Located in a quiet area, just a 3-minute from Lake Wanaka, this motel offers fully self contained heated accommodation with free unlimited WiFi in all areas. Each apartment offers free parking and a 32-inch flat-screen TV with free-to-air channels and some satellite channels. Manuka Crescent Motel is located 8 minutes’ drive from Puzzling World. It is a 45-minute drive from the Cardrona and Treble Cone Ski Fields. All apartments include a wardrobe, electric blankets and tea/coffee making facilities. Most units offer a kitchenette. Guests enjoy a large garden with a BBQ. Guests have free access to shared laundry and a ski drying room. The tour desk books local activities such as skydiving and wine tours. Manuka Crescent Motel does not permit Emergency MSD (ministry of social development) stays and is not and has never been, a Managed Isolation & Quarantine MIQ facility.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
7.9
Location
8.3
Free WiFi
8.7
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Celia
    Australia Australia
    Great facilities could cook our own meal in our room - plenty of space
  • Karen
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Friendly, helpful staff. Accommodation clean and comfortable.
  • Robert
    Australia Australia
    Mark was very helpful and we had a great stay. Rooms were very comfortable and warm. Caught up on washing as they have a good laundry facility
  • Nola
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very helpful staff. Good location and parking. A warm unit.
  • Sandra
    Australia Australia
    Very quite had everything we needed to return to each nite after enjoying the surrounding area
  • Kristie
    Australia Australia
    The spacious room size was wonderful for us. We had 2 nights. The amenities and everything in the kitchen was great.
  • Wendy
    Australia Australia
    Good location and clean facilities. Comfy bed and good shower
  • Jane
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Roomy, clean, tidy and comfortable. Lots of hot water and great water pressure in shower. Great to have another bed made up in the lounge. Staff were friendly and helpful. Nice idea to have a book lending library.
  • Wai
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    We are happy to stay for 3 nights. Bed sheet, towel have good fresh smell, room is very tidy. I booked room for 3 person but have great family room, 2 bed room 4 beds, everything are well even the malfunction of the heater in bathroom. They have...
  • Lucy
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Excellent location, good access, quiet - even considering a lot of customers on Saturday night. Well supplied in kitchen and bathroom.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Manuka Crescent Motel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Ski
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Skiing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Services
  • Tour desk
  • Laundry
  • Business centre
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Chinese

House rules
Manuka Crescent Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
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.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of NZD 300 is required on arrival. That's about £138. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroEftposCash

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Manuka Crescent Motel in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Manuka Crescent Motel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

A damage deposit of NZD 300 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Manuka Crescent Motel

  • The prices at Manuka Crescent Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Manuka Crescent Motel is 1.1 miles from the centre of Wanaka. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Manuka Crescent Motel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Skiing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Bicycle rental

  • Room options at Manuka Crescent Motel include:

    • Twin
    • Studio
    • Apartment

  • Check-in at Manuka Crescent Motel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.