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The Moorings

4.5 of 5
17 Lakeside Road | PO Box 368, Wanaka 2003, New Zealand
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The Moorings
Ranked #5 of 21 hotels in Wanaka
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Australia
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43 reviews 43 reviews
19 hotel reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

Good lake views, close to food, helpful owners, good laundry. Parking seemed limited - not a problem for us in the off season but I could see it being a problem in the busy season. The TV is very heavily sport focused - they seem to have selected 3 sport channels as their sky channels which is great if you... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 via mobile

We, and approximately 40 of our wedding party, recently stayed with Nick and Karlene at The Moorings. We were spread across the units and also the apartments and had groups ranging from couples to threes and fours. Over the week we were there Nick and Karlene made us feel incredibly welcome and nothing was a problem. We were all welcomed... More

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TheMooringsWanaka, Owner at The Moorings, responded to this review
22 May 2013

Dear Martin, Thank you so much for taking time to post your review. It was an absolute pleasure hosting your family and friends for your wedding and we were so pleased that everything ran smoothly for your special day - even the weather played its part! So glad everyone had a fantastic time. Thank you again for your kind comments,... More

Ashburton, New Zealand
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22 reviews 22 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

We booked into a lake front studio unit on the ground floor. The view from this unit is amazing. The unit was clean and warm and well equipped. The location is very close to town and restaurants. There was no noise from the above or the side units, which were all occupied. The road noise was also blocked out, so... More

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TheMooringsWanaka, Owner at The Moorings, responded to this review
22 May 2013

Dear David, Thanks very much for your review, we are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and found everything to your satisfaction and its always a pleasure to return items to guests if we can! Thank you again for your feedback. Kind regards The Moorings Management More

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5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013 via mobile

We had a lake front unit on the ground floor with amazing views and a lovely clean and well equipped living room and bedroom. While this is a motel stay (i.e. not luxury hotel) that did cost a bit more than the average motel, it was worth it. The location was brilliant, the couples that run it could not be... More

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TheMooringsWanaka, Owner at The Moorings, responded to this review
21 May 2013

Dear Guest Thanks so much for your kind comments and we are very pleased you enjoyed your stay with us - its always a pleasure to hear that our guests had a memorable stay and perhaps you will return again to our beautiful town! Kind regards, The Moorings Management More

christchurch
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6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

Stayed here over the weekend thanks to mum and dad - Otherwise not a place we would stay at due to cost. Very well appointed room, the apartments are set up on the facility so you feel like you have your own wee house with private space. Very clean, Lovely shower and gas fire heated the place up beautifully. Had... More

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TheMooringsWanaka, Owner at The Moorings, responded to this review
5 April 2013

Dear Guest Thanks very much for your kind comments and letting us know you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to perhaps hosting you again at a later time! Kind regards The Moorings Management More

alexandria, Virginia
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125 reviews 125 reviews
83 hotel reviews
Reviews in 84 cities Reviews in 84 cities
79 helpful votes 79 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

Our travel agent arranged for us to have a "Studio Unit" which was on the second floor of this motel-like establishment. The unit had a compact kitchenette with 2 burner stove, sink, fridge and microwave. There was a small closet, table with two chairs for "dining", double bed, sofa, coffee table, and balcony with two chairs overlooking the main road... More

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TheMooringsWanaka, Owner at The Moorings, responded to this review
5 April 2013

Dear Guest, thank you for your review. We do appreciate you taking time to do this and while we appreciate every one has different expectations, we felt we needed to clarify a few points you made - our Motel isn't actually on the main road, it is situated above a residential street . We are pleased you had no issues... More

UK
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48 reviews 48 reviews
24 hotel reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2013

We absolutely loved Wanaka and we loved this hotel. Friendly welcome from people who cared, really large room, exceptionally well furnished and equipped. The location can't be beaten, and has to be the best in town. The hotel is just across the road from the lake and rooms have superb views, particularly in the early morning and evening. Everything you... More

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Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013

A very comfortable stay at a very beautiful location. Staff were very friendly and keen to assist if required. I would recommend this place to everybody visiting this part of the world.A good staging point for anglers. Andy. M

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Bracknell, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2013

Excellent location just 10 mins walk from the town and just across the road from the lake. The Moorings is situated on a main road, but it’s very quite with little traffic noise. We were welcomed by Karlene one of the owners, who could not have been any more helpful, even supplying me with everything necessary to clean a very... More

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Manly, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013

The location is Nice central with stunning views. We had a 2 bed apartment that was very comfortable and modern and equipt with everything you would need. The owners were very helpful and friendly and couldn't do enough to accommodate our needs and answer our questions. I would highly recommend this accomodation and this lovely town!

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TheMooringsWanaka, Owner at The Moorings, responded to this review
26 February 2013

Hi Amy, Thanks very much for your kind words, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. We enjoy hosting our guests, so its always reassuring to hear comments such as yours. Kind regards, The Moorings Management More

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Also Known As:
The Moorings Hotel
The Moorings Hotel Wanaka
Moorings Hotel Wanaka
Address: 17 Lakeside Road | PO Box 368, Wanaka 2003, New Zealand
Region: New Zealand > South Island > Wanaka
Amenities:
Free Parking
Hotel Style:
#4 Luxury Hotels in Wanaka
#8 Family Hotels in Wanaka
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:4.5 star (4.5*)
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