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Hawea Hotel

★★★★ 1 Capell Avenue, Lake Hawea, Wanaka, NZ

8.4 guest rating· 2712 reviews

About this hotel

Stunning Lakefront Views

Experience the beauty of Lake Hawea and the surrounding mountains from every room at Hawea Hotel. Whether you're relaxing in your private balcony or dining at the on-site restaurant, the picturesque views will take your breath away.

Convenient Location for Outdoor Activities

Situated between the West Coast and Central Otago, Hawea Hotel is the perfect base for skiing, fishing, hiking, and more. With easy access to ski fields like Cardrona and Treble Cone, as well as the Te Araroa Trail, adventure awaits just outside the door.

Comfortable Accommodation Options

Choose between the Hotel rooms with private balconies and modern amenities or the Hostel Lodge rooms with shared facilities. Whichever you prefer, a cozy stay overlooking Lake Hawea is guaranteed.

Book now to experience the tranquility and adventure Hawea Hotel has to offer!

Rooms & rates

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Lake View Family Hotel Room with Mezzanine and Ensuite Bathroom

Sleeps 5 · 52 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Featuring uninterrupted views of Lake Hawea and the surrounding mountains, this room includes a private balcony, free WiFi, a smart TV with free-to-air channels, electric blankets, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. It has an private bathroom located downstairs, with a shower over bath. The room can be made up with a super-king downstairs and a double and single bed on the upstairs mezzanine.

Standard Lake View Studio Hotel Room with Ensuite Bathroom

Sleeps 4 · 32 m² · 2× Twin bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Featuring uninterrupted views of Lake Hawea and the surrounding mountains, this room includes a private balcony, free WiFi, a flat-screen TV with free-to-air channels, electric blankets, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The standard studio room has two double beds and a single bed in one room. The private bathroom has a shower only and no bath. This room is yet to be refurbished.

Standard Lake View Family Hotel Room with Mezzanine and Ensuite Bathroom

Sleeps 5 · 52 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Featuring a private balcony, the Standard Lake View Family Rooms have uninterrupted views of Lake Hawea and the surrounding mountains. Free WiFi, a flat-screen TV with free-to-air channels, electric blankets, hairdryers and tea/coffee making facilities are included. The bathroom features a bath and shower and bathroom amenities are provided.This room is yet to be refurbished. The room can be made up as a super-king or twin configuration downstairs, with a single bed and 2 double bed configuration upstairs. There is also a sofa bed that can be made up to accommodate a total of 6 guests.

Lake View Studio Hotel Room with Ensuite Bathroom

Sleeps 2 · 32 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Featuring uninterrupted views of Lake Hawea and the surrounding mountains, this room includes a private balcony, free WiFi, a flat-screen TV with free-to-air channels, electric blankets, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. This studio can be made up as a super-king or twin bed configuration. A roll away bed can also be added if required, for an additional charge. Please note that 2 of these room types are accessible rooms with a walk-in shower and no bath. Please request an accessible room at the time of booking if required.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Golf course
  • Skiing
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Billiards
  • Broadcast Live sport events
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  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Concierge service
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Designated smoking area
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Invoice provided
  • Key access
  • Kid meals
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Live music/performance
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Smoke alarms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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1 Capell Avenue, Lake Hawea, Wanaka, NZ

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say8.42712 reviews

+ Beautiful lake view+ Helpful staff− Cleanliness issues− Rooms need updates
Cleanliness7.1
Service9.5
Location9.6
Room Quality8.0
Amenities8.1
Value for Money7.5

Great views, warm cozy stay

7.0

Location, views

− Restaurant food average

Shelley · NZ · 2026-07-23

Lovely location and restaurant however room was disappointing with heater not working properly.

7.0

Good location but disappointed with room. Room was older than photos looked. Heating in room barely worked, it was freezing. Restaurant meals were lovely views were not like the photo though.

− Room was a little dated, not as expected and heater did not work properly.

Rebecca · AU · 2026-07-22

Guest review

7.0

Comfy bed, good meal at restaurant

− Dated room

Narelle · AU · 2026-07-21

view orsum, but very dated rooms and failicity needed up graded

5.0

room view premo,

− rooms very dated and cost to much for a old dated room

Peter · NZ · 2026-07-21

Good to know

A deposit may be required at the property.

›Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

›Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

›Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

›Pets

Pets are not allowed.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

Children from 3 years old to 17 years old stay for NZD 20 per person per night when using an existing bed.

People 3 years old and over stay for NZD 25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.