Cardrona Hotel

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Scored 9.1
Rated wonderful

Excellent location!

9.5

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About this property

Cardrona Hotel features an iconic on-site restaurant and bar. You can enjoy the picturesque gardens while sipping a drink on the patio. This hotel features a hot tub, a ski drying room and shared lounge and laundry facilities. All rooms offer tea and coffee making facilities and a private bathroom with hair dryer and free toiletries. Free WiFi access is available and the property offers free parking. Cardrona Hotel is 25 minutes' drive from Cardrona Ski Field, and 20 minutes' drive from the shops, cafes and restaurants. Queenstown Airport is 40 minutes' drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

  • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Free private parking available at the hotel

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 full beds
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
1 queen bed
1 king bed
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
1 full bed
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
2 bunk beds
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Daniel
United States United States
“We really appreciated the history and staying in a place that has been an existence as long as it has.”
Hamish
New Zealand New Zealand
“Dinner was very good, loved the experience and the food was excellent.”
James
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Large, comfortable rooms in a beautiful, historic hotel. There is a spa in the garden that is open for hotel guest use. The attached restaurant is amazing, with lovely log fires to sit around and a delicious menu. This was our second time staying...”
Steve
New Zealand New Zealand
“Location, Heritage style property, outdoor fireplace”
Gregory
New Zealand New Zealand
“Good comfy bed and beautiful room. Nice and clean. Well appointed for a one night stay. Shower had amazing pressure and the bird song from outside was great.”
Kathy
United States United States
“The gardens are beautiful. A fire in the fireplace is also beautiful at breakfast. Hearing the birds around the place is wonderful- the 4 tui hanging by the feeder is so great for a close up look.”
Donna
United States United States
“This is a historic hotel away from the touristy hub-bub of Wanaka. It has some interesting history which is posted around the grounds. Bathrooms are clean and updated. The beer garden is really pleasant with a firepit in the center. The bar/beer...”
Linda
United States United States
“Our dinner from the bar was superb! Best grilled chicken sandwich I’ve ever eaten! Most beautiful gardens anywhere we’ve stayed in New Zealand! Roses right outside our room!”
Cameron
United States United States
“The grounds and property were extraordinarily well maintained and lovely. Dinner was good. The room was comfortable. We slept well and enjoyed the stay.”
Longmei
United States United States
“The nostalgic aura, simple but practical hotel room, and very nice staff both in reception and restaurant.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Cardrona Hotel Bar & Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Australian • International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Cardrona Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

< 1 year old
Crib upon request
Free
1 year old
Crib upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
NZD 35 per child, per night
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 35 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a Credit Card.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.