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Cardrona

Otago- Queenstown · New Zealand

Crown Range RoadView location

9.6/10Excellent840 Reviews
Cleanliness9.8/109.8
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort9.0/109.0
Condition9.4/109.4
Location8.6/108.6
Neighborhood8.4/108.4
Value8.4/108.4
Amenities9.2/109.2
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About Cardrona

Enjoy stunning views from the terrace and garden at the Cardrona Hotel, where you can also indulge in some on-site shopping. Savor local cuisine at the hotel's restaurant, complete with a bar and lounge, or grab a quick bite at the coffee shop.

Local cuisine breakfasts are available for a fee. Free self-parking is available on-site. Each of the 16 guestrooms provides the comforts of home, including coffee/tea makers and complimentary tea and instant coffee. Bathrooms feature showers and hair dryers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Located in rural Cardrona, the hotel is a short 4-minute drive from the Cardrona Distillery and 15 minutes from the Crown Range Summit. Cardrona Alpine Resort is just 6. 6 miles away, and Snow Farm New Zealand is 12. 8 miles from the property.

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Located in Cardrona, Cardrona Hotel is in a rural location, a 4-minute drive from Cardrona Distillery and 15 minutes from Crown Range Summit. This hotel is 6.6 mi (10.7 km) from Cardrona Alpine Resort and 12.8 mi (20.5 km) from Snow Farm New Zealand.

Make yourself at home in one of the 16 guestrooms. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and free tea bags/instant coffee, and housekeeping is provided daily. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dining services
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Banquet facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 9:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators No front desk Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions Guest will receive an email before arrival 10 days Professional property host/manager Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing Property does not require health documentation at check-in Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-out is available.
  • Special Instructions
    There is no front desk at this property. If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email within 10 days before arrival with check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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 and cash
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately NZD 5 to 32 for adults, and NZD 5 to 15 for children
    • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 40 per night
    • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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

  • Spoken Language

    English

    French

Nearby attractions

Crown Range 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Cardrona Distillery 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Cardrona Alpine Resort 10.7 km / 6.6 mi
Valley View Quad Chair 10.7 km / 6.7 mi
Whitestar Express Quad Chair 13.4 km / 8.3 mi
Crown Range Summit 14.4 km / 8.9 mi
MacDougals Quad Chair 14.6 km / 9.1 mi
Captain's Express Quad Chair 16.1 km / 10 mi
Snow Farm New Zealand 20.5 km / 12.8 mi
That Wānaka Tree 25.3 km / 15.7 mi
Mount Iron Lookout 25.7 km / 16 mi
Arrowtown Golf Course 28.4 km / 17.6 mi
Amisfield Winery 29.5 km / 18.3 mi
Amisfield 29.5 km / 18.3 mi
Tobins Track 30.3 km / 18.9 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Total number of rooms: 16
  • hotel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fiExtra charge
  • Laundry service
  • Shop
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Café
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  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Children playground
  • Breakfast
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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  • VILLA STANDARDVILLA • STANDARDVIL.ST

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    VILLA STANDARD

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  • DOUBLE ECONOMYDOUBLE • ECONOMYDBL.EY

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    DOUBLE ECONOMY

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  • FAMILY ROOM TWO BEDSFAMILY ROOM • TWO BEDSFAM.2B

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    FAMILY ROOM TWO BEDS

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE KING BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE KING BEDDBL.DX-KG

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    DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG

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    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

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  • VILLA BUNK BEDVILLA • BUNK BEDVIL.BK

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    VILLA BUNK BED

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  • DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDSDOUBLE • TWO QUEEN BEDSDBL.2Q

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    DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Room code: DBL.2Q

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  • FAMILY ROOM STANDARDFAMILY ROOM • STANDARDFAM.ST

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  • DOUBLE PREMIUM KING BEDDOUBLE • PREMIUM KING BEDDBL.KG-PI

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    Room code: DBL.KG-PI

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN

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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.QN

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  • QUADRUPLE QUEEN SIZE BEDQUADRUPLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDQUA.QN

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    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    QUADRUPLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: QUA.QN

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST

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    TWIN STANDARD

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    Room code: TWN.ST

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  • VILLA WITH DOUBLE BEDVILLA • WITH DOUBLE BEDVIL.DB

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    WITH DOUBLE BED

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    VILLA WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room code: VIL.DB

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Cardrona

9.6
Excellent
840 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.8 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
9.0 /10
Condition
9.4 /10
Location
8.6 /10
Neighborhood
8.4 /10
Value
8.4 /10
Amenities
9.2 /10
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10/10
Exceptional
01 Aug 2026
Keith
Staff, food, room…everything was great. A lot of fun staying at this property then skiing Cardrona. Thanks
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jul 2026
Louise
Nice friendly staff, the place had lots of character and atmosphere.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jul 2026
AMY O
Great location for skiing - 5mins to car park for the shuttle. Lovely breakfast in the morning. Spa pool was perfect and very quiet!
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jul 2026
Stuart
Excellent place to stay. Staff very friendly. Housekeeping was very high quality. Really enjoy the heritage and the location. Great food and drinks in the restaurant too
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2026
Sue
Comfortable old property from a bygone era but with modern amenities . Loved the setting and the outdoor amenities .
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jul 2026
Cristine
Highly Recommended and the best Hotel quiet close in Queenstown ❤️
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jul 2026
Graham
Yes freshly cooked
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jul 2026
Magdalena
The most cosy and unique place we have stayed at in NZ. Really worth a visit.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jun 2026
Victoria Elizabeth Jane
Excellent overnight stay. Super helpful staff. Delicious food in a great, historic setting.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2026
Jeremy
Such an amazing stay, place is great. Staff are lovely. Woke up in paradise. Room was great.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2026
David
Our go to place for complete relaxation and great food and drinks on site!
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2026
Mari
It's history
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jun 2026
Bronwyn
This was an experience of a lifetime & we absolutely loved every single moment!! Highly recommended to anyone wanting to stay in an iconic place of Kiwiana heritage 10/10
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 May 2026
Lydia
Lovely clean room and bathroom, comfortable bed and pillows, wish we could have slept there again! We had dinner in the evening and shared the waffles in the morning, both meals excellent, nice beers on tap. Staff all lovely and very welcoming, friendly other patrons in the bar. Would stay again and highly recommend it to others!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2026
Craig
So quiet
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2026
Fiona
Just a great place to stay, to
Live a bit of history
8/10
Excellent
18 May 2026
Deanna
We absolutely loved this unique, quaint hotel.
Staff are friendly, food is very good.
Just a little communication would have been nice regarding reception when trying to check in and out, also when ordering breakfast. We weren't sure where to go and to whom we should talk.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 May 2026
Jordan
Cutest rooms, amazing food, great experience!
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
01 May 2026
Leza
Gorgeous place, we stayed two nights for some down time whilst travelling for 5 months. Our room (9) overlooked the garden. Great bed with fresh white quality bedding, great shower. Excellent bar/bar menu and restaurant. The garden is gorgeous. A shout out to Dani working in the restaurant who’s great fun and also to Caitlin who gave us the best check in ever, took us to our room, explained the on-site menus etc. Breakfast here is also fantastic. All the staff were fabulous. You will hear people in the room next to you (muffled talking) but overall it’s a pretty quiet place. If you don’t stay at least stop by, get some food and wander in the garden.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
29 Apr 2026
Melinda
Lovely atmosphere, staff were fabulous! TV’s a box and channels are fuzzy …. Possibly adds to the rustic charm. Room was comfy and well laid out. Rainfall shower head was great but shower barely made it to warm and sound proofing is definitely not a thing here. However, these minor inconveniences weren’t enough for me to not want to go back as it’s such a great spot with a cool vibe
Self
10/10
Exceptional
28 Apr 2026
Chris
Had a wonderful stay at Cadrona Hotel. Awesome atmosphere and gardens. Staff were very helpful and the food excellant. Especially the blue cod. Highly recommend any one to stay.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Apr 2026
Peter
The Cardrona is a rustic gem, hidden behind the iconic front are a bar, restaurant, garden and multiple rooms. Our one \"Roaring Meg\" was made from what must have been two older very old rooms but done very well. Clean bathroom with good shower etc a bedroom with comfortable bed and a radiator that works! Temperature in late April was down to 1deg so the heating was needed. A well appointed bar with an open fire and then we had dinner. Menu was varied and had snacks to full mains. The soup of the day was tasty and was nearly the size of a swimming pool. Try the Lamb Rump - cooked just right and tender. We enjoyed traveling back in time but with all the modern addons it was a highlight of our trip.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Apr 2026
Steven
Space was clean and it was a really cool area with a old school feel to it! The hot tub was amazing! Even with it being 0°c outside. There was no microwave or mini fridge in the room, so just double check the amenities list before booking your room.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
21 Apr 2026
Harete
a great place to stay with a wonderful ambience, sense of history and great pub and outdoors area
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Apr 2026
Sue
Comfortable clean rooms. Must mention Nicola, housekeeping staff, who went above and beyond our expectations.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
19 Apr 2026
Carol
Great place to stay
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Apr 2026
Vanessa
Loved the style and the hi
10/10
Exceptional
17 Apr 2026
Brittany
Lovely atmosphere, beautiful flowers, amazing little playground, wonderful food! The rooms are rustic and comfortable
10/10
Exceptional
13 Apr 2026
Tu Chien Timothy
We had damaged our car exterior a bit and the staff was very helpful and even gave us some duct tape to patch things up temporarily. Lovely place and lovely people.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
13 Apr 2026
Julianne
Incredible family holiday stay - delicious food, wonderful staff, comfortable room!
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
13 Apr 2026
Heidi
The property was quaint/historical and full of character. Food was good (especially the Caesar salad!) Room and bathroom were nice. Beds and pillows were ok not great. Definitely recommend as an unique experience
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
09 Apr 2026
Yifei
Ok
10/10
Exceptional
07 Apr 2026
Clem
Impressive mountain views and amazing facilities. Thanks team!
Self
8/10
Excellent
05 Apr 2026
Sian
Food and service was a highlight!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Apr 2026
Jennifer
The best hotel we’ve stayed at! Quaint and cute and wonderful!!!
8/10
Excellent
01 Apr 2026
Anne-Lise
Nice clean and comfortable bed, down side was only one chair in a 2 person bedroom.
Very expensive menu but they deliver on the tasty food.
Family
8/10
Excellent
30 Mar 2026
Vikki
Fantastic food and atmosphere. Wonderful, helpful staff
Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Mar 2026
Jane
A beautiful and unique hotel. Lovely room decor and excellent food. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Mar 2026
Anne
Clean, spacious room. Excellent customer service. Bar food was very good. Only 1 washing machine and 1 dryer for guest use so had to wait to use.
We paid for breakfast which was excellent. Highly recommend
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2026
Avi
Incredible hotel, beautiful rooms (especially for the price) and a great old mining town vibe inside. All the staff were incredibly friendly and the food at the bar was excellent and well priced, I didn't have a chance to eat at the restaurant but it looked good as well. Only issue is that the wifi is very slow but that's fairly expected for the location so not a big deal.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2026
Blake
Awesome atmosphere, clean room, hot pool was a good surprise!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Mar 2026
David
Great place to stay with a really nice restaurant and the staff were terrific
Lovely old style rooms with huge beautifully presented ensuite.
Lots of outdoor areas to relax
Easy parking
Great views.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
15 Mar 2026
Pieter
Friendly staff, clean room, comfortable bed. We only stayed one night, but would be happy to stay longer sometime in the future.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Mar 2026
Kevin
Yes room clean laundry great
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Mar 2026
gary
Fantastic old hotel excellent rooms meals superb and staff great.
Partner
4/10
Poor
05 Mar 2026
Chris
The hotel is great, but the WiFi didn’t work. A basic requirement these days.
10/10
Exceptional
01 Mar 2026
Ian
Clean room, awesome food and atmosphere at the bar, excellent service from all staff.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Feb 2026
Nigel
Room was spotless,staff were amazing .
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2026
Katherine
Nice, clean, updated rooms. Good restaurant on site. Nice staff. Good location, close to Wanaka and within an hour drive to Queenstown.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2026
Stephen
Took me a while to figure out the fireplace remote needed new batteries but after that we thoroughly enjoyed this fully equipped Villa. Perfect, clean and full of all needed amenities. CabOh maybe cable channels
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2026
Shaun
Staying at the hotel is an experience in country living at its finest. The reception was warm and the room spotless. The menu for the evening meal and breakfast made for delightful meals. A very enjoyable night's stay.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Feb 2026
Kenneth
We checked in and had lunch which included lamb burgers and beers. Then we spent some time in the hot tub. The grounds are nice and the place does look like a piece of history.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
20 Feb 2026
Robert
Staff very pleasant, room was very clean with a comfortable bed
Partner
8/10
Excellent
15 Feb 2026
John
Rooms were a good size. Laundry facilities were available. A small refrigerator in the room would be helpful, as we had some perishables in a cool bag. It was very busy as it was valentine's day, however our request for a table for an evening meal was not a problem.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2026
cathy
Cardona hotel is a gem!! The place has so much character and is so thoughtfully designed/ preserved. Our dinner was excellent, the room was immaculate and the entire place is full of charm and history. We absolutely loved our night there and recommend everyone has at least a one night stay at this iconic hotel!!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2026
Duane
Rustic heritage hotel with so much character. Loved my stay here. So many dining areas to enjoy in one place. Clean and comfortable beds.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Feb 2026
Charity
The room was spotless and beautiful. The property is absolutely charming. Everything is clean and beautiful and the staff could not be friendlier or more helpful. We wished we had stayed longer, it was a great place to relax.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Feb 2026
Philip
Our stay was superb from start to finish. It’s such an iconic and magical place and we chose to stay for that reason. However the quality of our stay and the service we received exceeded our expectations. The building, gardens, bar and restaurant are superb. Breakfast and dinner were both of a very high standard and the staff are great too. Our room (15) with its own balcony overlooking the gardens was superb.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Feb 2026
David
Great place to stay!! Staff are very friendly, building and rooms were very clean. Great atmosphere.
10/10
Exceptional
03 Feb 2026
Lorie
Grounds are beautiful. Great atmosphere. Friendly staff.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jan 2026
Marie
Our family really enjoyed staying at the Cardrona. Super comfy beds, steps away from the lovely garden bar and a soak in the hot tub was a lovely way to end the evening. A small fridge in rooms would be a good addition to make.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
28 Jan 2026
Rijo
Good room, great staff
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
25 Jan 2026
Graeme
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Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jan 2026
Jordan
Great spa
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jan 2026
Arthur
This place was AMAZING! The villas are great! Modern and clean, well equipped and comfortable! Great service, very laid back and relaxed while feeling upscale at the same time without any stuffiness whatsoever! I would definitely recommend staying here and would come back in a heartbeat! Love the history as well.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jan 2026
Kurt
Great stay at a quaint, unique historical hotel. Great food and drink, wonderful fireplaces, indoors and outdoors. Wonderful experience all the way around.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jan 2026
Amber
Friendly staff, beautiful grounds and room. Would stay again.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
15 Jan 2026
Lonita
The staff members I interacted with were friendly and efficient.

I had difficulty finding the hotel reception area and no one was there when I finally found it, though someone arrived quickly. It seems the restaurant and hotel were staffed by the same people and the restaurant held priority at that time of the day.

The room was clean and had everything I needed. I appreciated the water heater and supplies for a morning cup of tea.

The water in the shower was lukewarm and never got hot.

My room was cold when I arrived. I was able to turn on the heater and it warmed up by the time I was ready for bed.

The outside area is beautiful.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jan 2026
Cindy
Very beautiful yard. Staffs are nice. Foods are delicious.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
11 Jan 2026
Sara
Staff were great
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jan 2026
Nigel
Cardrona was the loveliest hotel experience in 4 months of travelling Australia &New Zealand. Grounds were beautiful, room was clean and comfortable, food was excellent and staff were absolutey wonderful in how hospitable, helpful and friendly they were. You cannot go wrong if your are able to treat yourself to a stay at this wonderful hotel.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jan 2026
Arun
An amazing place to stay! Beautiful surroundings, great atmosphere, friendly staff, and delicious food. The Cardrona Hotel made our New year trip memorable!
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jan 2026
Zhaodi
We stopped by this hotel on the way to Christchurch from Queenstown airport. About half an hour drive. I almost suspected that there was a hotel in the area where I did not see any houses. Then this hotel showed up. What a pleasant surprise to find thus fine hotel with beautiful garden which I think was comparable to the Botanic garden we went to the day after. The roses were gorgeous. We took quite some pictures in the garden the second day. Definitely a must see on the way to the east of Christchurch!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jan 2026
Scott
Great atmosphere being next to the courtyard pub and beer garden. Nice deck outside our room which we sat and had drinks of. Bonus was the use of the spa pool. We visited in peak season, but it didn’t feel too overcrowded or busy - just a nice overall feel
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Dec 2025
Nina
Everything was excellent, absolutely beautiful
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
23 Dec 2025
Courtney
The garden setting is amazing, and bed was really comfortable, thank you 💜
10/10
Exceptional
23 Dec 2025
Laura
This hotel is the BEST! Me and my partner have been travelling for a little while and this is the most charming, cosy, and characteristic hotel we have stayed in. It was brilliant.

Firstly, the staff are all lovely. We were given recommendations for local hikes in the area (diamond lake and Rocky Mountain trail FYI - insane!!!) and the meal was 10/10, tender and tasty lamb rump and amazing croquettes. We stayed 2 nights and ate here both nights, really delicious.

The room was so cute and decorated so tastefully. It was comfortable, clean and had gorgeous views of the area. We even got a little balcony area which was a bonus and just lovely to sit on. Laundry and amenities were spot on too.

I absolutely raided the gift shop, I wanted to buy everything. The art work around the historic hotel and restaurant was amazing.

It was such a special stay and unbelievable value for money. I will make sure I get to come back to visit this hotel again in the future!

It’s left a mark on me - honestly one of my favourite places in the entire world.
Thank you so so much.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Dec 2025
Arlette-Mae
Did not know we have free breakfast
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Dec 2025
Dave
Love this place. Had one of the best lamb burgers ever. Will be back
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Dec 2025
Nicole
Beautiful garden, wonderful food and atmosphere, and the hot tub was a great end for the evening.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Dec 2025
Timothy
Great room, great staff
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Dec 2025
Mark
The room was unexpectedly phenomenal! Bed and bathroom were exquisite.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Dec 2025
Elizabeth
Everything was great!! Lots of space to roam around.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Nov 2025
Jessica
I can’t rave about the Cardrona Hotel enough - everything from the room to the service was 5-stars.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Nov 2025
Stephanie
My favorite lil spot in all of NZ that I stayed at! Quiet and beautiful!! Lovely flowers and outdoor fireplace. Nice chill vibes!
10/10
Exceptional
29 Nov 2025
Catherine
Amazing place. Lots of history. Food and service excellent.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Nov 2025
Jill
Fun historical accomodation and the outdoor fire is perfect on a cool afternoon
10/10
Exceptional
24 Nov 2025
Sophia
Very cute old fashion feel, lovely sitting area outside. Great food, walls in the rooms were a little thin. Beautiful views.
8/10
Excellent
19 Nov 2025
Melinda
The staff were lovely, the bed was comfy and the shower was awesome
Business
10/10
Exceptional
19 Nov 2025
Deanne
Had the most relaxing low key stay with kids. A must-go for when you’d prefer to have quality time with the family rather than be distracted with all the bells and whistles of other accommodation options. Great restaurant and bar with food made from local ingredients. We will definitely come back 😊
Leisure Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
18 Nov 2025
Jing
The property is right next to the bar by the roadside, and the bar’s courtyard is just outside the room. Although the bar says it closes at 10 pm, they were still playing loud music after 10:30 pm, and customers were chatting in the courtyard. It wasn’t quiet or private enough, and the room was very small.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Nov 2025
Sandra
This was a very beautiful place to stay. It is a small place on the edge of the highway but then behind it opens to a stunning courtyard(s) and just a serene experience. The historical Nate was very alive in our minds to as it feels like it might have many years ago just better! The room was clean, pretty and made more spacious as we got the coveted top end with a deck!! 100% recommend the Cardrona Hotel for everything you need and want!
Leisure
6/10
Pleasant
16 Nov 2025
Sarah
Sign at reception says to check in at the bar if no one’s available so I went to the bar where the bar maid was quite rude and dismissive.
We were too early to check in (which is strictly 3pm) so we went to the next town and arrived back at 8.30pm and had to go back to the bar to check in as fairly, no one at reception. Unfortunately we got the same lady at the bar who then asked a lady who was waiting tables to check us in and she said she didn’t have time. A lovely gentleman however met us back at reception and took us to our room.
There is no fridge and we were travelling with food so we had to throw out what we had and the only place to eat is the hotel itself for 23km. The hotel itself is absolutely beautiful but we were not feeling welcome and decided to stay in our room.
On check out at 10am, no one at reception so I was dreading going back to the bar.
Thankfully it was not the same lady.
We also stayed one less night as our tour in Queenstown was cancelled due to rain and rescheduled for the next week which put us a day behind.
Management agreeing and allowing a refund for the last night was an arduous process blamed on Expedia however our other bookings had to be changed also and were simple, friendly and took minutes.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Nov 2025
Lisa
A great atmosphere!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 Nov 2025
Cathy
The staff were friendly, the room was clean, but there was no fridge in the room. You are staying in a little village, where the hotel is on the edge of the courtyard,, which is very busy, with all the guests for dining and the bar. It wasn't quiet at first, but quieted down.

They changed ownership in the middle of our stay and so couldn't use debit or credit cards after the first night which made it complicated.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
07 Nov 2025
Zhiqiang
Quite a unique hotel of 161 years old. The rooms are small but okay
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Nov 2025
Matt
Beer on tap was good. Staff all friendly and helpful. The restaurant was very good!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
03 Nov 2025
Paul
This sort of accomadation appeals to us rustic in the country its clean tidy good food and good staff
10/10
Exceptional
03 Nov 2025
Douglas
Perfect stay. No notes. If you like history (or an underutilized hot tub) it’s a cherry on top. Recommend the dinner and breakfast service. Bravo!
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
02 Nov 2025
Dara
lovely property. the TV was a classic 1980s TV as big as a small car 😀
Leisure Family

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Cardrona
Crown Range Road, Wanaka, New Zealand

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