Manuka Crescent Motel

3.5 star property
Motel in Wānaka with free parking

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BBQ/picnic area
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living room | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
Standard Studio | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Standard Studio | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Front of property

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Studio

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Classic Studio

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Twin Room (Backpacker Room Slanting Ceiling)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
  • Hill view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
51 Manuka Crescent, Wanaka, 9305

What's nearby

  • Wanaka Golf Club - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Puzzling World - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Wanaka Lavender Farm - 7 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Rippon Vineyard - 9 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Mount Iron Lookout - 14 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kai Whakapai - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Curbside Coffee & Bagels - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Doughbin Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Big Fig - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪B.Social Brewery & Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Manuka Crescent Motel

Property highlights
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities at Manuka Crescent Motel. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Manuka Crescent Motel include perks such as separate sitting areas and separate dining areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies or patios, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • 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

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Portable fan
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: NZD 40 for check-in between 9:30 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9:00 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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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

  • Late check-in fee: NZD 40 for check-in between 9:30 PM and midnight

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Manuka Crescent Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Manuka Crescent Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Manuka Crescent Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available from 9:30 PM– midnight for a fee of NZD 40.

What time is check-out at Manuka Crescent Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Manuka Crescent Motel located?

Situated in Wānaka, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Gallery Thirty Three, Picture Lounge, and Pembroke Park. Wanaka Golf Club and Lake Wanaka are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Manuka Crescent Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 252 out of 534 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 216 out of 534 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 534 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 534 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 534 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful place for us to spend a few nights at. The staff was friendly and attentive, rooms were clean, beds and pillows were comfy , the kitchen had everything we needed, and the parking was easy. And we were even able to do our laundry! Perfect stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mervyn

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dirty cups
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carri

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

Would go back

Very nice place and staff was wonderful, giving us a map and telling us of places to hike get food.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a perfect quiet place a little outside of town but close enough to walk. We enjoyed having a little balcony
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property a short drive from town but the room was modern with full facilities. Plenty of parking and quiet location.. Price was reasonable for the area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious & close to cycling trail property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hei Chun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Clare

Disliked: Cleanliness
Low rating as we didn’t stay here, changed our minds. Drove in and straight out and took a hit on the cost. Looked run down and further out from town/lake than we wanted. We went to the wonderful Belvedere apartments instead which was well worth it.

8/10 Good

Sheryl

Nice room quiet area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manasi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Stay!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and friendly staff. Inconvenient location without a car and out of date facilities. Toilet seat wouldn’t stay up etc. Nevertheless, a good basic stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly staff and good atmosphere. Will come back when next time visit 😉

10/10 Excellent

Chandler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay at this motel in Wanaka. We stayed in the two bedroom - the beds were comfortable, the kitchen had basic utensils (as well as Teas and Coffee), but no cooking oil. The laundry was really convenient and nice - cost $5 for one load (both wash and dry). Staff were really friendly and helpful! I would stay here again and would recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mike the owner/manager was super helpful and the place was very comfortable and clean. Very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean Allowed us to check in a bit early as room was readt Not so good, quite a walk from the town centre Even when open no one at reception, just left a note on the door saying back soon
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Unfortunately, there were maintenance issues and power points require the services of an Electrician
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

PETER

This reservation was cancelled on 13/02/24, which is when we requested a booking. Manuka said they had cancelled this. I see a charge has been raised and demand it be reversed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Andrea

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Even though it states sound proof rooms - they are certainly not. Can hear everything from people in room next to you showering or running a tap, people outside walking, and a dog next door barking. Also penalties apply for travelling for business, which is fine however there is no mention of this until after you have booked your non refundable booking
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Carol

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manager did not like that I’d booked via an online booking site. This motel is very rule orientated. The unit was not serviced other than removing rubbish. Unit appeared initially to be clean though with a heavy smell of air freshener. Mould in shower. Cooking facilities were an air fryer and an electric frypan which was badly in need of a clean. However the bed linen was fresh and clean. No individual toiletries or face cloths provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Anton

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No one at reception when we arrived, notice on door “ be back shortly”. Rang phone number on the notice, no response for 30 minutes, staff member was inside but forgot to take notice of the door. Unit was small, bed not made up properly chairs uncomfortable. Bed very hard, club chairs. Room looked tired and needs an update, not value for what we payed. We do not recommend this stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Brendon

Disliked: Staff & service

Hotelier cancelled booking!

The hotelier lectured my wife twice over the phone on using Expedia to book, stating we should be supporting NZ businesses by booking direct, and not sending money offshore to the US. On arrival, I had to listen to the same spiel, and also that he had cancelled our Expedia booking, as discussed with my wife, which was an outright lie!! She did not authorise him to do so. He also rebooked our room direct so he didn’t have to pay fee’s to Expedia (hoteliers words). He discounted us a few dollars less than our Expedia cost…wow!! Because of this we have now lost loyalty rewards of around 4-5 times the value. We travel a lot, and always book through the app, but we shouldn’t have be confronted over how we book. We don’t have time to ring around trying to find available rooms; and we shouldn’t have to justify why we book the way we do either. We will not stay here again, nor will we recommend. If planning on booking through the app to get rewards, I wouldn’t bother as you probably won’t get them! Other than that, the room was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Janelle

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025