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The Moorings

Property class: 2.5
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Wānaka motel

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A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a mountain view.
A residential area with modern houses, a clear view of a lake, and mountains in the background.
A compact living space with two sofas, a kitchen area, and a fireplace.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a mountain view.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a staircase with red accents.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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17 Lakeside Road, Wanaka, 9343
  • Place, Lake Wānaka
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pembroke Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Wānaka Golf Club
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wānaka Airport (WKA)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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A balcony with a view of a lake and mountains.

Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern building with a patio area featuring a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a barbecue grill.

Three Bedroom Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 100 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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A modern living room with a glass dining table, a sofa, and a red accent wall.

Two Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a large window with a view of mountains and a lake.

Twin Double Bed Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a staircase with red accents.

Two Bedroom / Two Bathroom Apartment

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa with colorful cushions, a glass coffee table, and a staircase with a red accent.

One Bedroom Apartment

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Wānaka

On lake.Within a 5-minute walk of this Wānaka motel, you'll find Lake Wānaka and Gallery Thirty Three. Picture Lounge and Pembroke Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Wānaka - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pembroke Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Picture Lounge - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Wānaka Golf Club - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • That Wānaka Tree - 4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Curbside Coffee & Bagels - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Water Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cork - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Big Fig - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Scroggin - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Moorings

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Wānaka motel
The Moorings offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Moorings also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and a front-desk safe. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Wānaka motel.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2000
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Moorings offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) are also available.

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  • Air conditioning
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 16 for adults and NZD 16 for children

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 45.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per night.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 16 for adults and NZD 16 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 45.0 per night
  • High chair fee: NZD 15 per night
  • Laundry fee: NZD 3
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Moorings Motel
Moorings Motel Wanaka
Moorings Wanaka
Moorings Hotel Wanaka
The Moorings Hotel Wanaka
Moorings Hotel Wanaka
The Moorings Motel
The Moorings Wanaka
The Moorings Motel Wanaka

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Moorings to the airport?

The Moorings is 6.3 mi (9-min drive) away from the Wānaka Airport (WKA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Moorings?

As of Oct 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Moorings on Nov 1, 2026 start from CA $198, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Moorings have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Moorings.

Does The Moorings offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Moorings, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 16 for adults and NZD 16 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Moorings?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Moorings?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Moorings?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Moorings have a pool?

The Moorings does not have a pool.

Does The Moorings have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Moorings to downtown Wānaka?

The Moorings is 0.3 mi away from Wānaka.

The Moorings Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 257 out of 392 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 392 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 392 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 392 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 392 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is in a great location, views over the lake and a short walk to the cafes, bars and shops on the lakefront. Cheerful helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great view, friendly staff, ideally situated with everything you need for a short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nice lake view！
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, minutes walk to Lake and Pub, cafes and restaurants. Very happy with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at The Moorings. In fact so lovely that we booked in again on our way back from Queenstown. Darren was very welcoming, he gave us some good tips for our travel routes and we had some great chats - a lovely guy. The property itself was very comfortable, well maintained, quiet, clean and had a lovely view of the lake. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked with utensils. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great view and close to town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing fancy but comfy and quiet with an awesome location and 10/10 view.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here twice now. The only thing to watch out for is the stairs to go from the car park to the door. They are not undercover and can get slippery in rain or ice. The townhouses do not have internal laundries which can be inconvenient in the rain/cold.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely coffee and milk provided. Great condo. Highlight was talking to “only Darryl” and I want to come back for a month because Wanaka was so great.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A fantastic place to stay, I will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay and very friendly owners
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great location, loads of space, cute cat
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and well-appointed space with a great location, easy parking and helpful management. Wanaka was even better than we had expected - gorgeous scenery and walkable town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were brilliant. Room was lovely and very clean. Only thing that stopped us giving a 5 star review was that you could hear the people upstairs going to the toilet
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed for two days. Our one bedroom apartment had everything we needed. Overall a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only negative is shower over the bath - not so good when you are over 70!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect position, beautiful view and walkable to restaurants etc. room was lovely and clean too.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed the room we had.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great hotel & veiws
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Property is a little dated, but in a prime location and very walkable to everything in town. The balcony was great and the view was unbeatable.There is a dedicated parking spot for each room and additional parking on the street if needed. The only downside for us was the staff barely acknowledged us at check in or check out and were just very aloof.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great quite location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We will definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025