Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel

Property class: 3

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A garden, laundry facilities, and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
The current price is AED 404
AED 467 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep

Room options

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View all photos for Superior Room - No Balcony

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a small table.

Superior Room - No Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables with lamps, a small desk, a chair, and a mirror on the wall.

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, and a chair.

Standard Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Room - Balcony

A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom, and a large window with a view.

Superior Room - Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Two Bedroom Studio

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with a view of a building and a fence.

Superior Two Bedroom Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 47 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Two Bedroom Suite with Kitchen

A compact living space with a sofa, a small wooden table, and a dining area with chairs. A kitchen is visible in the background.

Family Two Bedroom Suite with Kitchen

  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Omarama is home to Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel. Lake Benmore and Clay Cliffs Scenic Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hot Tubs Omarama and High Country Salmon. Visit our Omarama travel guide
Map
State Highway 8, Omarama, 9412

What's nearby

  • Purple lupine flowers in a field with a rocky mountain backdrop.
    Clay Cliffs
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A hot tub by a lake with mountains in the background.
    Hot Tubs Omarama
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A turquoise lake with snow-capped mountains in the background and a forested shoreline.
    Lake Ohau
    40 min drive - 40.5 km
  • Totara Peak Gallery
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ladybird Hill Vineyard
    7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Wānaka Airport (WKA)
    76 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Wrinkly Rams
    7 min walk
  • Merino Country Cafe
    4 min walk
  • Oasis Cafe and Bar
    2 min walk
  • Kahu Cafe
    18 min walk
  • Omararma Hotel
    2 min walk

About this property

Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel

  • Property highlights
  • Take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities, and a bar at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self parking
    • English breakfast (surcharge)
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 98 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi, dining tables, and sound-insulated walls.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Free toiletries and hair dryers
    • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: NZD 33 for adults and NZD 16.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately NZD 33.00 for adults and NZD 16.50 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Frequently asked questions

Is Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel?

As of 18 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel on 20 September 2026 start from AED 404, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel located?

Situated in Omarama, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Clay Cliffs and Totara Peak Gallery. Ladybird Hill Vineyard and Hot Tubs Omarama are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 380 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 380 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 380 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 380 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 380 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Off street parking was convenient, comfortable beds. Groceries, gas, gift shops and cafés all within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room good parking excellent / professional restaurant staff .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice heritage style motel large grounds excellently manicured nice view of the mountains
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Wonderful stay, staff were so accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious, had all we needed and was very clean. The staff was very welcoming and friendly. The buffet diner was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

The location and staff hospitality is awsome.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly and helpful. Rooms clean. Only thing that would make it better is a step/notch in shower to make it easier for us women to shave legs@
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Big room, clean, well kept building and grounds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location and room was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location with what all the amenities a couple wants during their leisure
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was spacious and clean with a comfortable bed. Furnishings are a little dated but that didn’t bother us. It was a stop off to Queenstown and met all our needs. Iron, hairdryer and tea and coffee making facilities in room. Would stay again if in area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big spacious room with balcony and views. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place Large room. Kind staff Good dining neaby and close to sites of interest
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed overnight to break up the drive back to Christchurch from Queenstown. Room was big and clean. Just off main road but quiet. Definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay, not a new and modern hotel but comfortable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in staff were friendly. Our room was large and comfortable. The property and rooms are a little dated but it suited us for a night before and after our cycle trip. Location is great, an easy walk to cafes, supermarket and the pub. An option to use the guest laundry if needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and best property in that location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean tidy rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect hotel to explore the Mt Cook national park. Huge space for two people, comfortable beds, big bathroom and super clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the better hotels we stayed in. Shame the fire alarm went off twice- disturbed my dinner and sleep. Staff were lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Spacious room, helpful staff, no electric blankets but room heater warmed up room nicely so didn’t require electric blanket. Cosy overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed one night. Room was updated and clean. Restaurant and bar was lovely and food was great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025