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Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel

3.0 star property
Nature provides the perfect backdrop for relaxation at this peaceful retreat, where delicious food options and practical amenities enhance every stay.

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Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel offers a tranquil escape with practical touches. Guests enjoy free WiFi, convenient laundry facilities, English breakfast, and quiet moments in the garden. The helpful staff ensures a comfortable experience throughout the stay.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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Superior Room - No Balcony | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room - No Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Triple Room | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room - Balcony | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room - Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Two Bedroom Studio | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Two Bedroom Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 47 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Two Bedroom Suite with Kitchen | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Two Bedroom Suite with Kitchen

  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Omarama is home to Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel. Shoppers can check out Twizel Town Centre, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Benmore and Clay Cliffs Scenic Reserve. Visit our Omarama travel guide
Map
State Highway 8, Omarama, 9412

What's nearby

  • Clay Cliffs
    Clay Cliffs
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Wrinkly Rams
    Wrinkly Rams
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hot Tubs Omarama
    Hot Tubs Omarama
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Totara Peak Gallery
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ladybird Hill Vineyard
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Wānaka Airport (WKA)
    76 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Wrinkly Rams
    7 min walk
  • Merino Country Cafe
    4 min walk
  • Boots & Jandals Hotel
    3 min walk
  • Oasis Cafe and Bar
    2 min walk
  • Quailburn Farm Store
    6 min drive

About this property

Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel

Property highlights
Take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities, and a bar at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge)
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 98 rooms include comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Refrigerators and irons/ironing boards
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: NZD 33 for adults and NZD 16.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately NZD 33.00 for adults and NZD 16.50 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Frequently asked questions

Is Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel located?

Situated in Omarama, this hotel is steps from Clay Cliffs and Wrinkly Rams. Totara Peak Gallery and Ladybird Hill Vineyard are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 376 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 146 out of 376 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 376 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 376 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 376 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Wren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Off street parking was convenient, comfortable beds. Groceries, gas, gift shops and cafés all within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly and helpful. Rooms clean. Only thing that would make it better is a step/notch in shower to make it easier for us women to shave legs@
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reghan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room good parking excellent / professional restaurant staff .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice heritage style motel large grounds excellently manicured nice view of the mountains
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jeanine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious, had all we needed and was very clean. The staff was very welcoming and friendly. The buffet diner was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Amenities
Wonderful stay, staff were so accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Big room, clean, well kept building and grounds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

NICOLA

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was spacious and clean with a comfortable bed. Furnishings are a little dated but that didn’t bother us. It was a stop off to Queenstown and met all our needs. Iron, hairdryer and tea and coffee making facilities in room. Would stay again if in area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big spacious room with balcony and views. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in staff were friendly. Our room was large and comfortable. The property and rooms are a little dated but it suited us for a night before and after our cycle trip. Location is great, an easy walk to cafes, supermarket and the pub. An option to use the guest laundry if needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Bao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed overnight to break up the drive back to Christchurch from Queenstown. Room was big and clean. Just off main road but quiet. Definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean tidy rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Waqas

The location and staff hospitality is awsome.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the better hotels we stayed in. Shame the fire alarm went off twice- disturbed my dinner and sleep. Staff were lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rammohan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location with what all the amenities a couple wants during their leisure
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alexandre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Trevor

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel was ok but the name suggests something grander than we found. The room was very tired. The furnishings are very dated and the carpet looks like it is at the end of its lifespan. The bed was comfy but traffic noise was loud in our front facing room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Eira

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was large and silent facing the courtyard. Staff could have been more friendly and helpfull. The breakfast was minimal, and all too expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location and room was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place Large room. Kind staff Good dining neaby and close to sites of interest
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Elias

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay, not a new and modern hotel but comfortable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amitrajit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and best property in that location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely bed and the room is a reasonable size, however the motel is bit dated. Reasonable value for money
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025