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Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Omarama with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Bar (on property)
Property grounds
Reception
Superior Room | Garden view
Superior Room

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$200
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec

Explore the area

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State Highway 8, Omarama, 9412
  • Place, Clay Cliffs
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Wrinkly Rams
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hot Tubs Omarama
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

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Superior Room

Superior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room

Standard Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Room

Superior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Room

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Family Suite

Family Suite

Highlights

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

About the area

Omarama

At Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel you'll be within steps of Clay Cliffs and Wrinkly Rams. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas and a garden. Added amenities include laundry facilities. Each morning English breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Omarama hotel include Totara Peak Gallery and Ladybird Hill Vineyard.

What's nearby

  • Totara Peak Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Clay Cliffs - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wrinkly Rams - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ladybird Hill Vineyard - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hot Tubs Omarama - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Merino Country Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Wrinkly Rams - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Oasis Cafe and Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Four Seasons Restaurant and Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Pink Glider Cafe - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel

Hotel in Omarama with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel also features a garden and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Omarama hotel.

  • 98 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel offers 98 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: NZD 33 for adults and NZD 16.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately NZD 33.00 for adults and from NZD 16.50 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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

What is the cancellation policy at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel?

Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel?

As of 9 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel on 23 Dec 2025 start from AU$200.47, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel?

Yep, Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel has a free self car park.

Does Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, English breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel?

No, Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.