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Kawarau Hotel, managed by Hilton

4.5 of 5
Kawarau Village | Peninsula Road, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
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Twizel, New Zealand
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

We arranged to check in at 4.00pm but arrived at 4.30pm to find the housekeeping staff leaving as they had just "made up" our room. This did not seem a good start! We had booked for two nights and based on the web site and photos thought we were going to have a lakeview. We were extremely disappointed to find... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

We stayed there for 5 nights. We needed to change room because we have booked an extra night before our scheduled stay and they upgraded us to a better view room. Although it is a little bit away from downtown it is an excellent hotel, with excellent location on the lake and terrific lake view. Isolated and quiet, excellent service,... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

The room was very modern and had nice decor but did not have any writing/dining table. Food had to be consumed and emails done at the sofa low table, which is very uncomfortable. Finding the reception to check in is difficult as road signs were non existent. Also, as I was at the "best" room type facing the lake, I... More

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Vancouver, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

This was our second stay in the Queenstown area. Last time we stayed in central Queenstown but this time we stayed further afield at the Kawarau Hotel in Frankton. We enjoyed the location, Queenstown was only a few minutes away by bus or boat, and our suite was outstanding with superb views of the lake. It was better than a... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

We were thrilled when we walked into our room, the "King Kawarau Deluxe" room which looks onto the lake. Very cosy living space and the bedroom is partitioned from it by a sliding door. Modern decor of the room was a nice change from B&B stays. Overall, well furnished, spacious with a lovely view of the lake and view of... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

We stayed in a deluxe Kawarau suite. it's definitely smaller than I'd expected – quite compact. But it does include a reasonably equipped kitchenette which was an attraction for us. And the rooms were nicely decorated, clean and tidy. It's on the other side of the lake to Queenstown town centre, but that's only a 10 minute drive away. I wouldn't... More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2013

We were quite impressed with our two nights in a "King Kawarau Deluxe" room, looking onto the lake. The room was in three parts: the entryway has a pretty comprehensive kitchen area, which leads into a lounge space with TV, seating, table etc, and finally there's a bedroom area. The bathroom is also quite large and comes off the lounge.... More

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Perth
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013

I felt cosy in my deluxe junior suite with great lake view over a lawn. Shower, not bath; bedroom corner with sliding door, plus kitchenette. Restaurant and bar at Hilton. The grey layered stone walls fascinated me and seemed to come from near the hotel. Both the Kawarau and the Hilton are thoroughly enjoyable. Due to lower price I've been... More

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Andrew N, General Manager at Kawarau Hotel, managed by Hilton, responded to this review
22 May 2013

Dear Expectans_expectavi I appreciate you taking the time to share your comments following your recent stay at the Kawarau Hotel. I was pleased to see you enjoyed yourselves. The schist finishing on the hotel is very appealing and quite unique to Queenstown. Thank you again and I look forward to welcoming you back to stay next time you are visiting... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 via mobile

Good luck finding reception if you book in during daylight hours. The signage lights up at night but is invisible during the day. Also reception is not at the front where it is logical and expected but deep down the bottom of the complex opposite the Hilton spa (make a note so you can find it). We were in a... More

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Andrew N, General Manager at Kawarau Hotel, managed by Hilton, responded to this review
20 May 2013

Dear Fionasreview Thank you for taking the time to share your comments following your stay at the Kawarau Hotel. Yes you are correct we do have consent to erect further signage within the village. The Kawarau Hotel entrance is situated at the front of the building opposite D'or hairdressers. I do apologise for the bathroom step. This was a compliance... More

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

Very good value for money if you can get a deal with the breakfast included. We paid $145 for a deluxe lakeview room with buffet breakfasts (and what a spead!). The rooms are beautifully furnished but quite small. The beds are good and the room is quiet - but the in-room refreshments suck ;) Stunning location and perfect for a... More

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Andrew N, General Manager at Kawarau Hotel, managed by Hilton, responded to this review
20 May 2013

Dear Loree I appreciate you taking the time to share your comments following your recent stay. I was pleased to see you enjoyed yourselves. I understand that it is important for guests to receive a memorable experience at the hotel and . your feedback is most appreciated. I look forward to welcoming you back to stay next time you are... More

 
 
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Kawarau Hotel, Managed By Hilton Hotel
Address: Kawarau Village | Peninsula Road, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
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Region: New Zealand > South Island > Queenstown
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Bar/Lounge Business Centre Free Parking Kitchenette Restaurant Room Service Wheelchair access
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#6 Business Hotels in Queenstown
#19 Luxury Hotels in Queenstown
#22 Family Hotels in Queenstown
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Hotel Class:4.5 star (4.5*)
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Discover a hotel where exuberant design meets breathtaking natural beauty; a hotel that celebrates all the excitement and adventure of one of the world’s best-loved playgrounds. Discover Queenstown’s new Kawarau Hotel, managed by Hilton. With views over a landscape renowned for its intense beauty, the hotel is just 15 minutes from Queenstown by land or 8 minutes by water taxi. Kawarau Hotel, managed by Hilton. Make it your own. ... more   less 
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