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Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel

3.0 star property
Omarama hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Boating
Garden view
Bar (on property)
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Fridge
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
State Highway 8, Omarama, 9412

What's nearby

  • Clay Cliffs - 2 min walk
  • Wrinkly Rams - 2 min walk
  • Totara Peak Gallery - 4 min walk
  • Ladybird Hill Vineyard - 5 min walk
  • Hot Tubs Omarama - 9 min walk

Getting around

  • Wanaka (WKA) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wrinkly Rams - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Merino Country Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boots & Jandals Hotel Omarama - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Four Seasons Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ladybird Hill - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel

When visiting Omarama, Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel is a great choice to consider. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 98 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 33.00 for adults and NZD 16.50 for children

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Flag Heritage Gateway Hotel Omarama
Flag Heritage Gateway Hotel
Flag Heritage Gateway Omarama
Flag Heritage Gateway
Heritage Gateway Hotel Omarama
Heritage Gateway Omarama
Heritage Gateway
Heritage Gateway Hotel
Distinction Heritage Gateway
Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel Hotel
Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel Omarama
Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel Hotel Omarama

Frequently asked questions

Does Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel and nearby?
Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel like?
Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Clay Cliffs and 9 minutes' walk from Hot Tubs Omarama.

Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Just an place to overnight enroute…
A big highway-frontage hotel that’s okay but a bit tired, and lacking air conditioning. Rooms big but tired, and the glasses were filthy (I’d say not used in months). However, the restaurant was quite good, but give the buffet a miss and go a la carte. Big Asian group in the night we stayed, plus lots of highway noise.
Richard, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

A minor issue resulted in changing room thank you All good
David, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Melissa, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Property is very dated, bed is very uncomfortable.
Trent, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service and best property in that location.
Amitrajit, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and quiet. We were upgraded to a family room and were grateful for the kitchen and extra space. Yes the room furnishings were dated, but it was very clean, comfortable and quiet.
Sarah, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Easy late checkin, big rooms.Thank you
James, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ronnie, 1-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

8/10 Very good

Staff excellent and very helpful. Food excellent Reception particular the Scottish lady very helpful and professional. Rooms nice but maybe getting some TLC in due course .otherwise excellent stay and would stay again
gary, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

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carol, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

There is no way that this so called hotel should be allowed to stay open. The room door and sliding patio door could not be locked properly so anyone could open. The wallpaper is peeling away and stains on all surfaces and they have the cheek to charge over $200 / night !
Graham, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Dated but still very nice. Nice big rooms, comfortable bed, just comfortable
Bill and Josée, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Good apart from a small cleaning oversight.
Maree, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

CONVENIENT
LINDSAY, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Very clean. Very welcoming staff.
Geraldine, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Would never go back again. The restaurant was very nice and the guy behind the bar looking after was fantastic but the da Olivier’s were terrible room Wise. Very old and tired.
Judy and John, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet and cosy
Colin, 1-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

6/10 Good

Rooms dated, visited this property 35 years ago, nothing has changed, furniture and fittings just more worn. Office staff cool, restaurant staff disengaged. Buffet dinner $45pp for very small selection. Distinction Hotels need to address.
Glenn, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Dated property.
Kenton, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A Great Place to Stay
My husband and I stayed here for one night on our trip and really enjoyed it! It's in a great location and was a nice hotel with an indoor/outdoor feel. We paid the little bit extra for a room with a balcony and are very happy we did. It was lovely sitting out there with a glass of wine from the on-site restaurant watching the sun set over the mountains. The room was spacious and comfortable, and everyone was very kind.
Kaylyn, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Give this a miss.
We booked for a family of 3. The room was very dated and had an over powering smell of cheap air freshener that lingered all night- it was very uncomfortable. The mattresses were extremely worn. The shower was leaking. We were provided with 2 towels for 3 people - they gave us an extra when asked. There was only one mug in the room and 2 glasses. Considering we checked in late - they should have had all the time to prep the room. The Motel is the worst I have stayed in over my 2 weeks holiday in NZ and yet it was one of the most expensive. Not worth it and I wouldn’t be coming back.
joanna, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Matthew, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mix up on room at start. But made up for it . Very nice staff
Paul, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review