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Highest rated hotelThe Moorings Motel and Apartments – 5
Cheapest month to bookAugust
Average 4 star hotel price$251 per night

Your guide to finding the best hotels in Wanaka, New Zealand

Enjoy your time in Wanaka by staying at a hotel that meets your needs. We’ve gathered some of Wanaka's best hotels, from luxurious to more modest hotels.

Best time to visit Wanaka

Wanaka is an interesting travel destination year-round, but what you hope to do (or avoid) during your trip should be considered before booking, such as weather and price. Low and high season in Wanaka

Busiest month(s): August brings the most travellers to Wanaka, causing the average price per night to rise to $432. Keep in mind that expenses tend to be higher compared to the quieter seasons when average nightly rates decrease to $253.

Quietest month(s): The cheapest time of year to book is October, when the average price per night is $253, which will save you more money than the busy season.

Wanaka gets a low amount of rainfall, ideal if you prefer drier weather.

If you are looking to avoid grey skies, visit Wanaka in July when you can avoid the rainy season, which takes place in December.

The priciest month in Wanaka is August, when you can expect to spend around $432 on hotels. Weekend rates usually increase, averaging around $331 per night throughout the year, and Wednesday bookings cost the most at the best hotels in Wanaka. You'll find savings on Sunday, which is the cheapest day to reserve a room on average.

Where to stay in Wanaka

Get the most out of your time away at the right hotel for the right price. Whether it's a 5-star resort or a popular place in the middle of the city, there are plenty of right choices in Wanaka. The best-rated hotels in Wanaka

If nothing but the best will do for you, book a room at one of the top-rated hotels in the city.

Enjoy the best of both worlds at the Edgewater Lake Wanaka, where comfort meets modern amenities. The hotel offers its pool, restaurant, fitness center, and beach access for you to use at your leisure.

Popular hotels in Wanaka

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The Wanaka TOP 10 Holiday Park is a fantastic hotel to stay at, with its 3-star rating and excellent amenities. This hotel provides an excellent stay in the center of Wanaka, and you can enjoy the hotel's pool, restaurant, fitness center, and beach access.

With a 2.5-star rating, the Cardrona Hotel is another great choice. The hotel offers a pool, beach access, restaurant, and fitness center.

The Oakridge Resort Lake Wanaka is a 4-star hotel that has plenty of amenities, including a pool, Beach access, restaurant, and fitness center.

Offering a modern and comfortable design, the Wanaka Hotel is a 3-star hotel that provides pool, beach access, free Wi-Fi, and air conditioning.

Things to do in Wanaka

Wanaka has tons to discover and do right in the city center, like the Wildwire Wanaka. If you love food, you'll enjoy the authentic local cuisine, creative twists on classics, and flavors from around the world at Cardrona Hotel, Francesca's Italian Kitchen Wanaka, The Spice Room, Relishes Cafe, and Speights Ale House Wanaka.

Finding cheap hotels in Wanaka: FAQs

In Wanaka, the expected average temperature in March is 9°C. The warmest month is typically February, which averages 16°C. The coolest month is July, with temperatures averaging -3°C. The rainiest month is December, and the driest month is July.
You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Wanaka with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.
Of course - the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is $104 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for $109 per night.
The average price of a hotel during the week is $398 per night, and the average price on weekends is $351. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Wanaka could be Saturday.
The nearest airport to Wanaka is Wanaka Airport (WKA), which is 10.2km from the city centre.

Other airports include:

Queenstown Airport, which is 47.5km from the city centre.
We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Saturday is the cheapest day to stay in Wanaka. And the most expensive day seems to be Friday
The average price of a 3-star hotel in Wanaka is currently around $246 per night. And the cheapest 3-star hotel we found is $183 per night.
The average price of a 4-star hotel in Wanaka is currently around $382 per night. And the cheapest 4-star hotel we found is $183 per night.
If you're hitting up Wanaka with kids in tow, try Alpine Motel, Edgewater Hotel and Wanaka Hotel.