Manuka Crescent Motel

3.5 star property

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A gravel driveway leading to a row of modern, single-story houses with a mountain backdrop.
A modern house with a covered driveway, a white car parked in the garage, and a mountain in the background.
A living room with a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.
A reception area with a flag, a car, and potted plants.
A compact living space with a bed, a TV, a dining area, and a kitchenette.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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51 Manuka Crescent, Wanaka, 9305
  • Place, Pembroke Park
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Picture Lounge
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Wānaka Golf Club
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wānaka Airport (WKA)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Manuka Crescent Motel

Laundry facilities, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area are onsite. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Manuka Crescent Motel offers 13 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Manuka Crescent Motel, you'll be within walking distance of Lake Wānaka. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and laundry facilities are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking and RV/bus/truck parking
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, a car charging station, and a terrace
  • 11 minutes by foot from Lake Wānaka and a 3-minute drive from Gallery Thirty Three
As a guest of Manuka Crescent Motel, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and ski storage. WiFi is free in public spaces. Manuka Crescent Motel also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Wānaka motel is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Games
  • Ski storage
  • Vineyard
  • Wine tasting room

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vineyard

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • 12 accessible parking spaces
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Electric bike charging
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.3 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

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Manuka Crescent Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 295 out of 596 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 596 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 596 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 596 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 596 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Maggie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful place to stay, comfortable and relax.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Unni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good comfortable stay with well thought about amenities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Very quiet, room was perfect for us, with everything you would need.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

maeve

Very easy check in, nice sized rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice place to stay away from the bustle of Wanaka township but still an easy drive or walk. Has everything you need to self cater and is like a home away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful modern unit with everything you need included. Located in a nice quiet part of Wanaka. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Will stay here again next time I visit Wanaka.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were great the room is a good size the beds are really comfortable and the bathroom had been recently renovated so was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bluben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful. Spacious and great hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elspeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was a bit tight for the room we were in but OK.The room was clean and fridge, microwave, wifi all working great. Nice and peaceful location in residential area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked the backpackers room Room was spotless, parking right outside. Perfect size for myself and daughter.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms, comfortable beds with nice linen. Room was warmed up for us which was really nice. Host greeted us with smile and helpful. Lovely peaceful location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, laundry amenities were fabulous nice and close to town, lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Haylee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was dated but tidy and very good for the price. Comfy beds, friendly & helpful staff. Parking outside room. Laundry facilities were useful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lyndon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Motel ,spotless, easy parking, staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarmishtha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kitchen & parking was good. View from room was not at all good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff most welcoming and pleasant. Motel lovely clean / fresh and peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel. Had everything you could want. Hot shower. Situated off the main road
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Unit was spacious and spotless. Staff were excellent, friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MARGARET

Lovely and desk clerk great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small and cosy apartment, very clean and tidy. The kitchenette impressed me most as it even has air fryer. Staff member was friendly. Will atay here if coming again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jing

Clean room, full kitchen cooking set, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025