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Waitaki Lakes Apartments

3.0 star property
Hotel in Otematata with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a large plant and plenty of potted greenery.
Enjoy a peaceful view of the surrounding landscape from the large window in this serene room.
Cozy retreat with a neatly made bed, bedside table, and large mirror.
Experience the charm of Otemamata Eatery, Bar & Lodging, where you can enjoy a meal, a drink, or a stay amidst a serene mountain backdrop.
Relax in a stylish living room with a black leather sofa, patterned cushions, and a framed landscape painting.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Laundry

Room options

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, soundproofing, bed sheets

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
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Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, soundproofing, bed sheets

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Map
2736 Otematata-Kurow Rd, Otematata, Canterbury, 9412

What's nearby

  • Benmore Dam - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Lake Benmore - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Hot Tubs Omarama - 20 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Clay Cliffs - 20 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Twizel Town Centre - 43 min drive - 62.9 km

Getting around

  • Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Otematata Eatery, Bar & Lodging - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Otematata Country Inn - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cj's Bar & Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Waitaki Lakes Apartments

Property highlights
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities at Waitaki Lakes Apartments. The on-site restaurant, NZ Low & Slow Meat Co, offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a vending machine and wedding services
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and include amenities such as sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Kitchenettes, fridges and microwaves

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM for a fee: NZD 23 for adults and NZD 23 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • NZ Low & Slow Meat Co

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: NZD 30 for check-in between 10 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Otematata Eatery, Bar & Lodging - 2736 Otematata Kurow Road]
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50.0 per stay.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 23 for adults and from NZD 23 for children
  • Late check-in fee: NZD 30 for check-in between 10 PM and midnight
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Long-term renters welcome

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Otematata Lakeside
Otematata Lakeside Apartments
Waitaki Lakes Apartments Hotel
Waitaki Lakes Apartments Otematata
Waitaki Lakes Apartments Hotel Otematata

Frequently asked questions

Is Waitaki Lakes Apartments pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Waitaki Lakes Apartments?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Waitaki Lakes Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available from 10 PM to midnight for a fee of NZD 30.

What time is check-out at Waitaki Lakes Apartments?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Waitaki Lakes Apartments located?

Situated in Otematata, this hotel is 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from Benmore Dam and 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Lake Benmore. Totara Peak Gallery and Clay Cliffs are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Waitaki Lakes Apartments Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 28 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is stunning
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money in a very quiet town
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Laura

Friendly place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facilities having laundry access and the pub great food and drinks
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pub.,great meals with comfortable accommodation so close to shop, bakery,spectacular walks and ice cream ..what more could you want
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlo Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We were lucky to arrive as the hotel was nearly shutting for the night, the duty manager was very welcoming. Rooms were very spacious with entrances to the courtyard as well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stop over. Everything was to our needs. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a room overlooking the golf course. Lovely. Good restaurant adjoining the accommodation. Can recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasantly surprised how modern the 2 brm apartment was, spacious, clean and quiet. The most comfy beds weve slept in this far ( (apatment. F8)We had a good feed at pub too.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josiann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful nicely furnished and finished apartment.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good, Tidy, clean accommodation. Value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A well appointed spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shuangya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility is clean, the staff is very friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. It is noted that this facility is very remote and “out in the middle of nowhere.” We used it as a base to get to Mt. Cook (~90 minute drive) which worked well for us. Finally the bar/restaurant was very convenient with good food. Recommend the facility for a quiet getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thought we would have a view of the lake but we just looked out at parked cars. Carpet on floor was a little dirty. Quiet place and comfortable which check off my important boxes
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giulio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great local pub and accomodation, super friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worked really well for us.

Nice large apartment with two rooms and a pretty well setup kitchen. The bar/restaurant attached to it was very nice - especially the steak served on a hot stone!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

P

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Caution

I rarely leave any negative comment, but this stay was extremely terrible. The room was full of flying insects, as seen in photo. Kids were scared to sleep or to use the bathroom during the night, and had difficulties continue their journey. Understand it is close to lake area, but there should be control measurement in place to provide accommodation service. After communication with the provider via Hotels.com all I received was a cold email saying no refund to be provided.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Phillip

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay!

Great place to stay - great accommodation, with an excellent bar/restaurant on site.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

James

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kellie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ange

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024