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## Our top choices for Makarora vacation rentals

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48840000/48835200/48835150/9a5e0286.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48840000/48835200/48835150/ee9537b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fireplace, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48840000/48835200/48835150/369ffc45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48840000/48835200/48835150/6236085e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park 

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Makarora-Hotels-Birdsong-Cottage-Nestled-Up-Against-Mt-Aspiring-National-Park-With-Spa.h48835150.Hotel-Information)

Makarora

9.0/10

Wonderful

(56 reviews)

"Beautiful garden and cozy cottage! Lovely to have games and dvds for both adults and kids. And interesting books about the local environment and alpine region. Wish we could have stayed another night. "

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Sarah

CA $102

CA $144 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 10 - Mar 11

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Makarora-Hotels-Birdsong-Cottage-Nestled-Up-Against-Mt-Aspiring-National-Park-With-Spa.h48835150.Hotel-Information)

![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53720000/53716200/53716140/a4510123.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53720000/53716200/53716140/12259367.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53720000/53716200/53716140/4298f3ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53720000/53716200/53716140/edbbbe03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Lake Hawea Lakefront Cabin

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Hawea-Hotels-Lake-Hawea-Lakefront-Cabin.h53716140.Hotel-Information)

Lake Hawea

8.8/10

Excellent

(38 reviews)

"Very cosy little cabin and walkable to the lake. Lovely scenic views!"

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Christopher

CA $179

CA $232 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 2 - Mar 3

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Hawea-Hotels-Lake-Hawea-Lakefront-Cabin.h53716140.Hotel-Information)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76520000/76514700/76514669/b917eec0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76520000/76514700/76514669/8a9d249e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76520000/76514700/76514669/1952b4ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76520000/76514700/76514669/c7f86782.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Lakefront Fantail House

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Hawea-Hotels-Lakefront-Fantail-House.h76514669.Hotel-Information)

Lake Hawea

8.4/10

Very good

(33 reviews)

"We loved the location and all the great facilities the cottage had."

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Doris D.

CA $123

CA $318 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 2 - Mar 3

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Hawea-Hotels-Lakefront-Fantail-House.h76514669.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84550000/84543900/84543899/8d9652fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84550000/84543900/84543899/7232583d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84550000/84543900/84543899/2581e593.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84550000/84543900/84543899/5083629a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Lake Hawea Spacious Family Home

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Hawea-Hotels-Lake-Hawea-Spacious-Family-Home.h84543899.Hotel-Information)

Lake Hawea

9.6/10

Exceptional

(5 reviews)

"This home worked perfectly for our weekend stay, nice quiet location & plenty of space."

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Bev J.

CA $368

CA $608 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 2 - Mar 3

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Hawea-Hotels-Lake-Hawea-Spacious-Family-Home.h84543899.Hotel-Information)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112430000/112428000/112427974/f6dcf591.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112430000/112428000/112427974/76d51258.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Smart TV, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112430000/112428000/112427974/46cac23d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112430000/112428000/112427974/252a1789.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Longview Luxe Retreat

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Hawea-Hotels-Longview-Luxe-Retreat.h112427974.Hotel-Information)

Lake Hāwea

CA $211

CA $307 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 2 - Mar 3

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Hawea-Hotels-Longview-Luxe-Retreat.h112427974.Hotel-Information)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76330000/76323100/76323069/e94aec4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76330000/76323100/76323069/c56129f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76330000/76323100/76323069/200ba18c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76330000/76323100/76323069/6ecc80a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Lakefront House - overlooking Lake Hawea

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Hawea-Hotels-Lakefront-House-Overlooking-Lake-Hawea.h76323069.Hotel-Information)

Lake Hāwea

8.8/10

Excellent

(20 reviews)

"Great location and amazing views! Having the wood burner was great and kept the whole house toasty."

![New Zealand](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/nz.svg)

Genna P.

CA $281

CA $575 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 22 - Feb 23

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Hawea-Hotels-Lakefront-House-Overlooking-Lake-Hawea.h76323069.Hotel-Information)

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## Top Makarora Hotel Reviews

![The Camp - Lake Hawea](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624800/9624707/c70ba1ad_y.jpg)

### The Camp - Lake Hawea

10/10 Excellent

"Very fun experience - will look to explore the other glamping options the next time we are in the region."

[](https://expedia.ca/Albert-Town-Hotels-The-Camp-Lake-Hawea.h9624707.Hotel-Information)

![Lake Hawea Little Maude Snug](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119950000/119949800/119949797/86b89578_y.jpg)

### Lake Hawea Little Maude Snug

10/10 Excellent

"A beautifully-appointed flat with an extremely comfortable living room, bedroom and kitchen. The doors open to a deck and a lovely garden, with mountains in the background. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Hawea-Hotels-Lake-Hawea-Little-Maude-Snug.h119949797.Hotel-Information)

![Cross Hill Glamping](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98510000/98503000/98502989/cdcca27b_y.jpg)

### Cross Hill Glamping

10/10 Excellent

"Fabulous dome & bed, great tiled shower & perfect star gazing from bed"

[](https://expedia.ca/Albert-Town-Hotels-Cross-Hill-Lodge-Domes.h98502989.Hotel-Information)

![Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park with Spa  ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48840000/48835200/48835150/9a5e0286_y.jpg)

### Birdsong Cottage - nestled up against Mt Aspiring National Park with Spa 

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful garden and cozy cottage! Lovely to have games and dvds for both adults and kids. And interesting books about the local environment and alpine region. Wish we could have stayed another night. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Makarora-Hotels-Birdsong-Cottage-Nestled-Up-Against-Mt-Aspiring-National-Park-With-Spa.h48835150.Hotel-Information)

![Fantail Inn Johns Creek Lake Hawea](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37993400/37993359/e0fac5ab_y.jpg)

### Fantail Inn Johns Creek Lake Hawea

10/10 Excellent

"Wr had amazing time there. The house has best view of the lake. The picture don't do justice. It is magical view. The communication was good too.the only flaw was low internet which we connectivity which is good for social detox but we needed it. "

[](https://expedia.ca/John-Creek-Hotels-Fantail-Inn-Johns-Creek-Lake-Hawea.h37993359.Hotel-Information)

![Wonderland Makarora Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41520000/41511900/41511819/e2426a25_y.jpg)

### Wonderland Makarora Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Clean chalet in a lovely location"

[](https://expedia.ca/Makarora-Hotels-Wonderland-Makarora-Lodge.h41511819.Hotel-Information)

![Lake Hawea Lakefront Cabin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53720000/53716200/53716140/a4510123_y.jpg)

### Lake Hawea Lakefront Cabin

10/10 Excellent

"Very cosy little cabin and walkable to the lake. Lovely scenic views!"

[](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Hawea-Hotels-Lake-Hawea-Lakefront-Cabin.h53716140.Hotel-Information)

![Anglers paradise and great family holiday place](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37280000/37278900/37278832/8a4bfbbf_y.jpg)

### Anglers paradise and great family holiday place

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful home with everything you meed. Great for a family "

[](https://expedia.ca/Makarora-Hotels-Anglers-Paradise-And-Great-Family-Holiday-Place.h37278832.Hotel-Information)

![Lakefront Fantail House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76520000/76514700/76514669/4d57200d_y.jpg)

### Lakefront Fantail House

8/10 Good

"We were here for 3 days It is very Quiet here. Great kitchen with everything to cook with if you want to. Great shower & bed is very comfortable. Nice and warm with the heatpump. Not that fair out of Wanaka. Pub just around the corner. It does meals. # Dislike very creaky floors, It has Sky TV but limited channels. Overall pretty good. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Hawea-Hotels-Lakefront-Fantail-House.h76514669.Hotel-Information)

## Find out more about Makarora

You always said you would go on a dream vacation someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannon ball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our vacation rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment or room. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your vacation just got upgraded.  
  
As much as you love your short-term rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up . Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in . Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Makarora. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your vacation rental stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true.   
  
It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your vacation rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.   

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