Cardrona Hotel

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

Dining

The Cardrona Hotel houses an award-winning restaurant focusing on local and seasonal cuisine. The on-site bar serves local artisan foods, with a strong emphasis on local wines and craft beers. Guests can also enjoy meals in the picturesque gardens or by the outdoor fireplace.

Activities

This Cardrona property offers direct access to Cardrona Alpine Resort within a 5-minute drive and New Zealand's only Nordic ski area, Snow Farm. Guests have access to a collection of activities including horse trekking and quad biking. On-site amenities include a hot tub, ski drying room, and beautiful gardens.

Rooms

Accommodation options include Small Queen Rooms, Standard King Rooms, Standard Twin Rooms, and Family Rooms. All rooms provide tea and coffee making facilities and a private bathroom with hair dryer and free toiletries. Some rooms open onto the beer garden with a rose hedge privacy screen.

Location

The Cardrona Hotel NZ is located on the scenic Crown Range Road between Wanaka and Queenstown. It is 25 minutes' drive from Cardrona Ski Field and 20 minutes from shops, cafes, and restaurants in Wanaka. Queenstown Airport is 40 minutes' drive away, with Central Otago wineries nearby.

Family & Events

The hotel offers a children's playground and kids' outdoor play equipment. Family rooms and kids' meals are available, and families can enjoy the board games and puzzles. The hotel serves as an exclusive venue for intimate weddings and private events with comprehensive packages.

• Location: Scenic Crown Range Road, 5 min to Cardrona Alpine Resort
• Dining: Award-winning restaurant with local wines and craft beers
• Activities: Horse trekking, quad biking, hot tub, ski drying room
• Rooms: Small Queen, Standard King, Family Rooms with private bathrooms
• Family: Playground, kids' meals, family rooms, board games
• Popular with: Skiers, adventure seekers, couples for weddings