Hawea Hotel is located just 15 minutes' drive from the township of Wanaka and is set on the lake front of Lake Hawea.
All hotel rooms, as well as the on-site restaurant and bar, feature beautiful lake and mountain views. The Hotel rooms include a flat-screen TV, private bathroom, a desk and a small seating area. All the Hotel rooms have lake views and private balconies.
Located between the West Coast and Central Otago, you can enjoy the tranquility of the hotel or use as a base for skiing, fishing or hiking. The hotel is located around a 30-minute drive from ski fields including Cardrona and Treble Cone or a 30-minute drive from Snow Farm, where you can go cross-country skiing. The hotel is also located on the Te Araroa Trail, New Zealand’s longest walking track, which stretches the length of New Zealand.
Queenstown is just over 1 hour’s drive away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
“Very spacious accommodation in a beautiful location, views from the room were absolutely stunning. Our meal in the restaurant was fantastic - everything was delicious and the service was excellent.”
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Steve
Australia
“Fantastic views from our room. Very nice on site restaurant. Friendly staff.”
Kim
New Zealand
“There is a restaurant/bar on site, with nice food and the most amazing views to the water and mountains.
The unit was fine, large and clean with nice views. Bed was ok. I would stay again.”
Fiona
United Kingdom
“Although the hotel doesn't offer breakfast, We had a lovely breakfast at the cafe up the road.
This little township is so pretty and less busy than Wanaka.”
Meyer
Australia
“Good location and view, good beds and bedroom size”
Niccole
United Kingdom
“Brilliant stay - room had a great view and was quite big, dining room and food was excellent, and a good selection of local beers and wines on. Staff were so friendly, and we only regret we didnt stay longer!”
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Katie
Australia
“Views from the room can’t be matched. Room was clean and tidy.”
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Carolyn
New Zealand
“Everything! Had everything we needed. Staff were super friendly and the view from our room was breathtaking!”
France
New Zealand
“Amazing! loved the view, and the bed was soo comfy!! Lovely restaurant. Enjoyed my meal very much! Sticky date was 🤤🤤
Exactly what we needed for a rest as we were just passing through. Recommended booking if you want + value for your money. Wish...”
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Marian
United Kingdom
“This hotel has the most beautiful view from the room I ever seen. You can literally sit on the veranda all day and just admire this magnificent view. Great location, nice and quiet in night. I can only recommend.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
Hawea Hotel - Lakeside Eatery & Bar
Cuisine
Local
Open for
Lunch • Dinner
Ambiance
Family friendly
Dietary options
Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Hawea Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 25 per person, per night
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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