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The Moorings

17 Lakeside Road PO Box 368, Wanaka 9343 New Zealand
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#5 of 18 hotels in Wanaka
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The Moorings, Lake Wanaka offers stylish quality self-catering motel and apartment accommodation for the discerning traveller. Whether travelling on your own, as a couple, or with friends and family, The Moorings offers space and comfort for all. Your hosts, Peter & Jenny Sutherland will be working hard to ensure your stay is as pleasant, relaxing and rewarding as possible. They can assist you in planning your trip, and have strong local knowledge of many varied activities available throughout the Lake Wanaka region.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Breakfast available
Hiking
Skiing
Highchairs available
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Canoeing offsite
Newspaper
Outdoor furniture
Sun terrace
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
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Room features
Soundproof rooms
Fireplace
Housekeeping
Interconnected rooms available
Coffee / tea maker
Flatscreen TV
Electric blanket
Walk-in shower
Private balcony
Safe
Seating area
Separate dining area
Separate living room
Sofa
Telephone
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Iron
Private bathrooms
Kitchenette
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Electric kettle
Kitchenware
Radio
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Mountain view
Non-smoking rooms
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4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Mid-range
Quiet
Languages Spoken
English
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Xante wrote a review Feb 2024
Sheffield, United Kingdom1121 contributions308 helpful votes
Easy check in. Fabulous location with a lakefront west facing balcony😲🙏☀️. Friendly staff, large room, extra large double bed, wished we could have stayed longer. Good toiletries and tea/coffee/milk. Walk to cafes, bars and restaurants. Strongly recommend Amigos. We went on Taco Tuesday and food and service was spot on. Also try the Churros!
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Free parking. Book Lakeview.
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John Alistair W wrote a review Dec 2023
22 contributions3 helpful votes
A good motel: good sized room with good view from balcony over lake: easy parking behind block. Good facilities / comfortable : just a 5 min wander to lake side town centre and eating/ drinking places
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Try Sagun Nepalese restaurant ; just off lake frontage in town.V good food
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janine m wrote a review Dec 2023
7 contributions5 helpful votes
The Lakefront Twin studio was perfect--very comfortable and spacious and so enjoyable to sit looking over the lawn and down to the lakefront-so close! Also close to the cafes and shops in town and in the middle of stunning country. The heated floor in the bathroom was much appreciated too. Definitely staying here again!
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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Feebee0801 wrote a review Dec 2023
Lysterfield, Australia86 contributions81 helpful votes
Overnight stay in Wanaka on business. Great location, beautiful views of the lake from the balcony. Service was great, very friendly and professional. Easy check in & out. Rooms had lots of amenities. Bathrooms slightly dated, but shower was hot and that’s all that counts.
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
Room Tip: Parking onsite available at no charge.
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Journey62643446620 wrote a review Sept 2023
1 contribution1 helpful vote
Our family were set to stay here at the end of September for a night. We had a family holiday planned and really wanted to take our kids to Wanaka because both my partner and I have always enjoyed it. We decided to go “the long way” so we could spend a night in Wanaka. Unfortunately we had to change plans and travel routes due to state highway road closures from recent flooding and slips. We informed the motel immediately once we realised and they sounded very accommodating and understanding when I spoke to them over the phone. I was lead to believe that we would in fact not be charged. We had booked through booking.com and were told that to cancel our reservation we had to go through them but he would keep an eye out and ensure everything would be sorted. We were very disappointed to see that our request to waive the fee was declined by The Moorings. I understand that at times, charges deserve to be charged however having to cancel our stay was partially due to reasons outside of our control - we really could not justify adding on an extra 8.5hours travel time just for a nights stay instead of what would usually be 2.5hour drive, especially with two young children. With plans to return home via Wanaka, it is unlikely that we will consider The Moorings.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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feebee10 wrote a review Apr 2023
otago76 contributions19 helpful votes
The motel is in a very handy location, you can walk into the main shopping and restaurants and bars. It was a fairly standard motel inside, but does have amazing views of the lake. I think that’s what you pay for the view. The toilet in our bathroom had been broken and was glued and blue tacked up and looked like it had been that for sometime. Room had everything we needed and bed was comfortable. It was full but didn’t hear any noise at night. Nothing amazing apart from the views but still clean and tidy.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Noms wrote a review Apr 2023
Mount Helena, Australia4 contributions
Great location, very short walk to cafes, restaurants and grocery stores. We got a lakeside apartment which had great views of the lake and mountains. Room was clean and bed was comfortable. Would recommend!
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Regomatic wrote a review Mar 2023
Orlando, Florida283 contributions110 helpful votes
Spotlessly clean lodgings with accomodating staff within a short walking distance of dining and shopping areas. We adjusted our arrival date at the last minute coming in a day earlier and The Moorings just happened to have one room left to accomodate our change of plans. So we got a half dayoff to catch up on doing some laundry and chilling out before resuming our NZ adventures. We definitely loved this place and appreciate that Darren and his staff did a great job accomodating us durung our stay.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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thegarvans wrote a review Feb 2023
Cronulla, Australia198 contributions49 helpful votes
Really nice apartment, however, it was on the small side. We stayed in a 3 bedroom apartment, but dining table only had 4 chairs, as did the outdoor setting, and kitchen was also quiet small. However, apartment was clean and tidy, and was well positioned.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Curious08228033532 wrote a review Jan 2023
9 contributions2 helpful votes
We reserved one of their 3-bedroom lakeview units because (supposedly) it was the only room they had left while we were in Wanaka The owner/manager had us sign a contract for a 3-bedroom - and prepay our entire stay - before he put us in a 2-bedroom until with a mostly obstructed lakeview. When we asked him to refund us the difference for taking a smaller unit, he refused. Don’t sign or prepay for a room here until you see it. The management has no integrity.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: This would be the last place I’d stay in Wānaka - management has no integrity
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PRICE RANGE
S$228 - S$284 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
the moorings hotel wanaka, moorings hotel wanaka
LOCATION
New ZealandSouth IslandOtago RegionWanaka
NUMBER OF ROOMS
24
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Moorings
Which popular attractions are close to The Moorings?
Nearby attractions include Realm VR Wanaka (0.4 km), Massage in Wanaka Day Spa. (0.5 km), and Lalaland Wanaka (0.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at The Moorings?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and laundry service.
Which room amenities are available at The Moorings?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at The Moorings?
Guests can enjoy breakfast, barbeque facilities, and complimentary tea during their stay.
Is parking available at The Moorings?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Moorings?
Conveniently located restaurants include Burrito Craft, Kika, and Big Fig.
Is The Moorings located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.5 km away from the centre of Wanaka.
Are any cleaning services offered at The Moorings?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Does The Moorings have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the harbour view available here.
Is The Moorings accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access, reduced mobility rooms, and facilities for disabled guests. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.