Wonderland Makarora Lodge
5944 Haast Pass-Makarora Road
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Why people book this hotel
“Location”
“Location was the only good feature”
“quiet place to stay”
“Spacious”
“Clean and comfortable room, quiet and great views”
“Warm, cozy, beautiful area, clean kitchen area”
“Plenty of space, friendly staff, meals on site”
“Friendly staff and delicious food at the bar”
Overview
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.
Traveller reviews
Hishara
family_with_children
April 20, 2026
Location
mac
couple
April 16, 2026
“Wouldn't stay again”
Location was the only good feature
Michael
extended_group
April 13, 2026
Plenty of space, friendly staff, meals on site
David
family_with_children
April 12, 2026
“comfortable and quiet”
quiet place to stay
Sarah
family_with_children
April 9, 2026
“Good.”
Beautiful spot and really cute cabins.
Paul
couple
April 9, 2026
Bathroom ,ordinary
lois
couple
April 8, 2026
Enjoed the bush walk and close proximity to a nice meal
Amanda
family_with_children
April 8, 2026
“Kiwiana”
Quirky cosy older style place, in a great setting.
Kristy-rae
family_with_children
April 8, 2026
“We really didn’t have high expectations but somehow it was still way worse”
Location was nice
Sonja
couple
April 8, 2026
Clean and comfortable room, quiet and great views
Jack
family_with_children
April 6, 2026
“A happy comfy family stay”
Spacious. All facilities in one place. Cosy. Comfy double beds. Beautiful part of NZ.
Madigan
solo_traveller
April 6, 2026
Warm, cozy, beautiful area, clean kitchen area
Sam
couple
April 4, 2026
“Didnt sleep much but is a cool place none the less”
Cool little rooms and bar. Nice and remote location so its normally quiet id say
Oscar
solo_traveller
April 3, 2026
Beautiful scenery and the room was clean and comfortable and shared facilities were also clean. Friendly staff and delicious food at the bar.
Adrian
couple
April 3, 2026
“Next time we will drive to next town to stay. Wife certainly wasn’t impressed with my choice”
It was a nice retreat away from it all.
Murray
extended_group
April 1, 2026
“First and last time to pay for accommodation there.”
No break fast, however the steak for Dinner was very goo
Oscar
solo_traveller
March 26, 2026
Nice and cosy accommodation amidst stunning scenery. Friendly staff, clean premises and facilities.
Ai Lin
couple
March 18, 2026
“Comfy!”
Very cute A shaped lodge! Convenient and comfy.
Jenny
couple
March 18, 2026
Cafe and restaurant.
Stephany
couple
March 16, 2026
Cosy cabin in a scenic spot on the Haast Pass.. Very friendly atmosphere in the communal kitchen and we saw the stars for the first time in the southern skies. Would recommend!
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, Toilet with grab rails
Activities
Hiking
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Restaurant, Bar, Wine/champagne, Coffee house on site, Kid meals
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Indoor fireplace, Minimarket on site, Designated smoking area, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Heating
Internet
WiFi, Internet services, Free WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Outdoor pool (seasonal), Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor fireplace, BBQ facilities, Outdoor pool, Garden
Parking
Free parking, Parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Accessible parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Swimming pool
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
Services
Packed lunches, Fax/photocopying, Laundry, Meeting/banquet facilities
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Toilet and bathroom facilities are shared.
Standard Double Room
This double room features a shared bathroom and a carpeted floor. The spacious double room provides a private entrance, an electric kettle and garden views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Standard Double Room
These roomy chalets are good for both families and groups. They feature 3 Single beds and cooking facilities in the front part of the room, and 1 Queen and 1 Single in the rear part of the room (maximum 6 guests).. The private bathroom is accessible and has both a toilet and shower. Two units have an extra single beds, and can sleep up to 7 guests. Each unit has cooking facilities.
Economy Quadruple Room
Toilet and bathroom facilities are shared.
Studio
Chalet includes a kitchenette with microwave, toaster, stove and a fridge/freezer. Comes with a dining table. Has a private bathroom.
Superior Studio
Perfect for couples or small families, these chalets are located closest to Wonderland lodge and surrounded by beautiful native trees. Each unit has a queen and two single beds along with bathroom and small kitchen.
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