Wonderland Makarora Lodge
Studio, Wonderland Makarora Lodge in Makarora
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8.3

Excellent

763 reviews

763 reviews

Food & Dining3
Housekeeping2
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9

Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location
Parking
FREE
Nearby landmarks
Haast Pass 17.4 km
Wanaka Airport 54.7 km
Glentanner Airport 79.9 km
Mount Cook Airport 88.8 km
Queenstown Airport 95.7 km
Richard Pearse Airport 159.0 km
Manapouri Airport 191.4 km
Dunedin International Airport 203.3 km
Hokitika Airport 220.3 km
Greymouth Airport 253.0 km
Holiday park/caravan park

Wonderland Makarora Lodge

Makarora, Makarora, New Zealand - See map

Conveniently situated in the Makarora part of Makarora, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. This 3-star property is packed with in-house facilities to improve the quality and joy of your stay.

Highlights

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Garden

Hiking

Laundry service

Smoking area

Hygiene Plus

This property has self-selected and self-certified the following hygiene measures.Learn more
Safety Features
Staff trained in safety protocol
Preventative Equipment
Hand sanitizer

Travel sustainable property

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Facilities

Pets allowed

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

BBQ facilities

Contactless check-in/out

Swimming pool [outdoor]

Bicycles

Laundry service

Value for money8.1
Location rating9.0

Rooms available at Wonderland Makarora Lodge

Chalet
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  • Room size: 35 m²/377 ft²
  • Mountain view
  • 4 single beds and 1 queen b...
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Studio
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  • Room size: 35 m²/377 ft²
  • Mountain view
  • 2 single beds and 1 queen b...
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Economy Quadruple Room
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  • Room size: 27 m²/291 ft²
  • Mountain view
  • 2 single beds and 1 double ...
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Two-Bedroom Chalet
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  • Room size: 52 m²/560 ft²
  • Mountain view
  • 3 single beds and 1 queen b...
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Standard Double Room
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  • Room size: 35 m²/377 ft²
  • Mountain view
  • 4 single beds and 1 queen b...
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Superior Studio
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  • Room size: 35 m²/377 ft²
  • Mountain view
  • 2 single beds and 1 queen b...
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Superior Chalet
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  • Room size: 35 m²/377 ft²
  • Mountain view
  • 1 queen bed
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Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • Mountain view
  • 1 single bed
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Double Room with Shared Bathroom
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  • Room size: 27 m²/291 ft²
  • Mountain view
  • 1 single bed and 1 queen be...
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Studio Chalet
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  • Room size: 35 m²/377 ft²
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Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in and check-out at Wonderland Makarora Lodge?

Check-in is from 02:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guests checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee.

How do I get to Wonderland Makarora Lodge?

For those who wish to drive their own cars, Wonderland Makarora Lodge has a car park available for guests. Parking is free for guests.

What is the smoking policy at Wonderland Makarora Lodge?

Wonderland Makarora Lodge does permit smoking in some areas and is not 100% smoke-free.

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What people love about Wonderland Makarora Lodge

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Spaciousness

    "The room was spacious and the kids loved the a-frame accommodations."

    Heather

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    February 22, 2020

  • 10

    Exceptional

    "Love the scenery, great price and good food & facilities"

    Kristina

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    March 31, 2022

  • 8.8

    Excellent

    "Would recommend staying."

    Stu

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    March 4, 2021

Overall rating:

8.3

Excellent
763 reviews
Cleanliness
8.6
Facilities
7.7
Location
9.0
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More about Wonderland Makarora Lodge

More about Wonderland Makarora Lodge

Located in the Mount Aspiring National Park, Wonderland Makarora Lodge is set in a beautiful native forest, just a 2-minute walk from Makarora River. It offers a seasonal outdoor pool, a cafe and restaurant and an on-site shop with souvenirs and basic grocery supplies. Free on-site parking is provided. Heated guest rooms have a private entrance where guests can access the garden and beautiful scenery. Some rooms come with a fully equipped kitchenette. The staff at reception can organise jet boating, scenic flights and fishing trips .The property has a shared communal lodge with a kitchen, bathroom facilities, a cozy fire for the colder months. The cafe/restaurant serves breakfast, a lunch buffet and a bistro style dinner menu, which is available 7 nights per week during summer. In winter the restaurant is open for limited hours in the evening, with a small menu available. Wonderland Makarora Lodge is 26 km from Lake Hawea and Lake Wanaka.

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Amenities and facilities

Very good
Facilities

7.7

Most talked about facilities

Internet

1 mention

Housekeeping

1 mention

Languages spoken
  • English
Outdoor
  • Bicycles
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Garden
  • Hiking
  • On-site entertainment
  • Swimming pool [outdoor]
Cleanliness and safety
  • Cashless payment service
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Room sanitization opt-out available
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Safe dining setup
  • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • BBQ facilities
  • Shared kitchen
Services and conveniences
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Heating in public area
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry service
  • Smoking area
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Safety/security feature
  • Smoke alarms
Getting around
  • Car park [free of charge]

Food and dining

Restaurants on site
Restaurant
  • Cuisine: Local

Location

5944 Haast Pass-Makarora Road, Makarora, Makarora, New Zealand, 9346
Exceptional
Location

9

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

House rules

INTERNET WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge. PARKING Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed). PETS Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges. CHILDREN AND EXTRA BED POLICY Children of any age are allowed. Children up to and including 0 years old stay for NZD 20 per person per night when using an existing bed. No cots are available. No extra beds are available. Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from14:00
  • Check-in until22:00
  • Check-out from09:00
  • Check-out until10:00

Property announcements

Swimming Pool is closed from Wed 01 Mar 2023 until Wed 01 Nov 2023 If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Wonderland Makarora Lodge in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Managed by a private host

Reviews of Wonderland Makarora Lodge from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.4
/
10
Excellent
Cleanliness8.6
Facilities7.7
Location9.0
Service8.6
Value for money8.1
High score for Makarora
Rating
9+ Exceptional (3)
8-9 Excellent (3)
7-8 Very Good (2)
6-7 Good (3)
<6 Below Expectation (3)
Time of the year
Mar - May (6)
Jun - Aug (1)
Sep - Nov (3)
Dec - Feb (4)

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10.0
Exceptional
Heather from United States
Family with young children
Two-Bedroom Chalet
Stayed 1 night in February 2020

Family friendly and helpful”

We arrived and were immediately greeted with friendliness abound. The room was spacious and the kids loved the a-frame accommodations. Food at the restaurant was delicious. The staff was incredibly helpful and filled with knowledge about local NZ culture.

Reviewed February 22, 2020

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8.8
Excellent
fay from United Kingdom
Couple
Stayed 1 night in September 2018

Remote but accessible ”

Loved having no phone signal, really enjoyed seeing the stars, and the local walks. Great food & happy hour at the bar, lovely friendly service. Room was warm, fire plugged in, shared kitchen area clean and tidy as were the toilets. Thank you for a great stay

Reviewed September 25, 2018

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7.6
Very good
Kulwant from Malaysia
Couple
Studio
Stayed 1 night in March 2017

Middle Of Nowhere”

If you are driving long distance from Queenstown to Fox Glacier this would be an ideal place to put up to break your journey. No radio, internet nor TV. Great place to bring your kids who are hooked up to technology. Rooms okay but bathroom a bit small with a fixed shower head where you can't get a proper bath.

Reviewed March 17, 2017

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8.8
Excellent
craig from Australia
Couple
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in April 2017

Lovely spot - nice folk”

great for a night stopover but could have easily spent longer Staff at the cafe/bar were lovely

Reviewed April 24, 2017

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7.2
Very good
Pete from Australia
Couple
Studio
Stayed 2 nights in February 2020

Good Location”

The location is e cellent, but the accomodation is average, the chalet’s need serious upgrading. The staff are good and helpful. If you want a base great, but be aware the accomodation is very average.

Reviewed March 06, 2020

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4.8
Pete from New Zealand
Couple
Two-Bedroom Chalet
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

No extras. No internet. Brown water in the hand basin Lowe shower head.”

No physical contact at all with staff. Lights missing bulbs. Overpriced for what are very basic amenities. Unit was clean and heating was adequate.

Reviewed May 09, 2018

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6.0
junfen from China
Group
Stayed 1 night in October 2017

Shower and kitchen and the internet are poor.Found a lovely cat,that's great!”

The night with stars was amazing

Reviewed October 21, 2017

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5.2
Linda from Canada
Couple
Economy Quadruple Room
Stayed 2 nights in January 2023

Where is the wonder at Wonderland?”

On the positive side, we had clean linen and hot showers and internet. Registration staff was cooking for the restaurant and so we had to wait 15 minutes before receiving the keys at eight in the evening. I was also expecting a night’s sleep, but there was a drunken party going on outside our cabin until 3 am. I complained to the noisy neighbours at 0030, to no avail. Our second night was quiet and we slept. Management offered us a discount in the restaurant which we declined and a move to another cabin for the second night. We were too tired to move, or hike or do anything. One vacation day was ruined. i wonder if this is a recurring problem as staff knew exactly who was partying and who their local employer was. This place should be avoided.

Reviewed January 26, 2023

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6.8
Good
ChewJeng from Malaysia
Group
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in January 2023

Spacious Cabin”

There are maximum 5 persons can be fitted into the cabin, but the toilet and shower is quite far from the cabin.

Reviewed January 20, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Kristina from New Zealand
Couple
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in April 2021

unique accommodation”

Love the scenery, great price and good food & facilities

Reviewed March 31, 2022

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6.4
Good
anne from New Zealand
Couple
Superior Chalet
Stayed 1 night in March 2022

Good”

Beautiful wilderness area. Unfortunately the services advertised were not available. No food no cafe, no bar no restaurant. Very dissapointed that they didnt tell us before we arrived without food. No staff available. Shared kitchen lounge just wasnt clean.

Reviewed March 15, 2022

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8.8
Excellent
Stu from New Zealand
Couple
Two-Bedroom Chalet
Stayed 1 night in March 2021

Biking stop over”

Great place to stop when biking over Haast pass. Nice place, friendly people, nice food and very comfortable. Would recommend staying.

Reviewed March 04, 2021

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10.0
Exceptional
LING from Taiwan
Group
Stayed 1 night in August 2017

Exceptional”

住宿是小木屋,但是廁所廚房有點距離。不過很乾淨,就是沒有任何訊號。 其他來說很滿意。

Reviewed August 29, 2017

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6.8
Good
MIN from Taiwan
Couple
Stayed 1 night in October 2016

安靜的地方。”

手機完全沒信號,有與世隔絕的感覺,想要安靜的人住這很好,星空沒光害,很美。

Reviewed August 29, 2017

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