The Moorings
Motel, 2-star17 Lakeside Road, Wanaka, 9343, Wanaka, New ZealandShow on map
Top rated
Guests rate it highest for location, food and amenities.
9.2112Reviews- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.7 out of 10, at 17 Lakeside Road, Wanaka, 9343.
- Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.
Take in Breathtaking Views Enjoy the stunning vistas from the terrace and garden of The Moorings motel. Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet access and savor the outdoors at the picnic area and barbecue grills.
Delicious Continental Breakfasts Start your day right with daily continental breakfasts available for a fee from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM. Relax and indulge in the most important meal of the day during your stay.
Convenient Amenities and Nearby Attractions Benefit from luggage storage, laundry facilities, and free self-parking. Explore attractions such as Gallery Thirty Three, Picture Lounge, and Wanaka Golf Club just minutes away.
Immerse yourself in comfort and convenience at The Moorings. Book your serene lakeside retreat now! 🌟
What this place offers
- Golfing nearby
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Skydiving nearby
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Free self parking
- Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
- Eco-friendly toiletries
Rooms
9.2
Top rated
Rated 9.2 out of 10 by 112 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.2
- Service9.6
- Location9.7
- Rooms8.1
- Amenities9.7
- Value9.1
- Food & drink9.7
Guests mention
Great overall experienceWill definitely return
JonathanFriendly staff, great location, loads of space, cute cat
JohnGreat view and close to town.
KittipodNeed plushy pillows
Would be nice to have more plush pillows. Otherwise very good overall
KimThoroughly enjoyed the room we had.
LizThe bathroom had a weird smell. The reception was strange. We received a speech about the cost of payWave.
LorenWe will definitely return!
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
17 Lakeside Road, Wanaka, 9343, Wanaka, New Zealand
Guests rate the location 9.7 out of 10 — exceptional.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 08:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
No children
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No pets
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Quiet hours are enforced at the property from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
Pets. Pets not allowed
Pets. Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
General. Cashless transactions are available
Guest type. Essential workers only - NO
Accessibility. No elevators
Covid. Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
General. Professional property host/manager
Health & Safety. Property does not require health documentation at check-in
Pets. Service animals are allowed
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about The Moorings
What time is check-in and check-out at The Moorings?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does The Moorings allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at The Moorings?
Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.
Is breakfast included at The Moorings?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does The Moorings have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does The Moorings have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book The Moorings?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is The Moorings?
17 Lakeside Road, Wanaka, 9343, Wanaka.
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