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Lake Mahinapua Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Ruatapu with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant

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Exterior
Reception
Superior Cottage
Bed sheets
Comfort Double Room

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec

Explore the area

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962 Ruatapu Rd, Ruatapu, West Coast, 7883
  • Place, Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, National Kiwi Centre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Hokitika Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hokitika (HKK)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort House | Living area

Comfort House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Smart TV
  • 100 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Hairdryer
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Superior Cottage | Living area

Superior Cottage

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Ruatapu

At Lake Mahinapua Hotel, you'll be 7.3 km (4.5 mi) from Westcoast Treetop Walk and 10.2 km (6.3 mi) from Hokitika Clock Tower. 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 a hot tub and a coffee shop/cafe. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Ruatapu hotel include Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre and William Steyn Stonepainter.

What's nearby

  • Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre - 6 min drive - 11.7 km
  • National Kiwi Centre - 6 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Hokitika Beach - 6 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve - 7 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Sunset Point - 7 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hokitika Sandwich Company - West Coast - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stumpers Bar & Reasturant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hokitika Townchip - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kitchen Hokitika - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Katsu Sushi And Noodle House - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Lake Mahinapua Hotel

Hotel in Ruatapu with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Lake Mahinapua Hotel also features a hot tub and a garden. Free self parking is available.
  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Lake Mahinapua Hotel offers 18 accommodations with air conditioning. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: NZD 5 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Hot tub

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM 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)

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 5 to 25 per person

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, debit cards and cash.

Property Registration Number 9429047365544

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

Lake Mahinapua Hotel Hotel
Lake Mahinapua Hotel Ruatapu
Lake Mahinapua Hotel Hotel Ruatapu

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Lake Mahinapua Hotel?

Lake Mahinapua Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Lake Mahinapua Hotel?

As of 10 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Mahinapua Hotel on 12 Dec 2025 start from AU$141.01, 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 Lake Mahinapua Hotel?

Yep, Lake Mahinapua Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Lake Mahinapua Hotel?

The closest beach to Lake Mahinapua Hotel is Hokitika Beach (9.7 km).

What makes Lake Mahinapua Hotel a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Lake Mahinapua Hotel.

Does Lake Mahinapua Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lake Mahinapua Hotel?

No, Lake Mahinapua Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Lake Mahinapua Hotel?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Lake Mahinapua Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Lake Mahinapua Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.