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Our top choices for Wānaka houseboats

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

1. West Meadows Motel

West Meadows Motel
3.5 star property
Wanaka
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 AED 621
AED 715 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
West Meadows Motel
A multi-story hotel with outdoor seating areas and a well-maintained lawn.

2. Clearbrook Motels Wanaka

Clearbrook Motels Wanaka
4.0 star property
Wanaka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (458 reviews)
"Clean, organized, kitchen was well equipped, and beds were excellent. We appreciated the convenience of laundry in the room. This was our second stay here and we continue to highly recommend this motel."
United States
Robert
The price is AED 658
AED 757 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Clearbrook Motels Wanaka
A building with a wooden roof and stone pillars, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

3. Edgewater

Edgewater
4.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay with great views"
Australia
Sunny
The price is AED 980
AED 1,128 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Edgewater
A cozy living room with a brown sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a fireplace. There are framed pictures on the wall and a window with curtains.

4. Te Wanaka Lodge

Te Wanaka Lodge
4.0 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (327 reviews)
"Great location and good value"
Australia
David
The price is AED 435
AED 500 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Te Wanaka Lodge
A modern building with large glass windows, a brick chimney, and a clear view of the surrounding landscape.

5. Wanaka Hotel

Wanaka Hotel
3.0 star property
Wanaka
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (776 reviews)
"Very clean, easy check in and Very central to amenities."
Australia
Samantha
The price is AED 551
AED 635 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Wanaka Hotel
A covered outdoor seating area with two white chairs, a table, and potted plants.

6. Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
3.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (803 reviews)
"Just off the Main Street in Franz Josef, close to all the amenities and activities."
United Kingdom
Sarah
The price is AED 602
AED 694 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Alpine Motel
A two-story building with a flat roof and large windows. There is a well-maintained lawn with a picnic table and a rock garden with various flowers.

7. Fairway Motel and Apartments

Fairway Motel and Apartments
3.5 star property
Wanaka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (682 reviews)
"Comfy beds, clean and well kept, great kitchenette, easy check in and check out"
Australia
Rosie
The price is AED 395
AED 454 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Fairway Motel and Apartments
A residential area with modern houses, a clear view of a lake, and mountains in the background.

8. The Moorings

The Moorings
2.5 star property
Wanaka
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (393 reviews)
"This property is in a great location, views over the lake and a short walk to the cafes, bars and shops on the lakefront. Cheerful helpful staff."
Australia
Russ
The price is AED 671
AED 772 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The Moorings
A modern house with a large lawn, a patio with outdoor furniture, and a garage.

9. Mishika Retreat

Mishika Retreat
4.0 star property
Wānaka
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Great stop over in Southland. Gracious host good accomodations. Beautiful town."
United States
Lakisha
The price is AED 623
AED 717 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Mishika Retreat
A two-story building with a sign for 'The Brownston' and 'Charlie Brown's Deli'. There are parked cars and a mountain in the background.

10. The Brownston Hostel

The Brownston Hostel
2.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (133 reviews)
"Very good location clean and comfortable room. "
United States
Levent
The price is AED 245
AED 282 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Brownston Hostel
A Bella Vista Motel with a parking lot and several red cars parked.

11. Bella Vista Motel Wanaka

Bella Vista Motel Wanaka
4.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (817 reviews)
"Clean room and easy parking"
Australia
Joanne
The price is AED 517
AED 595 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Bella Vista Motel Wanaka
A modern hotel with a row of rooms featuring balconies, outdoor seating, and a parking lot.

12. Archway Motel & Chalets

Archway Motel & Chalets
3.0 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (444 reviews)
"Room is very clean and spacious."
Australia
Jason
The price is AED 606
AED 697 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Archway Motel & Chalets
A lodge with a wooden exterior and a metal roof, located near a lake with mountains in the background.

13. Aspiring Lodge Motel

Aspiring Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Wanaka
7.8 out of 10, Good, (250 reviews)
"A very enjoyable stay. Well located and would come back."
Australia
Glenn
The price is AED 424
AED 487 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Aspiring Lodge Motel
A modern, compact cabin with a deck and outdoor seating, surrounded by a landscaped garden and a mountain backdrop.

14. Hampshire Holiday Parks - Wanaka

Hampshire Holiday Parks - Wanaka
2.0 star property
Wanaka
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 AED 201
AED 237 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Wanaka
A residential area with multiple apartment buildings, a road, and mountains in the background.

15. Oakridge Resort Lake Wanaka

Oakridge Resort Lake Wanaka
4.0 star property
Wanaka
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Linda
The price is AED 706
AED 814 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Oakridge Resort Lake Wanaka
A motel with a signboard, a staircase, and a view of a lake with mountains in the background.

16. ASURE Brookvale Motel

ASURE Brookvale Motel
3.5 star property
Wanaka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (297 reviews)
"This is a great location, close to eateries and the lake. Also it was worthwhile to go up to the War Memorial which is very near the hotel for a view of the town and the lake."
United States
Allan
The price is AED 613
AED 705 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
ASURE Brookvale Motel
A modern two-story house with a stone facade, a wooden front door, and a garage.

17. Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts
4.0 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (868 reviews)
"A really beautiful apartment. Nice view and facilities to keep the kids happy!"
Singapore
Eric
The price is AED 634
AED 729 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts
A row of modern, single-story mobile homes with large windows and a central driveway.

18. Wanaka View Motel

Wanaka View Motel
4.0 star property
Wanaka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (114 reviews)
"Clean spacious room. Great location, walking distance from main part of town. Huge park right across the street. Lots free parking available."
United States
David
The price is AED 545
AED 627 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Wanaka View Motel
A gravel driveway leading to a row of modern, single-story houses with a mountain backdrop.

19. Manuka Crescent Motel

Manuka Crescent Motel
3.5 star property
Wanaka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (600 reviews)
"Great, affordable location!"
United States
Wells
The price is AED 569
AED 657 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Manuka Crescent Motel
A building with a wooden facade, large windows, and a sign indicating handicapped parking.

20. Haka House Wanaka

Haka House Wanaka
5.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (279 reviews)
"Good place to stay."
Australia
Robyn
The price is AED 542
AED 623 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Haka House Wanaka
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Top Wānaka Hotel Reviews

Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing views of the lake and mountains from the balcony"
Animikh 2-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

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