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 center. Queenstown is 35 minutes’ drive away and Wanaka is 90 minutes’ drive. All air-conditioned accommodations 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 cozy fireplace.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

Blanket Bay has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Sep 19, 2013

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
1 king bed
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.5
Location
10
Free WiFi
10
High score for Glenorchy
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jeremy
    AustraliaAustralia
    Everything was perfect! The location and staff were unbelievable
  • Crystal
    SingaporeSingapore
    Wonderful team of staff who understands hospitality at its heart, and the best kitchen team I’ve ever encountered in a property. Kudos to Chef Callum for feeding us on both nights, you have spoiled us indeed! Big thank you to Deb and Raphael, for...
  • Julia
    AustraliaAustralia
    Everything - it was truly faultless! the staff were incredibly professional, nothing was too much and they ensured our stay was perfect. thank you!
  • Pete
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    Great food and wine. A big beautiful suite. Attentive service. What more could you ask for.
  • Peter
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    Food at every service was outstanding, as were the staff, absolutely professional and caring without being 'stuffy'.
  • Jim
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    Everything. Even after careful thought my girlfriend and I could not find fault
  • Bodhi
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    The location/amazing views 5 course dinner Lovely hospitality, very welcoming Spacious room and bathroom
  • Mike
    AustraliaAustralia
    There was absolutely nothing to dislike...could not fault one point. This is not a resort...its a complete and holistic experience. we were spirited into another world from the time we arrived to the time we left. So proud as NZers, of such an...
  • Wee
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    Food fantastic, room immaculate, wonderful scenery, excellent service!

Property questions and answers
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The property usually replies within a few days

  • Hi What time is check in & check out please. Cheers Bill

    Good Morning Bill. Thank you for your message. Rooms and Suites can be guaranteed for a 15h00 check-in and we ask that guests vacate their Room / Suite by 11h00 on the day of departure. Please let us know if you have any further questions.
    Answered on 13 April 2021
  • Do you have twin rooms please

    Yes, all rooms and suites here at the Lodge can be configured as twin. Please mention it at the time of booking or leading up to your stay, prior to arrival, where possible and we will be happy to arrange this.
    Answered on 17 January 2022
  • Can we come here to dine without booking a room? Thanks

    Thank you for your enquiry and for thinking of Blanket Bay. Dining at Blanket Bay is reserved for our in-house guests only. We are fully booked through to the end of the year. If your schedule allows we would be happy to discuss the availability 2023
    Answered on 21 November 2022

Area info *

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

Amenities of Blanket Bay
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities
Outdoor swimming pool
Free parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Spa
Facilities for disabled guests
Room service
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • 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
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
  • Darts
  • Pool table
  • Game room
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    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
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Special diet meals (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 available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Lockers
    • Concierge
    • Baggage storage
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment & 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 center
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • Safe
    General
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Wake-up service
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Heating
    • Soundproof
    • Packed lunches
    • Elevator
    • 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
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Spa
    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Steam room
    • Spa facilities
    • Body wrap
    • Body scrub
    • Body treatments
    • Facial treatments
    • Beauty services
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa
      Additional charge
    • Fitness center
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Spanish
    • French

    Sustainability initiatives

    This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

    House rules

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

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 10 are welcome.

    Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction

    No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 10 and up 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

    FAQs about Blanket Bay

    • Guests staying at Blanket Bay can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Halal
      • Gluten-free

    • Check-in at Blanket Bay is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • The nearest beach is 150 feet from Blanket Bay.

    • Blanket Bay has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant

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

    • Blanket Bay is 1.3 miles from the center of Glenorchy.

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

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

      • Spa
      • Fitness center
      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Pool table
      • Game room
      • Bowling
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Darts
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Beachfront
      • Body scrub
      • Beach
      • Horseback 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

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

    • Room options at Blanket Bay include:

      • Twin/Double
      • Suite
      • Bungalow

    • The prices at Blanket Bay may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.