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2 Oct - 3 Oct
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3 Oct - 4 Oct
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2 Oct - 4 Oct
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9 Oct - 11 Oct

Our top choices for Wānaka family-friendly hotels

A multi-story hotel with outdoor seating areas and a well-maintained lawn.
A modern hotel with a spacious outdoor area, multiple balconies, and a well-maintained lawn.
A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a large window offering a mountain view.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a view of mountains through the window.

1. Clearbrook Motels Wanaka

Clearbrook Motels Wanaka
Wanaka
  • Create lasting memories with the whole family in comfortable apartments, just steps away from Pembroke Park and Wānaka's top attractions.
RM666
RM766 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Clearbrook Motels Wanaka
A picnic area with tables and chairs, a barbecue grill, and a small building with a sloped roof.
A sign for Alpine Motel with a mountain backdrop.
A boat docked at a rocky shore with mountains in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a painting, and a view of the outdoors.

2. Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
Wanaka
RM441
RM507 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Alpine Motel
An outdoor patio area with wooden benches, a stone wall, and a covered seating area.
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 pool area with a wicker sofa and a speaker.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view through a sliding door.

3. Fairway Motel and Apartments

Fairway Motel and Apartments
Wanaka
  • Family escape with playground, pool, and horseback riding at this Wānaka golf resort.
RM435
RM500 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Fairway Motel and Apartments
A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a mountain view.
A balcony with a view of a lake and mountains.
A building with a blue exterior, a deck with outdoor furniture, and a view of a lake with boats.
A modern hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a mountain and lake view.

4. The Moorings

The Moorings
Wanaka
  • Waterfront retreat by Lake Wānaka offers complimentary family amenities and spacious accommodation steps from Pembroke Park.
RM551
RM634 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Moorings
A two-story log cabin with stone accents, a covered patio, and a well-maintained lawn.
An open wooden door leading to a garden with a lawn, trees, and a gravel path.
A log cabin with a stone exterior, a large lawn, and a weeping willow tree.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a wooden dining table, and a comfortable sofa set.

5. Wanaka Homestead Lodge & Cottages

Wanaka Homestead Lodge & Cottages
Wanaka
RM1,066
RM1,226 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Wanaka Homestead Lodge & Cottages
A gravel driveway leading to a row of modern, single-story houses with a mountain backdrop.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white vanity with drawers, and a large mirror.
A compact living space with a bed, a TV, a dining area, and a kitchenette.
A modern house with a covered driveway, a white car parked in the garage, and a mountain in the background.

6. Manuka Crescent Motel

Manuka Crescent Motel
Wanaka
RM476
RM547 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Manuka Crescent Motel
A playground with swings, a slide, and a small vehicle.
A forested campsite with three tents, each with a porch and seating area.
A rowboat on a rocky shore with a calm lake and mountains in the background.
A coastal landscape with a clear sky, a body of water, and a wooden structure.

7. The Camp - Lake Hawea

The Camp - Lake Hawea
Lake Hawea
RM232
RM267 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
The Camp - Lake Hawea
A rustic garden with a stone building, wooden benches, and a gravel path.
A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a small wooden stool, a hanging light fixture, and a window with blinds.
A rustic cabin with stone walls, a metal roof, and wooden deck seating.
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a large window with a view, and a mounted deer head on the wall.

8. Cardrona Hotel

Cardrona Hotel
Cardrona
RM332
RM382 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Cardrona Hotel
A playground with swings and a slide, surrounded by grass and trees, with mountains in the background.
Restaurant
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, a view of mountains, and a window with curtains.
A spacious balcony with a dining area, a sofa, and a grill, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

9. Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
Arrowtown
  • Unleash family adventures in the heart of Arrowtown at this luxury eco-hotel with indoor pool, playground, and vast outdoor activities.
RM1,239
RM1,425 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Millbrook Resort
A row of waterfront cottages with balconies, wooden decks, and a mountain backdrop.
A waterfront property with multiple overwater bungalows connected by walkways, a clear lake, and mountains in the background.
A row of waterfront cabins with balconies, connected by walkways, and a mountain backdrop.
A waterfront property with a row of houses, a dock, and a calm lake reflecting the buildings.

10. Lake Resort by Marsden

Lake Resort by Marsden
Mount Pisa
  • Explore the mountains and lakeside wonder at this kid-friendly resort, complete with playground, mini golf, and seasonal skiing adventures.
RM384
RM441 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Lake Resort by Marsden
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Wānaka

Breakfast included
Pool
All-inclusive
4 stars
5 stars

Top Wānaka Hotel Reviews

Edgewater

Edgewater

10/10 Excellent
"Nice view from the room"
Crystal 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Edgewater
Wanaka Luxury Apartments

Wanaka Luxury Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Great place, decent location and still walkable to the main Wanaka district. Daily room service though not every day was the floor vacuumed. One of the other guests staying there complained about being boxed in by the car parking on the first day, but they just seemed like they wanted to complain."
Ben 6-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Wanaka Luxury Apartments
Fairway Motel and Apartments

Fairway Motel and Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely stay very helpful staff"
Ryan 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Fairway Motel and Apartments
Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Comfortable rooms, good playground for the kids and just a short walk into town"
Sarah 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Alpine Motel
Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

10/10 Excellent
"Great room with views of the mountains. Only negative was I could hear the group up till very late in the night."
Joanne 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts
Archway Motel & Chalets

Archway Motel & Chalets

10/10 Excellent
"Room is very clean and spacious."
Jason 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Archway Motel & Chalets
Bella Vista Motel Wanaka

Bella Vista Motel Wanaka

10/10 Excellent
"Good Motel very close to town"
Braddan 1-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Bella Vista Motel Wanaka
Wanaka Hotel

Wanaka Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Very well equipped. Laundry options, kitchen options etc which was very useful. Staff were friendly. Hotel is in a great location, right by a supermarket and all the great things to do in Wānaka. Would recommend."
David 1-night trip
Posted 13 days ago
Wanaka Hotel
The Moorings

The Moorings

10/10 Excellent
"The Moorings is in a wonderful location directly opposite Lake Wānaka, with spectacular views, and an easy walk to the town’s restaurants, cafés and shops. Our accommodation was comfortable and provided a perfect base for enjoying everything Wānaka has to offer."
Sharon 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
The Moorings

Frequently asked questions

What's Wānaka like for family-friendly holidays?
The walkable destination of Wānaka is a great choice if you've been considering a holiday with the children. The lake views, sporting events and restaurants are just some of the things that make this an attractive spot for a family holiday. Fly into Wānaka Airport (WKA), which is the closest airport, or Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.), which is located 30 mi (48.2 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in Wānaka?
Wanaka Hotel is a hotel with 3 restaurants and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other options for your child-friendly holiday include Fairway Motel and Apartments and The Moorings.
How many family hotels can I expect to find in Wānaka?
Expedia has 6 family-friendly hotels and other accommodation options in Wānaka.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Wānaka?
The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 12°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 3°C. Average annual precipitation for Wānaka is 1126 mm.
What's there to see and do with your family in Wānaka?
While you are visiting Wānaka, you may want to round up the youngsters and make time to see interesting attractions such as Puzzling World, Snowfarm NZ and Crown Range. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Gallery Thirty Three and Picture Lounge.

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