At a glance: 5-star · 5 rooms
Near: Wānaka Lavender Farm · 7 min walk
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The hotel's own restaurant is a convenient option for a meal without leaving the property. For more variety, the town center has several well-regarded spots, including Ramen Ramen Wānaka, WanaFusion, The Food Truck Park Wanaka, Mowgli Food Truck, and Paloma Taqueria. These are a short drive from the hotel, and the Wānaka Township shopping area is also nearby. You can also find other local favorites like Federal Diner, Francesca Wanaka, and Red Star Burgers in the area.
Wanaka Haven sits on Halliday Road, a quiet spot just a 7-minute walk from the Wānaka Lavender Farm, so you are close to open countryside and easy strolls. The town centre, with its shops, cafés and lakefront, is a short drive away, and the Wānaka Willow Tree is about 5.8 km off. The area feels relaxed and outdoorsy, with Mount Iron Track and Puzzling World within a few kilometres for day trips. The hotel’s own restaurant is on site, and nearby you will find casual spots like Ramen Ramen Wānaka, WanaFusion, The Food Truck Park Wanaka, Mowgli Food Truck and Paloma Taqueria for a bite. It is a handy base for exploring the lake and trails, with the township reachable by car or a longer walk.
From Queenstown Airport, the drive to Wanaka Haven takes about an hour over the Crown Range Road or via the Kawarau Gorge. You can also take a daily bus from the airport to Wanaka, which runs several times a day and takes 1.5 to 2 hours. Wanaka's own airport is just 10 minutes away by car, with flights from Christchurch. For a direct door-to-door option, pre-book a private transfer or use a local taxi service. The hotel is on Halliday Road, a short walk from the Wānaka Lavender Farm.
In the evening, you can dine at the hotel's own restaurant, or head into Wānaka town for spots like Ramen Ramen Wānaka, WanaFusion, The Food Truck Park Wanaka, Mowgli Food Truck, and Paloma Taqueria. The Wānaka Willow Tree is 5.8 km away, a scenic spot for a lakeside stroll as dusk settles. For a more active evening, the Lakeland Jet Boat Adventure on the Clutha River is a popular tour option. The town's bars and shops are a short drive from the hotel, making it easy to find a relaxed night out.
Wanaka Haven is a great base for exploring Wanaka, with the Wānaka Lavender Farm just a 7-minute walk away. Puzzling World is a short 2.3 km trip, and Mount Iron Track is 2.9 km, both easy to reach by car or bike. For longer excursions, the National Transport & Toy Museum is 4.6 km, and Skydive Wanaka is 5.3 km, while Roys Peak Lookout is 11.2 km and Wildwire Wanaka is 21.0 km, so plan for a drive or transit for those. The hotel's own restaurant offers a convenient dining option after a day out. With these sights spread out, you'll want a car or use local taxis to make the most of your stay.
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