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The Cardrona Hotel serves up a modern take on traditional pub fare. Fresh, fast and filling you'll find all your traditional favourites created from locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Our wine list features top quality local drops from some of the region's best wineries, along with a great selection of both tap and bottled beers, ciders and a full range of spirits. In winter the apres ski is legendary, while the sunny beer garden is the perfect summertime spot for a long lunch.
PRICE RANGE
£6 - £17
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks
CUISINES
Bar, Pub, New Zealand, Gastropub
FEATURES
Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Playgrounds
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Reviewed 2 days ago

Stayed at the Cardrona Hotel in August 2023 for a ski holiday at Cardrona Ski Fields. never got to the fields as we had dinner at In restaurant Sunday night had the “Pasta Ragu about three hours later after eating it got the worst case...of food poisoning ever . Management showed no concern or empathy, had to visit doctors twice Ist itime early Monday morning and again Friday as still sick. Never visit or say at this place again.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 6 days ago

Read about this historic hotel many times, however this was our first opportunity to stop in and it didn't disappoint. Had very generous pours of local wines and tried to share the huge plate of wedges but couldn't - too big. Atmosphere was magic and...the sense of history made it a very special visit.More

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 1 week ago

I was pretty amazed by the obvious popularity of this place and it was still pumping well after the normal lunch hours. Given the size of the venue and how packed it was, I was a little afraid it would take ages to obtain our...meals and wondering about the standard of food too. I need not have worried as the meals came quickly and were great. This old country pub has a great vibe and well worth the travel time.More

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

We throughly enjoyed our weekend at the Hotel. Room was warm, cosy and clean with a door to a very amazing beer garden...loved the garden flowers. Both Dinner and Breakfast was nice 😋 We will be back and have already recommended to family and friends.

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

A slice of paradise & the perfect stop to relax before heading back home. So peaceful, beautiful, quiet and wonderful service. Reception was excellent, room was simple and comfortable with keeping to the era of the hotel with fresh modern touches.

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

We really enjoyed the history of this place and evening was decorated to maintain the history. Service was excellent and food lovely.

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago

I cannot recommend the Cardrona Hotel more as part of a trip to NZ. The service is excellent, the rooms are beautiful and cosy and the food is great. We had a lovely evening sitting in the garden. The views are also stunning.

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago

We booked the restaurant for dinner on 19th February well in advance prior to coming over from Sydney Australia. The Hotel was full of holyday makers staying overnight and most enjoying the drinks and bar menu. We had a table for 2 and were served...by Lee chef and waiter who made some good suggestions to help us choose. We had the lamb rump and gnochi pasta with a leafy green salad along with a nice glass of shiraz. When the meals arrived, served by Lee he apolagised for the delay but it was not too long a wait. He returned a little later to check on us and if we were happy with the meals which were delicious. I must say that Lee ( I assume one of the chefs and also waiter) was very attentive and a great asset to the Cadrona Hotel and its reputation for great food and service.More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 13 February 2024 via mobile

Such a fabulous destination, it took us by surprise! Staff, atmosphere, charm, character, all under one roof. Amazing courtyard, so relaxing! A huge shout out to the chef! The best meal we have had during our South Island vacation.

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 10 February 2024

Stopped on our way from Wanaka to Queenstown, unaware that the original building is considered one of the most picturesque in NZ. It looks small from the front but has a lovely garden with outdoor tables in the back and interesting and unusual food. Try...the Bao Buns!More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 7 February 2024

My Husband and myself were told that it was a must do if you are a kiwi! So we managed to get a booking for the night, (that was quite a challenge), as they are very popular, but it certainly came up to what we...were expecting. We love staying at places that have history attached! The meal at night was amazing, my husband had the blue cod and found it to be out of this world, I had the risotto dish, which too was out of this world, so many flavors all in one dish!! Superb. Can't rave enough about our one night stay there, staff were brilliant, busy, run off their feet, but all smiling and very happy in their work. Accommodation was also great, rooms done to the era of the time. Have already told so many people what a great place to go, if only for the ambience. Have given it 5 out of 5, 10 out of 10 if possible.More

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 5 February 2024

Stayed in hotel. Mainly went for drinks. Great selection of drinks, friendly staff, lovely garden setting and good variety on the food menu.

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 4 February 2024

We throughly enjoyed our stay at the hotel. The room was very nice and with a door to the garden. Staff was very service oriented and both dinner and breakfast great. All in all a super place to spend some time.

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed 21 January 2024 via mobile

Our stay was everything I imagined it would be. After our sumptuous dinner we relaxed in the beer garden with a wine. I kept saying pinch me, I couldn't believe the setting. Our room with its little garden was behind where we were sitting. The...staff coldn't have been more friendly and helpful. Absolutely brilliant. Have no hesitation in recommending this placeMore

Date of visit: January 2024
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Cade Thornton, Owner at Cardrona Hotel, responded to this reviewResponded 21 January 2024

We are thrilled you had such an amazing stay with us and love our hotel as much as we do! We're looking forward to welcoming you again in the future. All the best, CH.

Reviewed 19 January 2024

We had dinner and breakfast here - both were amazing. Best steak I’ve had in a very long time. We staying the night and it was charming, extremely comfortable and couldn’t fault it. I thought it was going to be a bit of a ‘tourist...trap’ to be honest but it wasn’t that at all - just a friendly old well run pub with a great restaurant and accommodation. Can’t wait to go back again one day.More

Date of visit: December 2023
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Cade Thornton, Owner at Cardrona Hotel, responded to this reviewResponded 21 January 2024

Thanks heaps for your lovely review, we are pleased you enjoyed the atmosphere of our pub and had an amazing time. The steak sure is absolutely delicious! See you again in the future and all the best! CH

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tommomelbourne
22 June 2021|
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Response from CardronaHotel | Property representative |
Hi there, Thank you for your question - we are located 2.2km from the base of Cardrona Ski field (there is a bus from the base to the top of the mountain). To find transport from us to the ski field base it might be a good... More
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Cris S
31 August 2018|
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Response from CardronaHotel | Property representative |
Hi Cris, Yes we do. Please contact us on 03 443 8153 or via email if you wish to purchase. Or you can always pop in and do it in person. Regards, CH.
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21 June 2018|
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Hello, The restaurant is definitely open until 8:30pm in the evening, later if the restaurant is busy. I you feel that you may be late, it would be best to give us a call to let us know you are coming. Kind regards
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Cardrona Hotel is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4.5