Wanaka View Motel

Pip the manager of the hotel was very helpful and friendly. The room was clean and suitable for a small family. It was super easy to walk into the city centre and Wanaka lake. There is a grocery store located within walking distance.

Room was clean but no curtains in lounge area and just some kind of net roller blinds which was not ideal when it went dark at night

Clean rooms, very small bedrooms but worked. Handy to main area in Wanaka. Easy access to Lake

Convenient and walking distance to city centre with restaurant, supermarkets, etc. Able to do laundry was a blessing!!

We stayed as a family (2 adults, 2 kids) in the 3-bedroom chalet — ideal for a group of six. The layout was roomy enough for the four of us and likely perfect for accommodating six comfortably. The full kitchen was a huge bonus: we could prepare meals ourselves which made things far easier and more relaxed than relying on restaurants for every meal. For a family with kids, having that kitchen made everything so much more convenient. The location is absolutely amazing. The chalet has lovely lake and mountain views and is only a short walk from the lakefront, town centre shops, cafes and restaurants. We walked almost everywhere during our stay — and that easy access made for a very relaxed holiday rhythm. One highlight: on a family-bike day around the lake we appreciated how easy it was to return to the motel for quick breaks or “nature-call” stops, thanks to the proximity and convenience. Having a central base like this really made it easier to enjoy the lake and surrounding scenery without having to plan around a car. Overall — great for a family getaway: roomy chalet, useful kitchen, unbeatable location and lovely views. If you want to be close to the lake/town and enjoy self-catering and flexibility, this place works wonderfully.