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Our top choices for Lake Wānaka hotels

A modern building with a glass balcony, a parking lot, and outdoor seating.

1. West Meadows Motel

West Meadows Motel
3.5 star property
20.7 km from Lake Wānaka
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (500 reviews)
"Everything is excellent, while single beds are a bit smaller than the standard ones. Yet this is the best motel we stayed in the South Island of NZ."
Hong Kong SAR China
Lai Fan
The price is ฿5,832
฿6,706 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
West Meadows Motel
A modern, compact building with a deck, two chairs, a sofa, and a large window.

2. Hampshire Holiday Parks - Wanaka

Hampshire Holiday Parks - Wanaka
2.0 star property
19.5 km from Lake Wānaka
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (82 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay and good locations. The wifi was terrible though and we didn’t have outside dining but everyone other cabin did which was disappointing"
Australia
Claire
The price is ฿1,784
฿2,103 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Wanaka
A deck with a wooden floor and glass doors leading to an interior space, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

3. The Brownston Hostel

The Brownston Hostel
2.0 star property
19 km from Lake Wānaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (133 reviews)
"Very good location clean and comfortable room. "
United States
Levent
The price is ฿2,280
฿2,622 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Brownston Hostel
A multi-story hotel with outdoor seating areas and a well-maintained lawn.

4. Clearbrook Motels Wanaka

Clearbrook Motels Wanaka
4.0 star property
19.1 km from Lake Wānaka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (457 reviews)
"Staff and location was great."
Australia
Natasha
The price is ฿6,205
฿7,136 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Clearbrook Motels Wanaka
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, and artwork on the wall.

5. Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
3.5 star property
18.8 km from Lake Wānaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (803 reviews)
"Comfortable rooms, good playground for the kids and just a short walk into town"
Australia
Sarah
The price is ฿3,633
฿4,178 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Alpine Motel
A hot tub on a wooden deck with a scenic mountain view in the background.

6. Archway Motel & Chalets

Archway Motel & Chalets
3.0 star property
18.7 km from Lake Wānaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (444 reviews)
"Room is very clean and spacious."
Australia
Jason
The price is ฿4,770
฿5,486 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Archway Motel & Chalets
A modern building complex with a central courtyard, surrounded by mountains.

7. Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments

Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments
2.5 star property
18.4 km from Lake Wānaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (164 reviews)
"Good location"
Australia
Philip
The price is ฿3,393
฿3,902 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments
A view through a window of a mountainous landscape with a lake, trees, and buildings in the foreground.

8. Wanaka Hotel

Wanaka Hotel
3.0 star property
18.7 km from Lake Wānaka
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (775 reviews)
"Great central location, easy to walk to town for dinner and shopping"
Australia
Merran
The price is ฿4,519
฿5,197 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Wanaka Hotel
A room with a large window offering a view of a grassy area, trees, and a body of water.

9. The Camp - Lake Hawea

The Camp - Lake Hawea
3.5 star property
13.8 km from Lake Wānaka
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (388 reviews)
"Lovely location, friendly staff. Basic amenities."
Australia
Shona
The price is ฿1,913
฿2,199 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Camp - Lake Hawea
A view from inside a room with large windows overlooking a parking area and mountains.

10. Haka House Wanaka

Haka House Wanaka
5.0 star property
19.1 km from Lake Wānaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (277 reviews)
"Good place to stay."
Australia
Robyn
The price is ฿5,140
฿5,911 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Haka House Wanaka
A rectangular swimming pool surrounded by grass, trees, and wooden chairs.

11. Sundale Caravan Retreat 2 Berth - Wanaka

Sundale Caravan Retreat 2 Berth - Wanaka
2.5 star property
19.2 km from Lake Wānaka
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"If you're looking for a budget-friendly place to stay in Wanaka, this is a great option. The caravan was cozy, warm and comfortable, and the shower block was clean and tidy. Convenient location close to town and an easy drive to Cardrona. Not luxury accommodation, but excellent value for money and exceeded our expectations for a caravan stay."
Australia
Steve
The price is ฿2,929
฿3,368 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Sundale Caravan Retreat 2 Berth - Wanaka
A cozy RV interior with a central seating area, wooden cabinets, and large windows.

12. Sundale Caravan Retreat 4 Berth - Wanaka

Sundale Caravan Retreat 4 Berth - Wanaka
2.5 star property
19.2 km from Lake Wānaka
The price is ฿2,278
฿2,619 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Sundale Caravan Retreat 4 Berth - Wanaka
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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Wānaka

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern building with a glass balcony, a parking lot, and outdoor seating.
West Meadows Motel
3.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
500 reviews
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A modern, compact building with a deck, two chairs, a sofa, and a large window.
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Wanaka
2.0 star property
8.0
Very good
82 reviews
View
A deck with a wooden floor and glass doors leading to an interior space, overlooking a mountainous landscape.
The Brownston Hostel
2.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
133 reviews
View
A multi-story hotel with outdoor seating areas and a well-maintained lawn.
Clearbrook Motels Wanaka
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
457 reviews
View
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, and artwork on the wall.
Alpine Motel
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
803 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near Lake Wānaka

A room with a large window offering a view of a grassy area, trees, and a body of water.

The Camp - Lake Hawea

The Camp - Lake Hawea
3.5 star property
Lake Hawea
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (388)
The price is ฿1,913
฿2,199 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Camp - Lake Hawea

Top Lake Wānaka Hotel Reviews

Hampshire Holiday Parks - Wanaka

Hampshire Holiday Parks - Wanaka

8/10 Good
"Lovely place to stay and good locations. The wifi was terrible though and we didn’t have outside dining but everyone other cabin did which was disappointing"
Claire 3-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Wanaka

Other attractions near Lake Wānaka

Lake Hawea

9.4/10 (368 reviews)
The clear blue waters of this striking lake are surrounded by a peaceful landscape of rolling green hills and rugged mountains.
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Frequently asked questions

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?
Minaret Station Alpine Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this lodge offers free breakfast and a restaurant. You'll find it 9.9 mi (15.9 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.