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Reviews of Hawea Hotel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

1 Capell Avenue, Lake Hawea, 9382 Wanaka, New Zealand

#17 of 27 hotels in Wanaka

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 1540 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.0

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free Wifi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: September 21, 2024

    9.0
    Awesome views, great food, lovely staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Lake View Studio Hotel Room with Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The view from the room was awesome, snow on mountains and lake were stunning. The meals in the restaurant were beautiful. Staff were great. Would definitely stay again.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 20, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Lake View Family Hotel Room with Mezzanine and Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Thin walls Could do with new modernise decor

    Great location Excellent views of the river Attentive and cheerful staff Welcoming atmosphere

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 20, 2024

    8.0
    Beautiful view, but very loud
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Lake View Studio Hotel Room with Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The building creeks badly. I was able to hear when my room neighbours were walking about because of their floor being walked on on causing an horrendous noise.

    The room has a beautiful view of the lake outside of the window, and is quite big. The best was comfortable enough, and plenty of places to charge your devices.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 17, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Lake View Family Hotel Room with Mezzanine and Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    It was warm and comfortable and had a great view

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: September 15, 2024

    9.0
    Lovely place and enjoyed the view of mountain and lake
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Lake View Family Hotel Room with Mezzanine and Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Amazing

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 14, 2024

    7.0
    Great location, rooms need a facelift.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Lake View Family Hotel Room with Mezzanine and Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Had water come into the room at entrance when weather got bad, not sure how. Made carpet smell a bit. Was quite expensive for the standard of room, dated, needs a facelift.

    Great view from window, clean and bed downstairs was comfy. Nice staff in restaurant and good location to Lake Hawea and surrounds.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: September 9, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Lake View Family Hotel Room with Mezzanine and Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    clean warm good area

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 9, 2024

    8.0
    Lovely location, nice restaurant, better value than staying at Wanake
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Lake View Studio Hotel Room with Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Could hear some noise between walls of adjoining rooms. Configuration of beds in room was not what we had booked (we booked 2 queen beds) and we had to wait while it was changed. Appreciate, the staff accommodating our request to put the 2 single beds together to make a double.

    View of lake very good. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Heating good.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 8, 2024

    7.0
    Comfortable view stay location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Lake View Family Hotel Room with Mezzanine and Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The beds were quiet uncomfortable but for the price, it was to be expected.

    The location and views were lovely! 5min walk to the beach & the restaurant/bar is only 10 steps away. Our kids loved having their own space upstairs & free wifi.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 8, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Lake View Family Hotel Room with Mezzanine and Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location & location. What a beautiful Lake Hawea view from the back of the room. Absolutely beautiful. That’s my place to stay every time I visit Wānaka for skiing or family trip 😊

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: September 7, 2024

    8.0
    Magical views
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Lake View Studio Hotel Room with Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location

    Outstanding view Staff surprises us with a thoughtful flower arrangement for our honeymoon 💞

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 7, 2024

    8.0
    Staff were lovely, the views were absolutely stunning, rooms do need a bit of attention however the price was fair for o
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Lake View Studio Hotel Room with Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lacking in plates, cups and utensils. The room was comfortable and a bit out dated in style.

    The view from our room was stunning, bed and furniture were comfortable. The restaurant and bar attached was good food, both restaurant and room was fairly priced. Warm and clean, 20 min drive from Lake Wānaka which was ideal for us.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 5, 2024

    7.0
    Fab spot for an overnight stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Lake View Family Hotel Room with Mezzanine and Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Friendly staff and amazing view.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: September 1, 2024

    9.0
    Nice and quiet stay for the family!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Lake View Family Hotel Room with Mezzanine and Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Need to drive 10+ minutes to the busy town for shopping and eating.

    Great place to visit the lake!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 31, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Lake View Family Hotel Room with Mezzanine and Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    ventilation & heating can be improved

    excellent lake & snow mountain view right outside the room balcony we have choices of welcome drink: tap from beer, wine or fresh juice

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 24, 2024

    9.0
    Exceptional location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Lake View Studio Hotel Room with Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    The bed in one of the rooms was uncomfortable, but otherwise no problem.

    The location was superb. Spectacular views from balcony. The rooms were well appointed and spotless. We ate in the restaurant where meals were exceptional.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 23, 2024

    9.0
    Absolutely lovely hidden gem!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Lake View Family Hotel Room with Mezzanine and Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    You can hear your neighborly guests using their stairs, but that didn't take away from our amazing experience.

    Had lovely lake front views, you can park right outside your front door, and the restaurant and bar is only a few steps away. Such a tucked away little place!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2024

    7.0
    despite workers are all very very friendly, they seem to be short of labor.
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Lake View Studio Hotel Room with Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    service. we were there for dinner @ 18;40 but food was served around 20;15. We were not in a rush that day, but waiting for more than 90 mins is quite an experience. Workers are very friendly though.

    location and space.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 15, 2024

    9.0
    Absolutely beautiful. Thankyou so much.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Lake View Studio Hotel Room with Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The walls are quite thin but that's okay!

    Beautiful locations, lovely and quiet. Friendly staff. Well equipped rooms. Comfortable bed.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 9, 2024

    9.0
    Excellent service
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Lake View Family Hotel Room with Mezzanine and Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    None

    The location and the view from bedroom. The room gives vibe of old-style hotel but it is spacious and comfortable. Also the staff are very nice and helpful!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 7, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Lake View Family Hotel Room with Mezzanine and Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Rooms are slightly dated but had everything we needed.

    Amazing views over Lake Hawea at an incredibly reasonable price. Appreciate the staff member at reception giving us advice on driving in the snowy conditions.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: August 5, 2024

    8.0
    Room with a 5 star view
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Lake View Family Hotel Room with Mezzanine and Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The view from our room was stunning.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 4, 2024

    9.0
    Brilliant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Lake View Family Hotel Room with Mezzanine and Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Night time the heater was not strong enough

    This hotel is definitely underestimated. It’s large, quiet location, good facilities and also good dining room. Especially the price is unbelievable affordable. If I visit Wānaka this is the first place I will think first. And of course I visit here most of the time I choose to stay here. Many years I got the best aioli here as I am a chef , I can believe that was handmade it’s definitely amazing! And you can trust their restaurant. It’s fantastic! Good location while you dining you can check the view. When your stomach enjoy the food the same time your eyes enjoys the view lol Needless to say their staff is super friendly. It’s maybe not a luxury /modern hotel but it’s definitely a clean, out of standard and a comfortable place!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: August 4, 2024

    8.0
    Outstanding views
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Lake View Family Hotel Room with Mezzanine and Ensuite Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    WOW! That view! The hotel is older, but out of the way and not busy. Opening the curtains in the morning to that view was breath-taking

    Stayed in July 2024

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