Name: Edgewater Hotel
Address: Sargood Drive, Wānaka, New Zealand, Wānaka, Otago, New Zealand
Rating: 8.75

Guest reviews

8.8

Fabulous

Based on 2,155 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Business

2%

Couple

54%

Family

30%

Group

8%

Solo

3%

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

At Edgewater Hotel, guests repeatedly highlight the stunning lakeside location with peaceful views and a pleasant walk to town, plus generally friendly service and comfortable, often spacious rooms, especially in the refurbished suites and apartments.

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10

Edward

29 Jan 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

room was clean view incredible meals great location amazing

8

Emma

10 Jan 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was extremely accommodating. Our room was a bit dated and hot, but they did everything they could to help make our stay more comfortable.

2

Alexandra

6 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The Edgewater Hotel trades entirely on its location. For the premium rate charged, the experience is shockingly poor. The rooms are desperately dated, feeling like a 1990s time capsule. However, the critical failure is the complete lack of climate control. There is no air conditioning, and not even a basic fan was provided, making the room unbearably stuffy. While AC might not be listed, its absence at this price point is unacceptable and should be glaringly disclosed. Furthermore, the staff were indifferent and unhelpful, adding to the frustration. You pay for a luxury lakeside stay but receive a sub-par, uncomfortable motel experience. Avoid until major renovations and policy changes are made.

8

Heather

3 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Location

8

Janet

31 Dec 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Location was lovely, room overlooking the lake. Staff so friendly and helpful, great team. Good food in the restaurant. Short walk into the town centre.

Sargood Drive, Wānaka, New Zealand

Location

Located in Wānaka, Edgewater is on the boardwalk/promenade, within a 5-minute drive of That Wānaka Tree and Rippon Vineyard. This beach hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Pembroke Park and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Rippon.

Rippon(1 Miles)

Rippon Vineyard(1 Miles)

Pembroke Park(1.5 Miles)

Picture Lounge(1.5 Miles)

Gallery Thirty Three(1.6 Miles)

Lake Wānaka(1.7 Miles)

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Check-in

Check-out

From 15:00 to 00:00

Before 10:30

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FAQs

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.

Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee. The cost is approximately NZD 34 for adults and NZD 16 for children aged 12 and younger, who eat free breakfast.

Check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and may incur additional charges.

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Additional accessibility features may include elevators and accessible bathrooms.

The hotel is located on the boardwalk in Wānaka, within a 5-minute drive of That Wānaka Tree and Rippon Vineyard. It is 1.5 miles from Pembroke Park and Rippon, and approximately 2.8 km from Lake Wānaka.

Children are welcome at the hotel. Children aged 12 and younger can stay for free when accompanied by an adult.

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