Cardrona Hotel

Historic gold-rush hotel with award-winning restaurant and ski area access

Dining

The Cardrona Hotel's on-site restaurant serves award-winning cuisine focused on local and seasonal ingredients. The bar offers a selection of local wines and craft beers from Central Otago. Guests can dine in the restaurant, bar, or on the patio overlooking the picturesque gardens.

Activities & Amenities

The hotel provides a hot tub for relaxation after a day on the slopes. A ski drying room keeps gear ready for the next morning. The property also features a children's playground and hosts live music performances and temporary art galleries.

Rooms

Accommodation options range from Small Queen rooms to Deluxe King rooms and the Villa. Each room includes tea and coffee making facilities and a private bathroom with hairdryer. The hotel also offers Family Rooms with kitchenette and free WiFi throughout.

Location

The Cardrona Hotel sits on Crown Range Road, a 5-minute drive from Cardrona Alpine Resort. Wanaka's shops and restaurants are 20 minutes away, and Queenstown Airport is 40 minutes' drive. The hotel is also near Snow Farm, New Zealand's only Nordic ski area.

Family & Events

Children have access to a playground, outdoor play equipment, and board games. The hotel is an exclusive venue for intimate weddings with comprehensive packages. It is one of the last remaining buildings from the Cardrona Valley gold rush era.

• Location: 5-minute drive from Cardrona Alpine Resort on Crown Range Road
• Dining: Award-winning restaurant with local wines and craft beers
• Rooms: Small Queen rooms to Deluxe King rooms and Villa
• Amenities: Hot tub, ski drying room, children's playground
• History: Last remaining building from Cardrona Valley gold rush