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The Moorings

2.5 star property
Lakefront motel in Wānaka with free parking

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Studio | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
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Three Bedroom Apartment | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Studio | Lake view

Studio

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Lake view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Three Bedroom Apartment | Terrace/patio

Three Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Mountain view
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Flat-screen TV, Netflix, streaming services

Two Bedroom / Two Bathroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Mountain view
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Mountain view
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Twin Double Bed Studio

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Lake view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Mountain view
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
17 Lakeside Road, Wanaka, 9343

What's nearby

  • Wanaka Golf Club - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Puzzling World - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Wanaka Lavender Farm - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Rippon Vineyard - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Mount Iron Lookout - 12 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kai Whakapai - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Curbside Coffee & Bagels - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Doughbin Bakery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Big Fig - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪B.Social Brewery & Bar - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Moorings

Motel by the lake
At The Moorings, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bicycle parking, and luggage storage
  • Barbecue grills and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at The Moorings boast perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and cribs/infant beds
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Heated floors, eco-friendly toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and microwaves

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 16 for adults and NZD 16 for children

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2000
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 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 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 45.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 16 for adults and NZD 16 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 45.0 per night
  • High chair fee: NZD 15 per night
  • Laundry fee: NZD 3

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Moorings Motel
Moorings Motel Wanaka
Moorings Wanaka
Moorings Hotel Wanaka
The Moorings Hotel Wanaka
Moorings Hotel Wanaka
The Moorings Motel
The Moorings Wanaka
The Moorings Motel Wanaka

Frequently asked questions

Is The Moorings pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Moorings?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Moorings?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Moorings?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Moorings located?

Situated on a lake, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Gallery Thirty Three, Picture Lounge, and Pembroke Park. Wanaka Golf Club and Rhyme and Reason Brewery are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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The Moorings Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 225 out of 342 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 342 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 342 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 342 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 342 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great stay, comfortable room. Handy to everything.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Very clean modern and convenient. Our apartment had a gas fireplace that made it extra cozy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Good location, efficient service.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Great location and nice clean room. Helpful staff with suggestions on what to do for the day. Laundry facility was very helpful too.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Nice! Nice! Nice!
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Great room, great view, great value. Reception staff was very kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Great views in a decent motel. Just a few doors away from a great Thai restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

The stay started with a marvellous friendly welcome. The room was fine, the beds comfortable and the view and location the best you could ask for.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

The moorings was close to town and we could walk everywhere. The room was very nice, and the private outside area made it really lovely. The customer service was brilliant, Dan really went above and beyond.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

We enjoyed the lake view and very comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Great staff. Very clean and modern. Excellent vibe.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

When booking the Moorings I prioritised the lake view over other options that may have been cheaper and/or more spacious. The lake and mountain view from the room and balcony was certainly worth any premium, despite the road in the foreground, although a small table on the balcony permitting outdoor meals would have enhanced the experience. The studio room was smaller than other hotel apartments we booked on our trip but was perfectly adequate and to a good standard (albeit not luxurious). The location is very central in Wanaka which is certainly an advantage.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

The Moorings is in a great location where you can walk to all the shops and restaurants. The condo was clean and comfortable but smallish for four people. It was really nice to have private parking and the staff were very helpful and cheerful to deal with. I would recommend this place if you want to spend several days in Wanaka!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10

Very comfortable stay. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Comfortable room with view of Lake and mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10

Great quite location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

I loved the Moorings! Peter was extremely helpful and we really enjoyed being able to walk downtown.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

We had a late arvo checkin due to another place letting us down but the Moorings did not and was a beautiful place overlooking the lake and mountains in the back ground, Warm, Clean would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10

Beautiful view of Lake Wanaka.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Good location. Parking a bit tight but accommodations were good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

Great Lake view rooms, self catering with cooking facilities if needed. Easy walk to town and dinning options. Parking available but limited.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10

Enjoyed sitting out on the patio with a view of the lake. Several bars and dining options within easy walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

Very good option for the mnight in Wanaka.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10

Felt it was overpriced. The bathroom was rundown and needs upgraded. Paint flaking off and the bath is chipped. We were very underwhelmed when we checked in
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024