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Wonderland Makarora Lodge

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free parking at this Makarora lodge

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Terrace/patio
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Standard Winged Chalet with Private Bathroom and Cooking Facilities | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Superior Two Room Chalet with Private Kitchenette and Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Explore the area

Map
5944 Haast Pass-Makarora Road, Makarora, 9382
  • Popular LocationBlue Pools6 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Wanaka9 min drive
  • AirportWanaka (WKA)60 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Hawea70 min drive

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Superior Studio Chalet with Private Kitchenette and Bathroom

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Cabin with Private Kitchenette and Communal Bathroom

  • 291 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Chalet with Private Kitchenette and Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Double Chalet with Private Kitchenette and Bathroom

10/10 Exceptional
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Studio Chalet with Outdoor Bathtubs, Bathroom and Cooking Facilities

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Winged Chalet with Private Bathroom and Cooking Facilities | View from room

Standard Winged Chalet with Private Bathroom and Cooking Facilities

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Economy Cabin with Shared Facilities

10/10 Exceptional
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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4 Bed Dorm with Shared Kitchen and Bathroom

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio Chalet with Private Kitchenette and Cooking Facilities

Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Studio Chalet with Private Kitchenette and Cooking Facilities

  • 377 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Two Room Chalet with Private Kitchenette and Bathroom

Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Superior Two Room Chalet with Private Kitchenette and Bathroom

10/10 Exceptional
  • 560 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Makarora

On riverwalk.Within the region of this Makarora lodge, you'll find Mount Victor and Mount Brewster. Lake Hawea and Lake Wanaka are also in the region.
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What's nearby

  • Blue Pools - 6 min drive
  • Lake Wanaka - 9 min drive
  • Fantail Falls - 16 min drive
  • Haast Beach - 62 min drive
  • Lake Hawea - 70 min drive

About this property

Wonderland Makarora Lodge

Enjoy the free parking at this Makarora lodge
Wonderland Makarora Lodge offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Wonderland Makarora Lodge also features a picnic area and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Makarora lodge.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1956
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Wonderland Makarora Lodge offers 3 accommodations. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Separate bathtub and shower

Outdoor space

  • Porch/lanai

Food and drink

  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in November and close in April.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Wonderland Makarora
Wonderland Makarora Lodge
Wonderland Makarora Lodge Lodge
Wonderland Makarora Lodge Makarora
Wonderland Makarora Lodge Lodge Makarora

Frequently asked questions

Does Wonderland Makarora Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Wonderland Makarora Lodge.

How much does it cost to stay at Wonderland Makarora Lodge?

As of May 24, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wonderland Makarora Lodge on May 29, 2024 start from $77.49, 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.

Does Wonderland Makarora Lodge offer free breakfast?

Wonderland Makarora Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Wonderland Makarora Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Wonderland Makarora Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Wonderland Makarora Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Wonderland Makarora Lodge have a pool?

Wonderland Makarora Lodge features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Wonderland Makarora Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Wonderland Makarora Lodge to downtown Makarora?

Wonderland Makarora Lodge is 5.1 mi away from Makarora.

Wonderland Makarora Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 153 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 153 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 153 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 153 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 153 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The central cooking hall was nice and convenient. Nice location after a long day of driving
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Adequate for one night
We stayed in one of the A-frame cabins with a kitchenette and no bathroom. The bathroom was a few minute walk down the gravel road. The cabin was cute and the kitchenette was adequately stocked. There was only one power outlet we could find in the cabin. There's really not much around, but the hotel did have a restaurant and gas. It was adequate for our needs for one night, but any longer and the walk to the bathroom would've become annoying.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

David, Saffron Walden

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Units a bit tired, no WiFi in units, price ok if have full occupancy but expensive relative to other options if only two people. Cafe prices on high side relative to service / quality but this is a remote area with few alternatives nearby. Staff pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Caryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find, quiet and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Jovana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Paid for outdoor bathtubs that didnt work- water pressure so low that water was cold in the tub. The gas heater also stopped working during Otherwise the facility was quaint, adequate
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Calvin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Couldn’t breathe
The carpet needed to be changed last century and the room smelled like the inside of a can of bug spray.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Aishwarya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Teresa

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Worst camp site we have stayed at on the South Island! Cabin needs a deep clean, marks all over the carpet, kitchen a disgrace. Not fit for purpose. Antiquated cold and drafty. Electric blanket did not work. Whole place needs updating as still in the 50’s! Single glass windows and gap above the door! Keep driving!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024