LAKEVIEW MOTEL

Greeting was polite but certainly not friendly or welcoming. In fact we could barely understand a word due to a strong accent. We read the reviews & although expected “dated” we were gutted. Once inside the room it was like going back 60 + years. The “covering” on the wall behind the bed cracking & lifting away. No headboard & one pillow each. Only a couple of light bulbs worked. Commercial soap pump by ancient yellow marble sink in bathroom & same in the shower, no other toiletries. No pictures anywhere, drab, dark paint, it felt more like doc cabin room than a nice motel room. The view from the concrete path outside the room was lovely. It was a massive disappointment. Would never recommend!!!

Date of stay: January 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple

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Shelley M wrote a review Dec 2020

Albany, New Zealand356 contributions79 helpful votes

Incredible view

The view from our room was incredible. You could not get tired to looking at that. Just amazing. Short 10 minute walk to town. Parking is available and a bit tight but just go slow down the drive and you are all good. Flo was amazing, my husband left his hoodie in the cupboard when we left and she posted this to our home address for us. Service with a smile. The units have everything you need and were very comfortable. What a great location, fell in love with Wanaka and the lovely people. Thank you Flo for going the extra mile for us, we really appreciate it. Would definitely stay again.

Date of stay: November 2020

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Irish_Kiwi77 wrote a review Nov 2020

Wellington, New Zealand1,183 contributions164 helpful votes

Great views

One of the reasons I booked here was for the views and it did not disappoint. It definitely lives up to its name and has a fantastic view of the lake. I had a ground level room, which was spacious, the bed was comfortable and the kitchen was well furnished. I would note it is a little dated, but that didn’t bother me. The staff were friendly and helpful. The motel is a short walk (about 10/15 mins) from restaurants and shops but note it is an uphill walk on the way back.

Date of stay: November 2020Trip type: Travelled solo

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nomadicnevs wrote a review Jul 2020

Nelson, New Zealand329 contributions136 helpful votes

Great location & view although dated

Lakeview Motel is an older style motel with lovely views over Lake Wanaka. It was approx 10min walk into town. The rooms are old and tired and quite small but adequate for a one night stay, but wouldn't have wanted to stay longer. The bed was I think only a double and the linen was fine.

Date of stay: July 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple

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DWharekura wrote a review Jul 2020

Hamilton, New Zealand26 contributions6 helpful votes

Good price, view, location and parking

Room 6. Great views, warm, quiet, good layout for teenager that had mezzanine. Had all the basic amenities and kitchenette. Parking outside room, easy to get out street. Lu called us to say we headphones left in room. Check in and out easy. Would recommend and we will be booking again next time we are in Wanaka. Thank you Lu.

Date of stay: July 2020

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Room Tip: Room 6 2nd level with a great view

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