpensive option worth considering is Hampshire Holiday Parks - Wanaka. You can browse more choices on our site, including 10 motels.
Where can I stay in Wānaka if I want a vacation rental instead of a traditional hotel?
If you want to find a good alternative to a hotel, look over our selection of 363 vacation homes. You can also book one of 102 apartments or 13 villas.
What will the weather in Wānaka be like during my vacation?
The warmest months in Wānaka are usually February and January with an average temp of 54°F. July and August are the chilliest months when the average temp is 38°F. The rainiest months are May and October.
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Find out more about Wānaka
Find out more about Wānaka
Wānaka is a family-friendly place known for its restaurants. If you're visiting during colder months, enjoy activities such as skiing during your stay. Take in the local culture of Wānaka at Warbirds & Wheels and National Transport & Toy Museum. While you're in town, don't miss a chance to see sights like Puzzling World and Mount Iron Lookout.
