Archway Motels & Chalets

Gary the manager was great to deal with - very responsive and helpful. He provided lots of suggestions for activities, including the on-site spas. Due to a change in our schedule, we needed to add a second night, which involved moving rooms, and Gary did everything but hold our hand to get us resettled! Archways is in a great location, a short walk from all the activities in the alpine-like village of Wanaka. By winter this year, there should be a selection of 12 new suites as well.

Wanaka is an amazing place to stay. I get the impression that most travellers use Wanaka as a stop off to the Glaciers like we did. If i was planning my trip again I would spend at least a few nights in Archway motel, Wanaka. The hosts Jacqui and Mark can not do enough for you, they really are the best hosts you could wish for. Mark went out of his way to help my wife and I reschedule our trip to the Glaciers following the road closure at Hass. I can not think him enough for his reassuring assistance. Add to the above, the chalets are extremely high-end, comfort, quality, home from home. My wife and I would stay here again and for longer if we get back to NZ. Heart felt thank you from Dave and Glen (Wales)

Staff were friendly and shared a lot about what we could do in Wanaka and where to learn more. They informed us about the webcams around Wanaka that could tell us what the views looked like before we make the decision to trek there. Parking was easy and convenient, located right in front of each unit. Each unit had it's own wifi setup (wifi and password). The kitchen was functional, easy to use, and sufficiently stocked with basic cooking ware.

We visited on a multi-generational family trip: grandparent, parents + 2 kids. This place ticks all the boxes. It is serviced daily (so it stays nice and tidy when you’re rushing around) has a trampoline and play area for the kids, laundry and drying facilities. Plus a great location - walking distance to town and lake Wānaka. Can highly recommend and we would definitely stay again!

Owners were very friendly and approachable. Lovely to have a chat to! Family studio was perfect for what we needed. Construction happening onsite directly across from our room but the owners were very honest and upfront in communicating this to us before we arrived. This was not an issue for us as we were out during the hours that they were working. Kids loved the little playground area. Close to everything. We were able to walk pretty much everywhere. Would stay here again.