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An outdoor patio area with wooden benches, a stone wall, and a covered seating area.
A neatly made bed with white and teal pillows, a dark throw blanket, and two towels. A gold-framed mirror hangs above the bed.
A modern living room with grey sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a small table and chairs. A kitchen is visible in the background with white cabinets and a window.
A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, sink, and refrigerator.

1. Fairway Motel and Apartments

Fairway Motel and Apartments
Wanaka
United Kingdom
Nicholas Peter
CA $144
CA $166 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Fairway Motel and Apartments
A modern building with a glass balcony, a parking lot, and outdoor seating.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a kitchenette.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a chair, a small table, a lamp, and a bed.

2. West Meadows Motel

West Meadows Motel
Wanaka
United States
Cara
CA $230
CA $268 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
West Meadows Motel
A hot tub on a wooden deck with a scenic mountain view in the background.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV. It features wooden walls and a large window with curtains.
A sign for Archway Motels & Chalets with a mountain backdrop.
A hotel room with two beds, a marble table, a wooden wall panel, a small sink, and a mirror.

3. Archway Motel & Chalets

Archway Motel & Chalets
Wanaka
United States
Gil
CA $167
CA $192 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Archway Motel & Chalets
A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a lake and mountains.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of a mountain and lake.
A modern living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a flat-screen TV. Large windows offer a view of mountains and a balcony.
A modern living room with a large window, a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.

4. Lakeside Apartments

Lakeside Apartments
Wanaka
Canada
Monique
CA $405
CA $466 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Lakeside Apartments
A multi-story hotel with outdoor seating areas and a well-maintained lawn.
A reception area with a reception desk, a phone, and a sign indicating after hours phone availability.
A sign for 'Clearbrook' with an arrow pointing left, indicating the direction to the property.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a window with a view, and a ceiling light.

5. Clearbrook Motels Wanaka

Clearbrook Motels Wanaka
Wanaka
Australia
David
CA $203
CA $237 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Clearbrook Motels Wanaka
A gravel driveway leading to a row of modern, single-story houses with a mountain backdrop.
A modern house with a covered driveway, a white car parked in the garage, and a mountain in the background.
A compact living space with a bed, a TV, a dining area, and a kitchenette.
A living room with a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

6. Manuka Crescent Motel

Manuka Crescent Motel
Wanaka
Canada
Megan
CA $174
CA $201 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Manuka Crescent Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a shower, and a view of the parking lot.
An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and potted plants.
A reception desk with a map of New Zealand, a framed certificate, and travel guides.
A view through a window of a building with a parking lot, a red-roofed building, and snow-capped mountains in the background.

7. Bella Vista Motel Wanaka

Bella Vista Motel Wanaka
Wanaka
Australia
Jeremy
CA $152
CA $176 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Bella Vista Motel Wanaka
A modern house with a large lawn, a patio with outdoor furniture, and a garage.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a television.
A modern house with a swimming pool, a covered patio, and a view of mountains.

8. Mishika Retreat and Lodge

Mishika Retreat and Lodge
Wānaka
Australia
Colin
CA $198
CA $229 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Mishika Retreat and Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a painting, and a view of the outdoors.
A boat docked at a rocky shore with mountains in the background.
A modern, well-lit living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen in the background.
A sign for Alpine Motel with a mountain backdrop.

9. Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
Wanaka
Australia
maureen
CA $151
CA $176 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Alpine Motel
A view through a window of a mountainous landscape with a lake, trees, and buildings in the foreground.
A modern building with large glass windows, a brick chimney, and a clear view of the surrounding landscape.
A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a pillow, and a bedside table with a lamp.
A restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, large windows with a view of the outdoors, and a mix of indoor and outdoor seating areas.

10. Wanaka Hotel

Wanaka Hotel
Wanaka
Australia
Jon
CA $153
CA $177 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Wanaka Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What should a history buff expect from a stay in Wānaka?
Significant historical sites in Wānaka are likely at the top of your sightseeing list. And while you're here, you can visit the array of shops and majestic mountain landscape. You can also take some time in this walkable area to enjoy the scenic lakeside.
How many historical hotels will I find in Wānaka?
In Wānaka, there are 612 lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.
What are the most important historical places and other sights in Wānaka?
Favorite places to visit include Wānaka Golf Club, Rippon Vineyard, and Lake Wānaka. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Pembroke Park and Puzzling World.
What is a historic hotel like in Wānaka?
Guests who choose a historic hotel can sleep in a place that has an officially recognized national historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be considered a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the communal spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Wānaka, giving a historical feel.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
You'll often hear the term "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel is generally the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value and how it shaped the community.
Do historic hotels in Wānaka have modern facilities?
Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the usual amenities found in a hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Wānaka, don't worry that you'll find yourself staying at a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.

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