Experience world-class service at Blanket Bay

Located on the beautiful shores of Lake Wakatipu, Blanket Bay offers guests a relaxing hot tub and rooms with lovely lake views. Breakfast, dinner and Wi-Fi are included. Start your day with a delicious breakfast including bacon, eggs, muesli, cereals and freshly-made muffins. Changing daily, the tempting dinner menu can include roasted beef fillet and Thai carrot and coconut soup. Pre-dinner drinks are also included and range from fine New Zealand wines and spirits. Free bikes and kayaks are available for those seeking an adventure. In the evening, you can enjoy a game of billiards with friends or relax beside the warming fireplace. The front desk can arrange mountain bike tours, jet boating and Milford Sound tours. Blanket Bay Glenorchy is 3 minutes’ drive from the town centre. Queenstown is 35 minutes’ drive away and Wanaka is 90 minutes’ drive. All air-conditioned accommodation features an iPod dock, a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. Each has a private bathroom with a double vanity, a bathtub, slippers, and fluffy bathrobes. The suites boast a cosy fireplace.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.3
Location
10
Free WiFi
10
High score for Glenorchy
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Probably one of the most special places in New Zealand
  • Sykes
    Australia Australia
    The experience and the level of excellence of staff and service
  • Terri-leigh
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Beautiful surroundings, attentive staff, outstanding view of the mountains and lake Wakatipu. It’s a short 3 minute drive to Glenorchy town. You could walk but it is along a highway. If you get a chance, drive the extra 30 minutes to paradise and...

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

Facilities of Blanket Bay
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fitness centre
  • Beachfront
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
  • Darts
  • Billiards
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Lockers
    • Concierge service
    • Luggage storage
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Business centre
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Wake-up service
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Heating
    • Soundproofing
    • Packed lunches
    • Lift
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    • Room service
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Seasonal
    • Pool with view
    • Heated pool
    • Shallow end
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Pool cover
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Wellness
    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Steam room
    • Spa facilities
    • Body wrap
    • Body scrub
    • Body treatments
    • Facial treatments
    • Beauty Services
    • Sun umbrellas
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa and wellness centre
      Additional charge
    • Fitness centre
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Spanish
    • French

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Blanket Bay takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 21:00

    Check-out

    From 07:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 10 years are welcome.

    Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 10 and older are allowed)

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Mastercard Visa Eftpos Diners Club American Express Cash Blanket Bay accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    A 2.5% surcharge will be applied to all credit card transactions at Blanket Bay. If you prefer to prepay your accommodation costs by bank transfer please do let us know and we will provide you with these details.

    Please inform Blanket Bay in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    FAQs about Blanket Bay

    • Blanket Bay has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant

    • Blanket Bay is 1.3 miles from the centre of Glenorchy. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Blanket Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Blanket Bay include:

      • Twin/Double
      • Suite
      • Bungalow

    • Blanket Bay offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Spa and wellness centre
      • Fitness centre
      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Billiards
      • Games room
      • Bowling
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Darts
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Beachfront
      • Body scrub
      • Beach
      • Horse riding
      • Walking tours
      • Spa/wellness packages
      • Swimming Pool
      • Facial treatments
      • Bike tours
      • Spa facilities
      • Bicycle rental
      • Beauty Services
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Yoga classes
      • Body treatments
      • Body wrap
      • Fitness
      • Steam room

    • Check-in at Blanket Bay is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Blanket Bay on this page.

    • The prices at Blanket Bay may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Yes, Blanket Bay is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.