The Moorings Motel and Apartments are just 5 minutes’ from Wanaka’s town centre and offer lakeside accommodation with views of the mountains. All rooms feature under-floor-heating and Netflix. There are barbecue facilities and a ski equipment room on site. The Moorings Apartments are located 45 minutes' drive from The Cardona and Treble Cone Ski Fields. All rooms feature cooking facilities including a stove, a microwave and a fridge. Wi-Fi access is available throughout the property. There is a self-service laundry and free parking. A children’s playground is located just across the road. Wanaka's restaurants, bars and cafes are a 5-minute walk away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Wanaka, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.7
High score for Wanaka
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Fraser
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Excellent location - handy to restaurants and walking track. Very clean - notable. Reception male was very friendly and knowledgeable. Moved me to an upstairs room too which was lovely. The view out over the lake was stunning.
  • Jenny
    Australia Australia
    Fabulous place, no rubbish bags, barbecue was unusable-dirty and rusty. Limited staff so not serviced every day. Overall we loved it, just a few let downs
  • Chiu
    Spain Spain
    The motel is well located, within walkable distance to the lake area and F&B districts
  • Michelle
    Australia Australia
    Great location and lovely warm apartment on a snowy day!
  • Nardia
    Australia Australia
    Location is great and rooms are clean, tidy and well equipped. Friendly staff and quality amenities in room.
  • Peter
    Australia Australia
    Fantastic location and view, comfortable, a well appointed little kitchenette, right on the lake and in town. Beautiful spott
  • Peter
    Australia Australia
    The apartment is spacious, well equipped, cleaned, comfortable and has a homely feeling. The staff are super friendly. Will definitely stay again.
  • Paul
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Awesome patio. Sheltered, sunny, great view. Very clean. Well appointed
  • Olivia
    Australia Australia
    Ideal location for walking into the town centre. Has great views of the lakes and surrounding mountains.
  • Alexis
    United States United States
    Fantastic location. Spacious apartment and beautiful views. Wish we stayed there longer. Hosts were lovely, friendly and accomodating

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Moorings Motel and Apartments
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Beachfront
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Ski
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Beach
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • DVD player
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
The Moorings Motel and Apartments takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
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.
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 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
NZD 45 per child, per night
Cot upon request
NZD 15 per child, per night
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 45 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.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardEftposCash

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

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

Guest checking in must be over the age of 18 and provide a valid ID and credit card. This credit card must be in the same name as the guest's name on the booking confirmation.

Please note that this hotel has a strict 'No Party Policy'. If guests do not comply with these conditions, the booking will be cancelled and no refund given.

Baby cots and highchairs are available for hire for NZD 15 each per stay.

Please inform The Moorings Motel and Apartments 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.

FAQs about The Moorings Motel and Apartments

  • The Moorings Motel and Apartments offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beachfront
    • Beach

  • The Moorings Motel and Apartments is 600 yards from the centre of Wanaka. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at The Moorings Motel and Apartments include:

    • Studio
    • Apartment

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

  • Check-in at The Moorings Motel and Apartments is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Guests staying at The Moorings Motel and Apartments can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental