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Waitaki Lakes Apartments

3.0 star property
Hotel in Otematata with a restaurant and a bar

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Miscellaneous
Exterior
Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking
Flat-screen TV

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Individually decorated, soundproofing, bed sheets

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, soundproofing, bed sheets

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
  • 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 - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Lake Benmore - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Clay Cliffs - 17 min drive - 24.5 km
  • Hot Tubs Omarama - 17 min drive - 25.5 km
  • Twizel Town Centre - 35 min drive - 51.7 km

Getting around

  • Wanaka (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 hair dryers
  • Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 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 elevator

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
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • 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 percent 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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 23 for adults and 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 percent

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 elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating 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 does it cost to stay at Waitaki Lakes Apartments?

As of Apr 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waitaki Lakes Apartments on Apr 28, 2025 start from CA $137.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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– midnight for a fee of NZD 30.

What time is check-out at Waitaki Lakes Apartments?

Check-out 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 mi (25 km).

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Waitaki Lakes Apartments Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 25 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Great place to stay!

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

10/10 Excellent

James

Location is stunning
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Friendly place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christie

Good value for money in a very quiet town
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

Phil

Great facilities having laundry access and the pub great food and drinks
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

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

8/10 Good

Gary

Had a room overlooking the golf course. Lovely. Good restaurant adjoining the accommodation. Can recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gerard

Good place to stop over. Everything was to our needs. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josiann

Beautiful nicely furnished and finished apartment.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Good, Tidy, clean accommodation. Value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Susanne

A well appointed spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shuangya

Very good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Phillip

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

4/10 Poor

James

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

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024