What's the area like around Lake Wānaka?

Lake Wānaka is located in an area that travellers like for its lakeside setting. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, you could search for properties close to public transport so it's easy to get around.

Where is the best place to stay close to Lake Wānaka?

Wanaka Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 3 restaurants and free parking. You'll find it 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Lake Wānaka. Other good choices around the area include The Camp - Lake Hawea and Cross Hill Glamping .

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Wānaka, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Lake Wānaka.

The Best Hotels Closest to Lake Wānaka in - 2025 Updated Prices

Top Trending Hotels Near Lake Wānaka

Luxury Tent, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

"My favourite place to stay in new zealand. Relaxing, friendly staff and delicious food!"

฿16,011 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

"Beautiful place . A lot of nature "

฿2,433 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

Superior Lake View 3 Bedroom House | Terrace/patio

"Nice place but charge for every little thing. $10 to rent a kitchen package (plates, pots etc.). How bout $$10 refundable deposit. ( A surprise for travelers blowing through…. Where every other stop all was provided). Cabin was nice but no towels. Showers were $1 increasing to $2. Won’t come back here. "

฿2,291 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

"Nice place for a short stay, lovely staff "

฿3,429 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

"The motel was very clean & spacious, had everything we needed Very warm unit & really compy bed. We enjoyed our stay"

฿3,924 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

"Super nice and comfortable place to stay. Will recommend to friends. "

฿6,224 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

"Warm, clean and comfortable room with great shared facilities and handy access to dining options along with a convenience store, bottle store and laundramat. Easy simple check in with parking directly outside our room. Very very happy with our stay and will return. "

฿3,314 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct