Mahu Whenua consists of 5 luxury suites. Surrounded by high country sheep stations, the property is only a 20-minute drive from central Wanaka. A heated outdoor swimming pool, spa and free private parking on site is offered. Each suite features views of the mountains and Lake Wanaka or of the Motatapu River and stables. All rooms include a private private bathroom. There are shared dining and living areas. A library, media and games rooms is also provided for entertainment. Guests have access to a laundry, dry room, ski storage, heli-pad and outdoor fire pit. The accommodations includes breakfast, lunch (except on the day of arrival/departure), dinner, morning and afternoon teas, pre-dinner canapes, refreshments and premium wine and beverages served with dinner. Guests can engage in various activities in the surrounding areas including horse riding, mountain biking, hiking, yoga, spa services, cooking courses, heli-skiing and conservation tours. Queenstown Airport is 51 mi from Mahu Whenua.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
8.8
Location
10
High score for Wanaka
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Megan
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Heavenly location and wonderful staff - felt warmly welcomed and looked after the moment we drove up! Love the ethos of the place and very much rested after our stay there.
  • Tzong
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Mahu Whenua Lodge staffs are offering quality service ,we enjoy two nights stunning stays in the Lodge . The rugged mountains, peaceful river and Wanaka Lake with spectacular views are awesome. The architecturally designed with river stone and...

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Mahu Whenua
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Ski
  • Ski storage
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Game room
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/out
    • Concierge
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business Facilities
    • Fax/Photocopying
    • Business center
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe
    General
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Electric blankets
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Designated smoking area
    • Wake-up service
    • Heating
    • Soundproof
    • Private entrance
    • Car rental
    • Packed lunches
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
    • Room service
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • Pool/Beach towels
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Spa
    • Yoga classes
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Light therapy
    • Body wrap
    • Body treatments
    • Hairstyling
    • Pedicure
    • Manicure
    • Hair treatments
    • Makeup services
    • Waxing services
    • Facial treatments
    • Beauty services
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

    House rules

    Mahu Whenua takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    Until 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Refundable damage deposit

    A damage deposit of NZD 1000 is required on arrival. That's about USD 601. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 17 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Extra bed upon request
    NZD 550 per child, per night
    Crib upon request
    NZD 250 per child, per night
    3 - 16 years
    Extra bed upon request
    NZD 550 per child, per night

    Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Mastercard Visa American Express Cash Mahu Whenua accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that this room will not be serviced for the duration of your stay. You can request daily housekeeping service at an extra charge. The property will contact you prior to your arrival to make check-in arrangements. Guests are welcome to contact the property in advance for further information, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. All guests must sign the property's Terms of Stay.

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Mahu Whenua of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    Guests will receive a rental agreement which must be signed and returned to the property prior to arrival. If guests don't receive the agreement on time, they should contact the property management company at the number on the booking confirmation.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    A damage deposit of NZD 1,000 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    FAQs about Mahu Whenua

    • Check-in at Mahu Whenua is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Mahu Whenua offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Skiing
      • Game room
      • Fishing
      • Beauty services
      • Horseback riding
      • Body treatments
      • Bike tours
      • Hair treatments
      • Bicycle rental
      • Yoga classes
      • Cooking class
      • Waxing services
      • Walking tours
      • Light therapy
      • Swimming pool
      • Pedicure
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Body wrap
      • Facial treatments
      • Spa/Wellness packages
      • Manicure
      • Makeup services
      • Hairstyling

    • Room options at Mahu Whenua include:

      • Suite

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Mahu Whenua has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant

    • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Mahu Whenua on this page.

    • Mahu Whenua is 6.8 miles from the center of Wanaka. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Mahu Whenua may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.