Wanaka Hotel  

Right in the heart of Wanaka — steps from the lake and town center and a short walk to Gallery Thirty Three and Picture Lounge. Pembroke Park and Wanaka Golf Club are also within easy reach, with Snowfarm NZ and the Crown Range a short drive away.

This eco-certified hotel has 47 rooms with refrigerators, flat-screen TVs and DVD players, plus private balconies or patios with garden or town views. Rooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers, and a communal kitchen is available for guests.

Ski-ready features include ski storage and a ski shuttle (surcharge) to nearby slopes. On-site extras include a hair salon, tour/ticket assistance, a picnic area and a garden to relax in. Plenty of free self and off-street parking makes arrivals easy.

A business center, 24-hour front desk and complimentary Wi-Fi keep work simple. Complimentary newspapers in the lobby and free self-parking add extra convenience.

Dine at Amigos Mexican Grill — one of three on-site restaurants offering Mexican cuisine — or grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe. There's a bar/lounge for after-hours drinks and limited room service. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available on weekdays from 7:00 AM–1:00 PM and on weekends from 8:00 AM–1:00 PM for a fee.