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Edgewater

4.5 star property
Beachfront hotel with 3 hot tubs and a sauna

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The Edgewater sits lakeside with a coffee shop and garden for quiet moments. Enjoy tennis or cycling, then recover in the sauna. The terrace offers stunning lake views. Free WiFi and laundry facilities add convenience. Helpful staff and a highly praised location.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Hot Tub

Room options

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Apartment

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Washer/dryer
2 bedrooms
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Washer/dryer
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Hotel Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

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Balcony or patio
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Satellite channels
In-room safe
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Private kitchen

Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

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  • Sleeps 2

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Premium Hotel Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Satellite channels
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Suite | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Premium Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

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Balcony or patio
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Premium Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
  • 85 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Apartment

  • Sleeps 6

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

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  • Sleeps 5

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Premium Hotel Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Map
54 Sargood Drive, Wanaka, 9305

What's nearby

  • Rippon Vineyard - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • That Wānaka Tree - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Wānaka Golf Club - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Puzzling World - 8 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Mount Iron Lookout - 17 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kai Whaka Pai - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Big Fig - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Water Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Doughbin Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪鼎點168 (Gusto) - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Edgewater

Luxury hotel by the lake
Take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden at Edgewater. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the 3 hot tubs. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and tennis courts
  • Newspapers in the lobby, a gift shop, and 1 meeting room
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 104 rooms include comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, hair dryers, and shampoo
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, free tea bags/instant coffee, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 22 to 32 for adults and NZD 12 to 16 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 3 hot tubs
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Ski storage
  • Tennis
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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)

More

  • 11 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1986
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 22 to 32 for adults, and NZD 12 to 16 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
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.

Property is also known as

Edgewater Hotel Wanaka
Edgewater Wanaka
Edgewater Hotel
Edgewater Wanaka
Edgewater Hotel Wanaka

Frequently asked questions

Is Edgewater pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Edgewater?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Edgewater?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Edgewater?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Edgewater located?

Located in Wānaka, this beachfront hotel is on the boardwalk/promenade and within 1 mi (2 km) of Rippon and Rippon Vineyard. Pembroke Park and Lake Wānaka are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Edgewater Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 643 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ya-ting

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Keddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel. We really enjoyed our stay. The hotel restaurant was exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie

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

A gem!

Loved the Edgewater Wanaka. Definitely recommend. Spacious rooms and well equipped. Loved hiring the bikes to go for a ride around the lake. Would stay again- but longer next time!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place and nice rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Staff & service
Expensive for what we got thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tuyet Nhu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are eloping in NZ and taking off in a helicopter, I highly recommend booking the Edgewater, and if you can get it, premium suite #101. It was a mere 20m from our patio to the waiting helicopter, no having to drive anywhere etc. That aside, the staff were so friendly with lots of nice personal touches noting our celebration. The refurbished rooms are tastefully decorated and spacious. Being right on the lake is beautiful and plenty of available parking. Getting into town is walkable otherwise a comfortable 5 min drive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent view
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Andre

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

Beautiful Place

The location is absolutely beautiful. The staff were excellent — special thanks to the restaurant manager, who was extremely kind. Breakfast comes with a great view, and the à la carte options are better than the buffet. A few rooms haven’t been renovated yet. We stayed in one of them — it was still nice, but the heating wasn’t strong enough and the shower was weak. Still, it’s a great hotel overall, and we’d love to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great place to stay, the room was amazing with great views of the snow on the mountains, Dinning was the best lamb I have eaten, will be back thanks
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always great service and easy to get to town an other attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location , very quiet and superb views
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

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

A nice room with a beautiful view

Beautiful view of the lake. The room was nice!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location by the water. Food and service were amazing. Hotel is also really clean which is a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, very good service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, wonderful surrounds right on the lake. Very comfortable room and would definitely recommend and return again
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at this property, so much so we're going back in a few days time. Great walk along lake front into town. Delicious meal at the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow! What a magical place Edgewater is. I came to relax and as soon as i walked in I felt calm. The restaurant has fabulous food, from breakfast to dinner. Sitting outside up on the hill and looking down at the lake was my favourite. The grounds are just lovely. The staff were attentive and nothing was too much trouble. They even offered to carry my bags to my room. The walk around the lake was absolutely beautiful. I would highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

Home away from home

Amazing place to stay with friendly staff and very welcoming & homely feel. For a relaxing trip away would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet place to relax, immaculate grounds, helpful and friendly staff. I will definitely recommend this motel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Aileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a lovely view from our room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renu

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property on the edge of the lake! Gorgeous views and you can walk on the lake and see the lake from your room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great views
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel resort. We had a suite that was just perfect! The layout and views were amazing and it felt very spacious. There’s a restaurant available. The coffee breakfast was delicious. It is an older resort but very well maintained. We didn’t stay very long but there is a sauna available. The lake is just a quick walk out from any of the rooms and restaurants. I’m definitely planning to return to this location and the resort. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing accommodation next to the lake. We walked to That Wanaka Tree from hotel for less than 10 mins. The backyard with the view of lake is stunning, we even dis stargazing at night from the backyard.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

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