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Lake Mahinapua Hotel

3.0 star property
Travelers enjoy a delicious meal at the on-site restaurant while surrounded by natural beauty, then unwind in the garden or at the bar

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Lake Mahinapua Hotel offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature. Guests can enjoy meals at the restaurant or coffee shop, relax in the garden, or have drinks at the bar. WiFi in public areas and free self-parking add convenience to this tranquil getaway.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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Comfort House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 100 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Superior Cottage

  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Ruatapu, Lake Mahinapua Hotel is in a rural area and near the beach. Hokitika Clock Tower and Hokitika Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre and William Steyn Stonepainter. The Gold Room and Westland Greenstone Ltd are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking, ziplining, and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Ruatapu travel guide
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962 Ruatapu Rd, Ruatapu, West Coast, 7883

What's nearby

  • Hokitika Beach
    8 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • National Kiwi Centre
    8 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre
    8 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Hokitika Clock Tower
    8 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve
    8 min drive - 7.5 miles

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK)
    10 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Hokitika Sandwich Company - West Coast
    8 min drive
  • Katsu Sushi And Noodle House
    8 min drive
  • Cafe 39
    7 min drive
  • Stumpers Bar & Reasturant
    8 min drive
  • Fat Pipi Pizza
    8 min drive

About this property

Lake Mahinapua Hotel

Hotel in a rural location
At Lake Mahinapua Hotel, you can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bicycle tour information, and a nature reserve
  • Secured bicycle storage and helicopter/airplane tours
Room features
All guestrooms at Lake Mahinapua Hotel offer comforts such as air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Balconies or patios, heating, and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: NZD 5 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Hot tub

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 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 - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM 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)

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 5 to 25 per person

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
Property Registration Number 9429047365544

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Lake Mahinapua Hotel Hotel
Lake Mahinapua Hotel Ruatapu
Lake Mahinapua Hotel Hotel Ruatapu

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Mahinapua 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 Lake Mahinapua Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Lake Mahinapua Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Mahinapua Hotel located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Westcoast Treetop Walk, Hokitika Clock Tower, and Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre. William Steyn Stonepainter and The Gold Room are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Lake Mahinapua Hotel Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

7.6

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 33 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and very clean very enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a fun hotel/motel!!! The staff was fantastic as was the evening atmosphere/entertainment. The parking was a little tricky to park close to the cabin/room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, nice atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and comfortable, tv had access to many streaming services for any catching up whilst on the road. Noise is moderate, you can hear the occasional door shutting from surrounding rooms and the wind might if it's strong but nothing too disturbing. Staff were approachable and lovely. Would definitely stay again if in the area. My only suggestion would be to consider relocating the coat hooks as any wet coats currently hang above the bed and lamp
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

yang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All my family love the room，good space for family of 6! Nice view from the end room, good kitchen facilities!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

R and R on a great location

Great stay just outside Hokitika 5mins heading south. Cooking area was a bit spartan with old school hobs which worked ok. Food was nice great portions of blue cod and chips with salad . Friendly staff great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Simon

Room was clean and Tidy. No milk provided for tea and coffee. Had to have black coffee in the morning. Bar and kitchen still wasn’t open when we left at 10am. Wouldn’t stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Chai theng

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not recommended couples or family stay . Good for backpacker or single people.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay but found the restaurant and bar being closed on the Mondays a bit of a bummer and also the alcohol ban in rooms/on site was a surprise! However food was great the night we did eat there and the staff were all lovely and helpful. I imagine in summer it would be a great vibe. Beach just a stones throw away which was fabulous. Rooms were perfectly adequate for what we needed...clean..modern bathroom with great water pressure in the shower. We would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Annatjie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hotel is something out a wild west movie. No cellphone coverage and limited wifi only if near the main building. Mondays the place is closed all locked up. My room was great tho had everything I needed. Clean and tidy. Ensuite was excellent clean and shower was hot. Excellent vegetarian burger and chips.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

lesley

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Staff were lovely, location was good, the room was a good size and clean. There were a couple of issues. The toilet seat was broken and was not able to be fixed. Also one of the reasons for choosing this place was the washing facilities, unfortunately this was also broken and not able to be fixed during our stay. The cafe was also closed. All in all giving the impression the owners weren’t really interested in providing the best service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, what a great find. Hotel is done up fabulously, food excellent, staff couldn’t have been more helpful. Power shower, which after a days hiking was truly appreciated. Given a peaceful room so was nice and quiet. Will stay again! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dave

I liked the cows and proximity to the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Juliet

Liked: Staff & service
Communal kitchen could be improved. Rather small for number of users. Tea and coffee would be appreciated in room. No internet in our room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was not good place to stay overnight too much noise and party from the Kiwi experience tour group.The food was terrible and everything was run out when you try get something to order.I would not recommend people to stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wasn't a huge fan of this place. The staff weren't very friendly and the sign says happy hour until 8:30, but they said it now ends at 8. They overcharged burgers for multiple people in our group. The property is rundown and the doors are both hard to open and loud. I'd never recommend staying here. They clearly take advantage of tourists and overcharge everything they can.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kayo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフさん親切でした。鍵が鍵穴から抜きにくい点だけ気になりました。その他は良かったです。
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

vitasta

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
There was no amnities in the room, room was too small, we got up at 7 to start early trip but common kitchen was closed so we didnt have access to kettle hot water to have tea/coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Naoya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
部屋は清潔でスタッフの対応も良く宿泊した3ベッドルームに宿泊しましたがWIFIの接続も良好でした。
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edwina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Der Sonnenuntergang an der Beach
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Terrible. Nada recomendable

Terrible experiencia de inicio a fin. Estaba lleno de niños de 20 años, y todo estaba pensado para ellos, por lo que les ponen karaoke de 21 a 23h, y da igual lo mucho que griten o alboroten a cualquiero hora de la noche, no hay normas. No solo no se puede dormir por el escándalo y las voces de los fiesteros, si no que la cama es horrible también, imposible dormir. La cocina sucisima y ni la limpian cuando cierran de 21h a 6am. El baño sin papel y 2 duchas para mujeres para todo el camping. Desastroso. Nunca más
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good as.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Luke

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025