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Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel

3.0 star property

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Buffet
Standard Room
Business centre
Property grounds
Superior Room | Garden view

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$230
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr

Explore the area

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State Highway 8, Omarama, 9412
  • Place, Clay Cliffs
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ladybird Hill Vineyard
    ‪7 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)
  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Superior Room

Superior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 47 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Family Suite

Family Suite

  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single 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
  • ‪Boots & Jandals Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Quailburn Farm Store - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel

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.

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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 28 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel on 1 Apr 2026 start from NZ$230, 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.

Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 370 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 370 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 370 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 370 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 370 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big spacious room with balcony and views. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in staff were friendly. Our room was large and comfortable. The property and rooms are a little dated but it suited us for a night before and after our cycle trip. Location is great, an easy walk to cafes, supermarket and the pub. An option to use the guest laundry if needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in staff were friendly. Our room was large and comfortable. The property and rooms are a little dated but it suited us for a night before and after our cycle trip. Location is great, an easy walk to cafes, supermarket and the pub. An option to use the guest laundry if needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the better hotels we stayed in. Shame the fire alarm went off twice- disturbed my dinner and sleep. Staff were lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Roanna

Travelled with partner
Too pricey for the condition of the property. The reception lady was not friendly. We asked if there was an upstairs option and all she just said “no already full” - it could have been a language barrier or just lack of customer service training as she also wasn’t smiling at all. We also found a cleaning spray bottle on the dining chair - looks like who ever was cleaning forgot to remove it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ricky

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe and good location for where we wanted to explore the area around Cook mountain. A very small town. Room are large with usable balcony. Overall, a very good place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Very large motel, clean, quiet with lots of parking. We had no 155 which is a very large room. The only thing I did not like was the shower - no pressure - only a dribble.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice heritage style motel large grounds excellently manicured nice view of the mountains
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely bed and the room is a reasonable size, however the motel is bit dated. Reasonable value for money
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Wonderful stay, staff were so accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Disliked: Room comfort

Old and Outdated, Overpriced Average Breakfast

The units have heating problems in the winter. There is a heater but with no insulation and old windows, the cold air whips in and the heater can not keep up. Toilet seats are frigid even though their is another heater in the bathroom! Beds are extremely uncomfortable, mattresses need replacing. Breakfast was average, hot food was cold. Certainly not worth what they are charging for breakfast! Overall, the hotel is old and outdated, can not keep heat in the winter. Even though the price was on the cheaper side (not for breakfast though), I would not book this hotel again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Adam, Chicago

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Des

Spacious room, helpful staff, no electric blankets but room heater warmed up room nicely so didn’t require electric blanket. Cosy overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Omarama
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mario

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
For a Superior room booking it wasn't worth the room rate. Only two towels for three persons. Likewise, only two chairs despite the booking made for three. No cutlery. Carpet was dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ange

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rammohan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location with what all the amenities a couple wants during their leisure
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Adelle

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

PETER

Liked: Cleanliness

Stuck in the 70’s

The name sounds nice, and it is the only Hotel around of this size in that area, but man is it stuck in the 1970’s! You think they would’ve refurbished it by now and got in to the 2000’s lol. Reception was closed when we got there and had to go to bar to check-in, but had to wait for 3 people to be served drinks 1st.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025