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Wonderland Makarora Lodge

2.5 star property
Riverwalk lodge in Makarora with free parking

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Fireplace
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Standard Winged Chalet with Private Bathroom and Cooking Facilities | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Superior Studio Chalet with Bathroom

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Heating
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Cabin with Private Kitchenette and Communal Bathroom

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • Mountain view
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Chalet with Private Kitchenette and Bathroom | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Double Chalet with Private Kitchenette and Bathroom

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Studio Chalet with Outdoor Bathtubs, Bathroom and Cooking Facilities

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Toaster
Stovetop
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Winged Chalet with Private Bathroom and Cooking Facilities

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Standard Winged Chalet with Private Bathroom and Cooking Facilities

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Economy Cabin with Shared Facilities

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Heating
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
Located on the ground floor
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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4 Bed Dorm with Shared Kitchen and Bathroom

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Heating
Kitchen
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
Located on the ground floor
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio Chalet with Private Kitchenette and Cooking Facilities

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Studio Chalet with Private Kitchenette and Cooking Facilities

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Mountain view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Two Room Chalet with Private Kitchenette and Bathroom

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Superior Two Room Chalet with Private Kitchenette and Bathroom

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
5944 Haast Pass-Makarora Road, Makarora, 9382

What's nearby

  • Lake Wanaka - 11 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Blue Pools - 16 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Fantail Falls - 18 min drive - 16.9 miles

About this property

Wonderland Makarora Lodge

Lodge near Lake Wanaka
Take advantage of a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities at Wonderland Makarora Lodge. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A banquet hall, tour/ticket assistance, and helicopter/airplane tours
  • Luggage storage
More amenities include:
  • Toasters and irons/ironing boards
  • Porches or lanais, heating, and limited housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • 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

Things to do

  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On the riverwalk
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1956
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Separate bathtub and shower

Food and drink

  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 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 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from November to April
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

Wonderland Makarora
Wonderland Makarora Lodge
Wonderland Makarora Lodge Lodge
Wonderland Makarora Lodge Makarora
Wonderland Makarora Lodge Lodge Makarora

Frequently asked questions

Does Wonderland Makarora Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Wonderland Makarora Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Wonderland Makarora Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Wonderland Makarora Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Wonderland Makarora Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wonderland Makarora Lodge located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this lodge is 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Lake Wanaka.

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Wonderland Makarora Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 217 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 217 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 217 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 217 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 217 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ibnu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place for a family
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The A frame cabins were quaint and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In a stunning area. Loved our A-frame.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

leon

Liked: Cleanliness
ok stay nice and warm
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay here for one night, Kiwi hospitality at it's best plus Brazilian flair. I was let in despite turning up before check in time and there was a heater already on in the room. I'll be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Kiwi camp loved it
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

William

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An older property and a place to sleep after a long drive.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stay

Very central. Parking good under hotel. Needs booking Reception staff very good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place. Kind people.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eitze

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay! Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very dated, very rustic.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property was unique in its design (A-frame). Facilities provided were good. The bed was comfortable. The bathroom was unusable due to a sewerage block somewhere within. As a result, we did not use the shower or water to drink, wash or clean teeth. We were unable to contact anyone to address the issue, unable to provide direct feedback at checkout about the issue and they did not respond to email correspondence concerning our issues.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great units. Super clean with a comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Lachlan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Wonderland chalets are in beautiful location but dormitories and common facilities are a bit run down. For example, one of the lamps over the bed was broken and in a state of disrepair. The accommodation was serviceable and affordable, but it wouldn't take much to bring accommodations up to a nicer standard. I hope they do, because Wonderland should be a great getaway and gateway to Mount Aspiring National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ebrahim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
best view ever
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One night stop over Wonderland Makarora Lodge

A lovely quiet location and large clean room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great..but a bit bad!

A difficult review to write. Staff were great, food good, location fantastic. The fabric of the building....awful l Spacious but messy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, Wonderland Makarora is a very nice location and you will find everything you need in the lovely holiday homes. In the morning, it is quite noisy with helicopters and small planes taking off nearby and it wouldn't hurt to put a few signs up so that people can find the shower block without having to ask around.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended!

Beautiful spot! Secluded and with a great connected gas station and restaurant/bar. We had the studio A-frame with the connected bath.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Aladdin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Old cottages, but clean and tidy from inside. Heaters at bedrooms and bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Thimira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good for short stay. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The chalet fridge was very small. We had to put the freezer pads in the communal kitchen freezer. Past experience in other places means they are easily stolen (and not easy to replace near Makarora.) Otherwise the chalet was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Staff & service
Shower was a joke hard to regulate the temperature and the pressure was just a dribble
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025