Cardrona Hotel
$88
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for Cardrona Hotel
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$88
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Cardrona Hotel average $80 in May, the cheapest month, and $158 in September, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $95 |
| February | $92 |
| March | $89 |
| April | $86 |
| May | $80 |
| June | $89 |
| July | $117 |
| August | $132 |
| September | $158 |
| October | $88 |
| November | $106 |
| December | $92 |
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Cheapest: May (~$80)
About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as shopping on site.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as shopping on site.
Business amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Satisfy your appetite with local cuisine at Cardrona Hotel, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 16 guestrooms. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and free tea bags/instant coffee, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
Located in Cardrona, Cardrona Hotel is in a rural location, a 4-minute drive from Cardrona Distillery and 15 minutes from Crown Range Summit. This hotel is 6.6 mi (10.7 km) from Cardrona Alpine Resort and 12.8 mi (20.5 km) from Snow Farm New Zealand.
What's nearby
Crown Range(0.1 miles)
Cardrona Distillery(1.7 miles)
Cardrona Alpine Resort(6.6 miles)
Valley View Quad Chair(6.7 miles)
Whitestar Express Quad Chair(8.3 miles)
Crown Range Summit(8.9 miles)
MacDougals Quad Chair(9.1 miles)
Captain's Express Quad Chair(10 miles)
Snow Farm New Zealand(12.8 miles)
That Wānaka Tree(15.7 miles)
Mount Iron Lookout(16 miles)
Arrowtown Golf Course(17.6 miles)
Amisfield Winery(18.3 miles)
Amisfield(18.3 miles)
Tobins Track(18.9 miles)
Wānaka Airport (WKA)(20.1 miles)
Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN)(23.7 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Hot Tub / Jacuzzi
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Banquet Facilities
Location
2312 Cardrona Valley Road, Cardrona, New Zealand
Crown Range (0.1 miles)
Cardrona Distillery (1.7 miles)
Cardrona Alpine Resort (6.6 miles)
Valley View Quad Chair (6.7 miles)
Whitestar Express Quad Chair (8.3 miles)
Crown Range Summit (8.9 miles)
Room options
5
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingPrivate BathroomRollaway or Extra Beds (Extra Fee)
5
Family Room
Room details
1 Queen Bed
and 2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 4
323 ft²
HeatingRollaway or Extra Beds (Extra Fee)
7
Standard Room (Queen Room)
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
215 ft²
HeatingRollaway or Extra Beds (Extra Fee)
5
Standard Room (Twin Single Room)
Room details
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
205 ft²
HeatingRollaway or Extra Beds (Extra Fee)
5
Twin Queen Room
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
215 ft²
HeatingRollaway or Extra Beds (Extra Fee)
5
Pub Petite Room
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
151 ft²
Heating
5
Premium Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
215 ft²
HeatingRollaway or Extra Beds (Extra Fee)
10
Cardrona Villa 37
Room details
1 King Bed
, 1 Queen Bed
, and 1 Full Bed
Sleeps 6
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Kitchen
8
Cardrona Villa 41
Room details
1 King Bed
, 1 Queen Bed
, and 1 Bunk Bed
Sleeps 6
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Kitchen
Guest reviews of Cardrona Hotel
9.2
Superb
Based on 839 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
2%
Couple
57%
Family
21%
Group
14%
Solo
3%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Cardrona Hotel is praised for its historic charm, lovely gardens and relaxed atmosphere, with many guests enjoying excellent food and friendly staff, plus outdoor fires and a hot tub after days exploring nearby Wānaka, Queenstown and the local ski fields.
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Cardrona Hotel is praised for its historic charm, lovely gardens and relaxed atmosphere, with many guests enjoying excellent food and friendly staff, plus outdoor fires and a hot tub after days exploring nearby Wānaka, Queenstown and the local ski fields.
Rooms are cozy and comfortable, though some are small or basic, and several notes mention thin walls, courtyard noise, and outdated TVs. Multiple reviews also highlight the absence of in-room fridges or microwaves, occasional slow Wi-Fi, and check-in or checkout handled at the bar with queues. Overall, it suits travelers seeking historic charm and a relaxed vibe over modern, fully equipped rooms.
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Facilities
Guests highlight the gardens and beer garden with outdoor fires, plus a shared hot tub; parking is straightforward. A few note there is no air conditioning.
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Vernon
Feb 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful hotel! I highly recommend. Oasis compared to the madness of Wanaka. Cardrona Hotel is a beautifully restored old hotel. Surroundings are clean, quiet and beautiful. Staff warm, relaxed, helpful and friendly. Food and coffee excellent. Count yourself a winner if you stay here.
Wonderful hotel! I highly recommend. Oasis compared to the madness of Wanaka. Cardrona Hotel is a beautifully restored old hotel. Surroundings are clean, quiet and beautiful. Staff warm, relaxed, helpful and friendly. Food and coffee excellent. Count yourself a winner if you stay here.
10
Reuben
Jun 28, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Great staff, warm rooms, open fires and good drinks.
Great staff, warm rooms, open fires and good drinks.
10
Miro
Nov 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Gorgeous gem of a property. So much history. Immaculately maintained. Some of the best food we’ve had on our trip. And a bonus hot tub!
Gorgeous gem of a property. So much history. Immaculately maintained. Some of the best food we’ve had on our trip. And a bonus hot tub!
10
Melanie
Jun 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This is such a cool place to stay. The rooms are basic with everything you need, comfy beds, warm and the decor has a nice country feel. You can eat at the iconic Cardrona hotel or toast marshmallows around the outdoor fire then wander back to your room. Great staff as well.
This is such a cool place to stay. The rooms are basic with everything you need, comfy beds, warm and the decor has a nice country feel. You can eat at the iconic Cardrona hotel or toast marshmallows around the outdoor fire then wander back to your room. Great staff as well.
10
Claire Catherine
Jun 11, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Having stopped here for lunch many times, I always wanted to stay as it looked so lovely! I was not disappointed. This place was just wonderful. From the room to the staff, food and grounds, I can not fault anything. The fireplace, inside and out was the best. The hot tub was relaxing as well.
Having stopped here for lunch many times, I always wanted to stay as it looked so lovely! I was not disappointed. This place was just wonderful. From the room to the staff, food and grounds, I can not fault anything. The fireplace, inside and out was the best. The hot tub was relaxing as well.
10
Val
Dec 23, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful gardens. Peaceful overnight.
Beautiful gardens. Peaceful overnight.
10
David
Mar 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Cardona Hotel is a GEM! This is our second time staying here. We've stayed in a lot of great places all over NZ, but Cardrona Hotel is by far our favorite. They've done such an amazing job with the restoration, keeping it feeling like an old mining hotel/pub, but still very upscale. The rooms have all new amenities but still look like they could be original. The bar, restaurant and outside areas are where the hotel really shines. If you're here in ski season, this is the go-to aprés-ski if you're on Cardrona Mtn. The mulled wine is worth lining up for and the cozy interior or multiple spots by the fire pits out back make a great place to hang out after a big day on the mountain. Both the bar and restaurant food are delicious. If you want to eat at the restaurant, I'd make a reservation. It's absolutely worth it. If you're staying at the hotel, their breakfast is also just what you need to start the day. This time we stayed in summer, and it was just as lovely. Instead of mulled wine, they had sangria! It was great! We sat out in the back area, the weather was lovely, and again, the food....perfect. As amazing as the hotel, drinks, food and premises are, what really sells this place is the staff. Always so nice, friendly and attentive. Even when we were there, we had a huge unexpected rush of customers. While obviously a bit shorter on staff and under the pump, the staff never waivered in their charm and service. All of this is to say.....stay here. You'll love it.
Cardona Hotel is a GEM! This is our second time staying here. We've stayed in a lot of great places all over NZ, but Cardrona Hotel is by far our favorite. They've done such an amazing job with the restoration, keeping it feeling like an old mining hotel/pub, but still very upscale. The rooms have all new amenities but still look like they could be original. The bar, restaurant and outside areas are where the hotel really shines. If you're here in ski season, this is the go-to aprés-ski if you're on Cardrona Mtn. The mulled wine is worth lining up for and the cozy interior or multiple spots by the fire pits out back make a great place to hang out after a big day on the mountain. Both the bar and restaurant food are delicious. If you want to eat at the restaurant, I'd make a reservation. It's absolutely worth it. If you're staying at the hotel, their breakfast is also just what you need to start the day. This time we stayed in summer, and it was just as lovely. Instead of mulled wine, they had sangria! It was great! We sat out in the back area, the weather was lovely, and again, the food....perfect. As amazing as the hotel, drinks, food and premises are, what really sells this place is the staff. Always so nice, friendly and attentive. Even when we were there, we had a huge unexpected rush of customers. While obviously a bit shorter on staff and under the pump, the staff never waivered in their charm and service. All of this is to say.....stay here. You'll love it.
10
Jodie
Nov 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great pub and excellent atmosphere. Easy parking and stay was coming comfortable.
Great pub and excellent atmosphere. Easy parking and stay was coming comfortable.
10
Shah
Feb 2, 2023
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Great garden bar and awesome vibe.. my highlight of my trip.
Great garden bar and awesome vibe.. my highlight of my trip.
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Hannah
Feb 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stunning gardens where we enjoyed a beautiful meal. Easy parking next to property. We stayed in the room with a balcony overlooking the gardens - breathtaking! We also had access to the hot tub - worth it! Staff are super helpful. A trip highlight!
Stunning gardens where we enjoyed a beautiful meal. Easy parking next to property. We stayed in the room with a balcony overlooking the gardens - breathtaking! We also had access to the hot tub - worth it! Staff are super helpful. A trip highlight!
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently call the rooms and grounds clean and well maintained. Occasional remarks mention dated fittings, but overall standards are high.
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Melissa
Oct 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The rooms were clean, very comfortable, and the staff was amazing. They went over and beyond to help make our stay enjoyable. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting
The rooms were clean, very comfortable, and the staff was amazing. They went over and beyond to help make our stay enjoyable. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting
10
Sandra
Nov 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was a very beautiful place to stay. It is a small place on the edge of the highway but then behind it opens to a stunning courtyard(s) and just a serene experience. The historical Nate was very alive in our minds to as it feels like it might have many years ago just better! The room was clean, pretty and made more spacious as we got the coveted top end with a deck!! 100% recommend the Cardrona Hotel for everything you need and want!
This was a very beautiful place to stay. It is a small place on the edge of the highway but then behind it opens to a stunning courtyard(s) and just a serene experience. The historical Nate was very alive in our minds to as it feels like it might have many years ago just better! The room was clean, pretty and made more spacious as we got the coveted top end with a deck!! 100% recommend the Cardrona Hotel for everything you need and want!
10
Carol
May 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Absolutely beautiful. Care is taken with the cleanliness and decor. Staff were amazing and accommodating. Had a fantastic stay.
Absolutely beautiful. Care is taken with the cleanliness and decor. Staff were amazing and accommodating. Had a fantastic stay.
10
Raewyn
Mar 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We loved our stay here, the rooms were a great size, warm and spotlessly clean. We had bar snacks in the afternoon and breakfast. The food was amazing. Will definitely be back.
We loved our stay here, the rooms were a great size, warm and spotlessly clean. We had bar snacks in the afternoon and breakfast. The food was amazing. Will definitely be back.
10
Mosi
Oct 7, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Super clean and comfortable. Highly recommended
Super clean and comfortable. Highly recommended
10
Sabine
Feb 12, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Nice personnel, clean room and a fantastic inner yard to have dinner and a drink in if weather permits.
Nice personnel, clean room and a fantastic inner yard to have dinner and a drink in if weather permits.
10
Tracey
May 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Awesome stay here Very friendly staff, Great meals, lovely and clean Great water pressure for shower Definitely worth the stopover
Awesome stay here Very friendly staff, Great meals, lovely and clean Great water pressure for shower Definitely worth the stopover
10
Lisa
Mar 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It was cosy and clean
It was cosy and clean
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Kate
Oct 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Absolutely amazing stay! The staff were warm and welcoming from the moment we arrived. The room was spotless, beautifully presented, and incredibly comfortable. Every detail was thought of — from the quality amenities to the stunning gardens. The location was perfect. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience — we’ll definitely be back!
Absolutely amazing stay! The staff were warm and welcoming from the moment we arrived. The room was spotless, beautifully presented, and incredibly comfortable. Every detail was thought of — from the quality amenities to the stunning gardens. The location was perfect. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience — we’ll definitely be back!
10
Monica
Apr 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful room with outlook over beer garden (gorgeous garden 💐). Very comfortable and clean.
Beautiful room with outlook over beer garden (gorgeous garden 💐). Very comfortable and clean.
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Rooms
Rooms are cozy with rustic character; some are compact while a few offer extra space or balconies and garden views. Common drawbacks include thin walls and courtyard noise, no in-room fridge or microwave, outdated TVs, occasional slow Wi-Fi, and limited A/C.
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Sandra
Nov 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was a very beautiful place to stay. It is a small place on the edge of the highway but then behind it opens to a stunning courtyard(s) and just a serene experience. The historical Nate was very alive in our minds to as it feels like it might have many years ago just better! The room was clean, pretty and made more spacious as we got the coveted top end with a deck!! 100% recommend the Cardrona Hotel for everything you need and want!
This was a very beautiful place to stay. It is a small place on the edge of the highway but then behind it opens to a stunning courtyard(s) and just a serene experience. The historical Nate was very alive in our minds to as it feels like it might have many years ago just better! The room was clean, pretty and made more spacious as we got the coveted top end with a deck!! 100% recommend the Cardrona Hotel for everything you need and want!
10
Mark
Dec 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was unexpectedly phenomenal! Bed and bathroom were exquisite.
The room was unexpectedly phenomenal! Bed and bathroom were exquisite.
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Evelyn
Nov 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It's a beautiful hotel in a lovely location. I highly recommend it. Would have loved to stay there more than one night. Would love it if there was a fridge and microwave in the room. The food in the bar was amazing, albeit a bit pricey.
It's a beautiful hotel in a lovely location. I highly recommend it. Would have loved to stay there more than one night. Would love it if there was a fridge and microwave in the room. The food in the bar was amazing, albeit a bit pricey.
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Theodore
Mar 26, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed in room 22, very noisy and had trouble sleeping. This room is next door to the laundry and the Dryer seemed to be turning on and off all night. At 1am we got up to turn appliances off at the power points. Laundry started up again early am, so much for sleep in. Through the night there was also noise from another power plant turning on and off.
We stayed in room 22, very noisy and had trouble sleeping. This room is next door to the laundry and the Dryer seemed to be turning on and off all night. At 1am we got up to turn appliances off at the power points. Laundry started up again early am, so much for sleep in. Through the night there was also noise from another power plant turning on and off.
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P
Feb 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice place to stay at. Very hot in the room though, with no A/C. Understandable why they don’t have A/C though as would only be used a few weeks a year. The TV was about 20years old and didn’t work so maybe they should update though with some FlatScreens on the wall and do away with those old cupboards. Otherwise all good and awesome Bar/Restaurant etc
Very nice place to stay at. Very hot in the room though, with no A/C. Understandable why they don’t have A/C though as would only be used a few weeks a year. The TV was about 20years old and didn’t work so maybe they should update though with some FlatScreens on the wall and do away with those old cupboards. Otherwise all good and awesome Bar/Restaurant etc
10
Sophia
Nov 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very cute old fashion feel, lovely sitting area outside. Great food, walls in the rooms were a little thin. Beautiful views.
Very cute old fashion feel, lovely sitting area outside. Great food, walls in the rooms were a little thin. Beautiful views.
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Deepthi
Jan 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The cottage gardens were a delight and an oasis and the pub staff were very nice. We had booked a family room for 4 of us which was located on the ground floor. The beds were clean and comfortable, the walls very thin and people above us walking could be heard. There was no microwave or fridge in the room (the only accomodation in our entire travels through NZ) not to have it, which was disappointing as we had bought cheese to take back home. When I asked they said they are a hotel and hence these facilities are not there… that was a real surprise. Milk provided was inadequate and we had to ask a couple of times for milk just to make 2 cups of tea a day. The showers were great however a curtain around the shower would be useful as the toilet and floor around the toilet was soaking wet each time we used the shower. Wifi was hit and miss. The hotel has a charming look and feel to it but I don’t think I would stay there again as it did not suit our type of travelling.
The cottage gardens were a delight and an oasis and the pub staff were very nice. We had booked a family room for 4 of us which was located on the ground floor. The beds were clean and comfortable, the walls very thin and people above us walking could be heard. There was no microwave or fridge in the room (the only accomodation in our entire travels through NZ) not to have it, which was disappointing as we had bought cheese to take back home. When I asked they said they are a hotel and hence these facilities are not there… that was a real surprise. Milk provided was inadequate and we had to ask a couple of times for milk just to make 2 cups of tea a day. The showers were great however a curtain around the shower would be useful as the toilet and floor around the toilet was soaking wet each time we used the shower. Wifi was hit and miss. The hotel has a charming look and feel to it but I don’t think I would stay there again as it did not suit our type of travelling.
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Jing
Nov 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The property is right next to the bar by the roadside, and the bar’s courtyard is just outside the room. Although the bar says it closes at 10 pm, they were still playing loud music after 10:30 pm, and customers were chatting in the courtyard. It wasn’t quiet or private enough, and the room was very small.
The property is right next to the bar by the roadside, and the bar’s courtyard is just outside the room. Although the bar says it closes at 10 pm, they were still playing loud music after 10:30 pm, and customers were chatting in the courtyard. It wasn’t quiet or private enough, and the room was very small.
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Peter
Feb 24, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful location, full of character, helpful staff, option of bar food or restaurant, reasonable prices, only slight criticisms are no air conditioning (not even a fan) and a (very) old tv! Overall an excellent stay though!!
Wonderful location, full of character, helpful staff, option of bar food or restaurant, reasonable prices, only slight criticisms are no air conditioning (not even a fan) and a (very) old tv! Overall an excellent stay though!!
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Kelly
Aug 2, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Great spot. Food was top quality. Staff very excellent. Only thing that would be good was if the rooms had a fridge which would be such a simple fix. Kids weren't a fan of the tube tv either😂 but didn't matter to us. Would definitely stay again.
Great spot. Food was top quality. Staff very excellent. Only thing that would be good was if the rooms had a fridge which would be such a simple fix. Kids weren't a fan of the tube tv either😂 but didn't matter to us. Would definitely stay again.
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Service
Staff are widely described as friendly, welcoming and helpful. Some guests experienced bar-based check-in or checkout queues, a rare brusque interaction, or temporary payment issues.
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Melissa
Oct 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The rooms were clean, very comfortable, and the staff was amazing. They went over and beyond to help make our stay enjoyable. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting
The rooms were clean, very comfortable, and the staff was amazing. They went over and beyond to help make our stay enjoyable. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting
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Alan
Jun 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly and attentive staff. Outside fire pit is a great place to relax in the open air.
Very friendly and attentive staff. Outside fire pit is a great place to relax in the open air.
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Samantha
Nov 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely setting, and nice bar area. Could use a clearer check in area.
Lovely setting, and nice bar area. Could use a clearer check in area.
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Victoria
Dec 28, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very nice hotel and Alex who took care of us was so friendly!
Very nice hotel and Alex who took care of us was so friendly!
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Sarah
Nov 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Sign at reception says to check in at the bar if no one’s available so I went to the bar where the bar maid was quite rude and dismissive. We were too early to check in (which is strictly 3pm) so we went to the next town and arrived back at 8.30pm and had to go back to the bar to check in as fairly, no one at reception. Unfortunately we got the same lady at the bar who then asked a lady who was waiting tables to check us in and she said she didn’t have time. A lovely gentleman however met us back at reception and took us to our room. There is no fridge and we were travelling with food so we had to throw out what we had and the only place to eat is the hotel itself for 23km. The hotel itself is absolutely beautiful but we were not feeling welcome and decided to stay in our room. On check out at 10am, no one at reception so I was dreading going back to the bar. Thankfully it was not the same lady. We also stayed one less night as our tour in Queenstown was cancelled due to rain and rescheduled for the next week which put us a day behind. Management agreeing and allowing a refund for the last night was an arduous process blamed on Expedia however our other bookings had to be changed also and were simple, friendly and took minutes.
Sign at reception says to check in at the bar if no one’s available so I went to the bar where the bar maid was quite rude and dismissive. We were too early to check in (which is strictly 3pm) so we went to the next town and arrived back at 8.30pm and had to go back to the bar to check in as fairly, no one at reception. Unfortunately we got the same lady at the bar who then asked a lady who was waiting tables to check us in and she said she didn’t have time. A lovely gentleman however met us back at reception and took us to our room. There is no fridge and we were travelling with food so we had to throw out what we had and the only place to eat is the hotel itself for 23km. The hotel itself is absolutely beautiful but we were not feeling welcome and decided to stay in our room. On check out at 10am, no one at reception so I was dreading going back to the bar. Thankfully it was not the same lady. We also stayed one less night as our tour in Queenstown was cancelled due to rain and rescheduled for the next week which put us a day behind. Management agreeing and allowing a refund for the last night was an arduous process blamed on Expedia however our other bookings had to be changed also and were simple, friendly and took minutes.
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Karen
Apr 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean and quiet. Great place to stay. The only problem was checkout. You had to checkout at the main bar. There was a que of about 20 people ordering food and also checking out. After waiting for 20 minutes there was still about 15 people in
Very clean and quiet. Great place to stay. The only problem was checkout. You had to checkout at the main bar. There was a que of about 20 people ordering food and also checking out. After waiting for 20 minutes there was still about 15 people in
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kurt
Nov 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
kamer brand schoon ,personeel zeer vriendelijk, het eten en de bediening was perfect.
kamer brand schoon ,personeel zeer vriendelijk, het eten en de bediening was perfect.
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Matt
Nov 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beer on tap was good. Staff all friendly and helpful. The restaurant was very good!
Beer on tap was good. Staff all friendly and helpful. The restaurant was very good!
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Jessica
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I can’t rave about the Cardrona Hotel enough - everything from the room to the service was 5-stars.
I can’t rave about the Cardrona Hotel enough - everything from the room to the service was 5-stars.
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Cathy
Nov 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff were friendly, the room was clean, but there was no fridge in the room. You are staying in a little village, where the hotel is on the edge of the courtyard,, which is very busy, with all the guests for dining and the bar. It wasn't quiet at first, but quieted down. They changed ownership in the middle of our stay and so couldn't use debit or credit cards after the first night which made it complicated.
The staff were friendly, the room was clean, but there was no fridge in the room. You are staying in a little village, where the hotel is on the edge of the courtyard,, which is very busy, with all the guests for dining and the bar. It wasn't quiet at first, but quieted down. They changed ownership in the middle of our stay and so couldn't use debit or credit cards after the first night which made it complicated.
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Location
Scenic rural setting between Wānaka and Queenstown and convenient for Cardrona ski fields. The highway-side pub can be lively, but many still find it a relaxing base.
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Donald
Dec 2, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a great little hotel and turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip. The restaurant is a little expensive and we were never really sure if our room number was 12A or 13, but aside from those quibbles it had a great vibe, was very comfortable and cozy, and the location was ideal, a fairly easy (and dramatic) drive to Queenstown one way and Wanaka the other! Highly recommend it.
This is a great little hotel and turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip. The restaurant is a little expensive and we were never really sure if our room number was 12A or 13, but aside from those quibbles it had a great vibe, was very comfortable and cozy, and the location was ideal, a fairly easy (and dramatic) drive to Queenstown one way and Wanaka the other! Highly recommend it.
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Tamar
Dec 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Older property on the side of the road from Wanaka to Queenstown. Rooms were smaller but clean. Nice outdoor garden area and restaurant onsite.
Older property on the side of the road from Wanaka to Queenstown. Rooms were smaller but clean. Nice outdoor garden area and restaurant onsite.
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Stuart
Jul 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place to stay near ski fields. Rooms with clean and tidy and nice and warm. Helpful friendly staff and great food. Thanks 👍
Great place to stay near ski fields. Rooms with clean and tidy and nice and warm. Helpful friendly staff and great food. Thanks 👍
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Michael
Mar 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great big room with comfy bed. Location is unique on its own in the Cardrona pass with exceptional views on the drive to it.
Great big room with comfy bed. Location is unique on its own in the Cardrona pass with exceptional views on the drive to it.
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Abhishek
Feb 25, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful hotel close to Wanaka on the way to Christchurch.
Beautiful hotel close to Wanaka on the way to Christchurch.
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Mitchell
Jun 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We loved the Cardrona Hotel! It was a little respite in the middle of open country. The rooms were pretty basic and there was some hotel noise we could hear from our room, but the staff and food were fantastic! I loved the little garden courtyard in the middle and the fires burning both inside and outside were cozy! We saw two rabbits outside our window one morning, having a snack amid the flowers growing around the peripheral of the property. If we ever make it out that way again, we will definitely be back!
We loved the Cardrona Hotel! It was a little respite in the middle of open country. The rooms were pretty basic and there was some hotel noise we could hear from our room, but the staff and food were fantastic! I loved the little garden courtyard in the middle and the fires burning both inside and outside were cozy! We saw two rabbits outside our window one morning, having a snack amid the flowers growing around the peripheral of the property. If we ever make it out that way again, we will definitely be back!
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Glenn
Sep 28, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Absolutely magical. This hotel is 160 years old and still operating with full charm, comfort and class. An added bonus is it is close to two great ski resorts.
Absolutely magical. This hotel is 160 years old and still operating with full charm, comfort and class. An added bonus is it is close to two great ski resorts.
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Sarah Bethany
May 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing property, hidden gem! Half way between Wanaka, Queenstown and Arrowtown. Would stay again!
Amazing property, hidden gem! Half way between Wanaka, Queenstown and Arrowtown. Would stay again!
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Kim
Mar 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent location. Very pretty and quaint.
Excellent location. Very pretty and quaint.
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Bjorn
Oct 8, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Close to the ski fields, nice rooms, great shower and hot tub, good bar and friendly staff.
Close to the ski fields, nice rooms, great shower and hot tub, good bar and friendly staff.
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Dining
The on-site bar and restaurant earn frequent praise for tasty, well-executed meals and a lively atmosphere at breakfast and dinner. A few guests found prices high or had isolated missteps.
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jo
Jan 4, 2023
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Stayed 19,356 nights
The best meal out I've ever had, beautiful room, beautiful area outside. Staff were lovely. Will be coming back again soon!
The best meal out I've ever had, beautiful room, beautiful area outside. Staff were lovely. Will be coming back again soon!
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Lisa
Jan 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Love this hotel. First time we’ve stayed rather than visited for an afternoon. Highlight, apart from the gorgeous garden bar, is the food. Consistent quality. Rated every meal. Only thing I would love to see changed is having a breakfast service for in house guests rather than guests needing to order through at the bar. Coffee is also excellent.
Love this hotel. First time we’ve stayed rather than visited for an afternoon. Highlight, apart from the gorgeous garden bar, is the food. Consistent quality. Rated every meal. Only thing I would love to see changed is having a breakfast service for in house guests rather than guests needing to order through at the bar. Coffee is also excellent.
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Karen
May 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
What a neat place to stay. There was a great vibe in the bar with a mixture of locals and tourists. We had a delicious meal in the restaurant. We love that they have kept the heritage of the buildings inside & out which adds to the atmosphere. We stayed in the Gemtle Annie room which made for a lovely overnight. Will be back!
What a neat place to stay. There was a great vibe in the bar with a mixture of locals and tourists. We had a delicious meal in the restaurant. We love that they have kept the heritage of the buildings inside & out which adds to the atmosphere. We stayed in the Gemtle Annie room which made for a lovely overnight. Will be back!
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Matt
Nov 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beer on tap was good. Staff all friendly and helpful. The restaurant was very good!
Beer on tap was good. Staff all friendly and helpful. The restaurant was very good!
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Ronald
Dec 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This is an iconic place that some may drive by, some may stop and take some pictures, but only those that go inside will understand just how special this place is. We stayed the night and had the best dinner of our two week trip in NZ! And the bar is a classic with great beer, wine and cocktails made from local sprits like the Source Gin.
This is an iconic place that some may drive by, some may stop and take some pictures, but only those that go inside will understand just how special this place is. We stayed the night and had the best dinner of our two week trip in NZ! And the bar is a classic with great beer, wine and cocktails made from local sprits like the Source Gin.
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David
Mar 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Cardona Hotel is a GEM! This is our second time staying here. We've stayed in a lot of great places all over NZ, but Cardrona Hotel is by far our favorite. They've done such an amazing job with the restoration, keeping it feeling like an old mining hotel/pub, but still very upscale. The rooms have all new amenities but still look like they could be original. The bar, restaurant and outside areas are where the hotel really shines. If you're here in ski season, this is the go-to aprés-ski if you're on Cardrona Mtn. The mulled wine is worth lining up for and the cozy interior or multiple spots by the fire pits out back make a great place to hang out after a big day on the mountain. Both the bar and restaurant food are delicious. If you want to eat at the restaurant, I'd make a reservation. It's absolutely worth it. If you're staying at the hotel, their breakfast is also just what you need to start the day. This time we stayed in summer, and it was just as lovely. Instead of mulled wine, they had sangria! It was great! We sat out in the back area, the weather was lovely, and again, the food....perfect. As amazing as the hotel, drinks, food and premises are, what really sells this place is the staff. Always so nice, friendly and attentive. Even when we were there, we had a huge unexpected rush of customers. While obviously a bit shorter on staff and under the pump, the staff never waivered in their charm and service. All of this is to say.....stay here. You'll love it.
Cardona Hotel is a GEM! This is our second time staying here. We've stayed in a lot of great places all over NZ, but Cardrona Hotel is by far our favorite. They've done such an amazing job with the restoration, keeping it feeling like an old mining hotel/pub, but still very upscale. The rooms have all new amenities but still look like they could be original. The bar, restaurant and outside areas are where the hotel really shines. If you're here in ski season, this is the go-to aprés-ski if you're on Cardrona Mtn. The mulled wine is worth lining up for and the cozy interior or multiple spots by the fire pits out back make a great place to hang out after a big day on the mountain. Both the bar and restaurant food are delicious. If you want to eat at the restaurant, I'd make a reservation. It's absolutely worth it. If you're staying at the hotel, their breakfast is also just what you need to start the day. This time we stayed in summer, and it was just as lovely. Instead of mulled wine, they had sangria! It was great! We sat out in the back area, the weather was lovely, and again, the food....perfect. As amazing as the hotel, drinks, food and premises are, what really sells this place is the staff. Always so nice, friendly and attentive. Even when we were there, we had a huge unexpected rush of customers. While obviously a bit shorter on staff and under the pump, the staff never waivered in their charm and service. All of this is to say.....stay here. You'll love it.
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Terry
Jan 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely old hotel Would have liked a small refrigerator in the room The meals at hotel were a bit over priced
Lovely old hotel Would have liked a small refrigerator in the room The meals at hotel were a bit over priced
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Tracey
Aug 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Couldn’t fault my stay and dinner in the restaurant was exceptional, both the service and the food 10 out of 10. I eat out a Lot and this was the best of both I have had in a very long time
Couldn’t fault my stay and dinner in the restaurant was exceptional, both the service and the food 10 out of 10. I eat out a Lot and this was the best of both I have had in a very long time
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Cathy
Mar 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We did not appreciate being charged for "water". This was already on the table at dinner before we sat down with guests. NZ does not charge for water unless specifically sparkling water is asked for.
We did not appreciate being charged for "water". This was already on the table at dinner before we sat down with guests. NZ does not charge for water unless specifically sparkling water is asked for.
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Lynette
Aug 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We had an amazing stay and enjoyed great service and excellent food.
We had an amazing stay and enjoyed great service and excellent food.
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Nick
Aug 28, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful property as always and the staff was so personable and nice. Great stay and thank you!!
Wonderful property as always and the staff was so personable and nice. Great stay and thank you!!
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Saskia
Aug 27, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Jacuzzi was a bonus. Staff very helpful and made stay relaxing.
Jacuzzi was a bonus. Staff very helpful and made stay relaxing.
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Mitchell
Aug 26, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Quaint hotel, bar & restaurant. Rooms were clean & cozy. Staff were welcoming & fantastic throughout. Great beer garden & restaurant. Everything you need on the doorstep to Cardrona
Quaint hotel, bar & restaurant. Rooms were clean & cozy. Staff were welcoming & fantastic throughout. Great beer garden & restaurant. Everything you need on the doorstep to Cardrona
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Graham
Jul 12, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Yes freshly cooked
Yes freshly cooked
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Magdalena
Jul 9, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The most cosy and unique place we have stayed at in NZ. Really worth a visit.
The most cosy and unique place we have stayed at in NZ. Really worth a visit.
FAQs about Cardrona Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self parking is available onsite. The parking is limited and is on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee, approximately NZD 5 to 32 for adults and NZD 5 to 15 for children.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is at 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests should contact the property in advance for arrangements.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Cardrona, a 4-minute drive from Cardrona Distillery and 15 minutes from Crown Range Summit. It is 6.6 miles (10.7 km) from Cardrona Alpine Resort and 12.8 miles (20.5 km) from Snow Farm New Zealand.
Are children allowed at the property?
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
A rollaway bed is available for a fee of NZD 40 per night. Advance request or confirmation is required for rollaway beds.
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There is no front desk at this property. If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email within 10 days before arrival with check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately NZD 5 to 32 for adults, and NZD 5 to 15 for children
- Rollaway bed fee: NZD 40 per night
- Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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