The Camp
Aotearoa, land of the great outdoors, is unsurprisingly a land of a long list of incredibly scenic sites to spend a night, too.
Alice Herald
Couture is a word most often associated with high-end fashion, but down Wānaka’s sleek laneway, The Precinct, you will find a window displaying Alice Herald’s...
The Secret Sauna
Picture this: an off-grid, wood-fired sauna sits peacefully on the shore of a glacial lake, smoke softly puffing out of the chimney while through the generous window, a...
General Service
Tucked down an alleyway in the heart of Wānaka is a place where the inhabitants look forward to coming to work each day.
Curbside Coffee & Bagels
If the timber letters spelling out ‘Coffee & Bagels’ overhead aren’t an obvious enough announcement of your arrival at Curbside then the aroma of freshly ground coffee and the sounds of a busy barista working the machine will certainly grab your attention.
Paloma
Creators of authentic Mexican fare, Paloma has a simple (but by no means easy) mission: to make the best possible tacos in Wānaka using New Zealand ingredients.
Hāwea Hotel
How do you like the idea of enjoying your morning coffee from a private balcony, with uninterrupted views of mountains encircling one of the country’s largest lakes?
hello RANGER
Just like any good park ranger, hello RANGER is the heart of its community, there to take care of adventurous people before and after their journeys.
Pembroke Wines & Spirits
Pembroke Wines & Spirits is a boutique bottle shop that delivers more than you thought you ever needed.
Freshlink Grocer
This whole-food store and knowledge hub has a genuinely wholesome focus on slow food, championing minimal to zero processing and local growers and producers.
arc
Owners of Wānaka restaurant arc, James Stapley and Sam Cooper know a thing or two about what makes a good eatery.
The Next Chapter
Located out front of Paradiso Cinema, in a purpose-built, architecturally designed, scaled-up kiosk, The Next Chapter provides readers with an intimate escape from the...
The Precinct
A stylish, shared complex in Wānaka with a range of alluring retail and hospitality stores.
Inside Tattoo
Far from your average tattoo parlour, Inside Tattoo is a place to marvel at the artwork, ask questions and have your curiosity sparked.
Revology Concept Store
French composite and materials specialist, Alex, and New Zealand human rights lawyer, Monique, are the heart and soul behind Wānaka’s concept store and tea house centred around conscious living.
Scroggin
With a Scandinavian-inspired fit-out to match the mountains and adventures to be had in Wānaka, you'll quickly understand why this coffee and eatery’s tagline is ‘Gather, feast, stay for a while.’
Ground Up
A brewery and taproom in one, this local favourite continues to grow and impress.
b.social
The b.social taproom and eatery is a great spot for eating and drinking that is worthy of a visit (or many), whether you’re just in town for the weekend or call this beautiful region home year-round.
Hāwea Store & Kitchen
A community hub that combines a grocer, café, restaurant and bar overlooking the lake.
The Old School House
Over a century old, The Old School House is doing far better than most of its age.
Urban Grind
An all-day neighbourhood eatery that's been providing locals with delicious fare since 2011.
FuDog
While their techniques are worthy of fine dining, this restaurant likes to keep dinnertime fuss-free and fun.
Wilson & Dorset
We love to sit down. But it wasn’t until we plonked ourselves on a Wilson & Dorset Shaggy Bean Bag and lounged on their sheepskin rugs that we realised just how good putting one’s feet up could be. What a revelation.
Hook Wānaka - Lake to Plate
Fast becoming ‘the thing to do in Wānaka’, Hook provides a unique lake-to-plate experience of catching your own Chinook salmon from spring-fed waters.
Untouched World
In true Untouched World style, the Wānaka branch of the fashion brand with a non-negotiable stance on sustainability and ethics is nothing short of spectacular.
Dripping Bowl
Well known for acai bowls, smoothies, divine soups and a niche coffee menu, Dripping Bowl has nutrition and sustainability at its heart.
Pembroke Pâtisserie
Pembroke Pâtisserie offers hot pastries for your picnic, sweet pastries galore, or for those who like the finer things in life there are artistically prepared macarons and tiny tarts.
Perriam
Perriam is a brand designed by long-time local Christina Perriam and is the perfect combination of high country stations and beautiful fashion.
The Green Room
A smart, fresh and colourful botanical store, The Green Room is the place to come for beautiful plants or a big bouquet for someone special.
Bistro Gentil
A fine-dining restaurant boasting a love affair with French cuisine, Bistro Gentil serves excellent meals in a beautiful, sultry interior.
The Coffee Shack
Proof that good things come in small packages, The Coffee Shack serves up some of the best coffee in town from its pocket-sized converted garage interior.
Kai Whaka Pai
An absolute town institution, this place is humming with people Monday to Sunday, winter through to summer.
Rubys Cinema and Bar
Appreciative of the time when going to the pictures was a real experience, Rubys plays arthouse films as well as the latest blockbusters in its cosy and plush interior.
Gallery Thirty Three
Whether it be painting, sculpture, ceramics or jewellery, this gallery isn’t fussy when it comes to medium.
Rhyme x Reason
A brewery slash tasting room and bar, visit this sunny spot for a pint or fill up a rigger for takeaway.
Red Star Burgers
A Wānaka institution, Red Star has been filling hungry bellies with burgers since 2004.
Kika
Dark and elegant, Kika is an award-winning restaurant tucked away from Wānaka's main street.
Fedeli
A deli with a difference, Fedeli speaks volumes about creating an aesthetically pleasing space that offers up salads, pastries and coffee done well.
Federal Diner
Hidden down an alleyway, Federal is a Wānaka best-kept secret and a favourite with the locals thanks to its great food, speciality coffee and relaxed atmosphere.
The Workroom
Aesthetic is what The Workroom does best, so it’s not surprising walking in here is a pleasure in itself.
Cork Bar
The place to go for evening drinks, Cork has an impressive array of wines, beers, fine spirits and cocktails. Served by bartenders who truly do know their stuff, it’s likely you’ll develop an infatuation with this bar very quickly.
Burrito Craft
Easygoing vibes make this permanent food truck a non-pretentious spot to park up and enjoy some food, al fresco style.
Big Fig
Operating by the motto ‘slow food served fast’, Big Fig dishes up meals with a Middle Eastern twist.
Black Peak Gelato
With the cheery motto ‘handcrafted happiness,’ Black Peak makes sure gelato treats are nothing short of exceptional.
Cardrona Hotel
Rumoured to be the most photographed building in the country, Cardrona Hotel was built in 1863 first and foremost as a place to stay for hardworking gold miners.
47 Frocks
Wānaka is no sleepy town when it comes to being on trend with the latest fashion. Thanks to the friendly team at 47 Frocks, you can wander the lakeside dressed to impress with the latest styles and accessories from NZ designers.
Cardrona Distillery
Stop by for a tour and tasting session at Cardrona Distillery and set your eyes on the magnificent copper stills responsible for turning grain into spirits.