What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Wanaka?

Motels typically offer more economical rates compared to hotels, which makes them perfect if you're traveling around Wanaka and keeping to a budget. A sought-after pick for overnight stays, these roadside escapes come with simply furnished rooms, basic services and ample parking. Choose a 3-star hotel and you can expect to pay more for additional space, privacy and amenities. Travelers can take advantage of things like free WiFi, fitness centers and business services at this property type.

What 3-star hotels in Wanaka have an on-site restaurant?

Wanaka Hotel is a leading 3-star property in Wanaka. With its handy on-site restaurant, you can skip the hassle of searching for dining options close by.

Do any 3-star hotels in Wanaka have WiFi?

Yes, certainly. Wanaka Hotel and Alpine Motel are a couple of Expedia's 3-star hotels in Wanaka with WiFi. Lock in one of these getaways to easily access weather forecasts, travel tips and local insights. Remember, this handy amenity may be complimentary or incur an extra cost.

What 3-star hotels in Wanaka have parking?

A couple of our favorites are Alpine Motel and Wanaka Hotel . These 3-star stays in Wanaka provide parking, making it convenient for you to climb behind the wheel and go. When you've seen the main sights here, why not refuel and explore a little farther away? Some good ideas for day trips from central Wanaka include Skyline Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu.

Do any 3-star hotels in Wanaka have rooms with a kitchenette?

Knock up quick and easy meals before and after sightseeing at Kauri House . Located in Wanaka, it's one of our leading 3-star stays that have rooms with kitchenettes.

This has been one of the most recent "Instagram stars" when it comes to natural sights.

Once used as a fence post, it now serves as a photogenic prop to the mountains and Ruby Island behind.

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Wanaka Hotel

Wanaka

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Alpine Motel

Wanaka

Pradeep

NT$5,473 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - 2026/1/19

Archway Motel & Chalets

Wanaka

NT$6,752 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - 2026/1/19

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Fairway Motel and Apartments

Wanaka

Sabra Ann

NT$5,706 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - 2026/1/12

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

West Meadows Motel

Wanaka

Rex

NT$7,087 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - 2026/1/12

Manuka Crescent Motel

Wanaka

Susan

NT$4,678 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - 2026/1/19

Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Aspiring Lodge Motel

Wanaka

Geoff

ASURE Brookvale Motel

Wanaka

Maxim

NT$6,306 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 12 - 2026/1/13

Altamont Lodge

Wanaka

Roberta

Black Peak View

Wanaka

G Scott

Criffel Peak View Cottage | Terrace/patio

Criffel Peak View B&B and Apartment

Wanaka

Kirk

Mt Aspiring Holiday Park

Wanaka

Kate

Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Dungarvon Street Apartments

Wanaka

"The property was large, clean and spacious. But there were issues. The air-conditioning remote was lost and we couldn't get the a/c to work properly and my son got so hot we had to move his bed into the living area. Also, the apartment advertised access to an indoor pool but this was not communicated on check in or at the apartment, so not sure if this was real or not. Luckily the weather was nice and kids swam in the lake. "

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Retro with a view

Wanaka

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Wanaka

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House 3 bedrooms | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Stuarts Cottage

Wanaka

Dragonfly Cottage

Wanaka

Jim

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Wanaka

Apartments on Upton

Wanaka

Andreas

House, 5 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Terrace/patio

Rusted Charm

Wanaka

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Wanaka?

Our customers speak highly of Alpine Motel. It features an outdoor entertainment area and a garden, and is around 0.16 kilometers southwest of the center of Wanaka. Wanaka Hotel is another leading 3-star hotel. Located approximately 0.48 kilometers west of downtown, it offers a lake view and a garden.

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Wanaka?

Relaxation is easy in 3-star hotels in Wanaka. Besides comfortable surroundings, these cost-effective lodgings include a range of welcome amenities like complimentary WiFi, coffee or tea maker and fitness equipment. A 4-star hotel offers a more sophisticated ambience with upscale features such as a spa center, indoor or outdoor swimming pool and larger rooms. Regardless of your desired hotel style or what you want to spend, Expedia has what you're searching for.

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