Hawea Hotel, Eatery & Bar has been a local fixture at the entrance to the Lake Hāwea township since 1925, offering outstanding lake views, plenty of space and a warm welcome. It's set up for everything from a work function or family dinner to a quiet drink after work.
The lakeside eatery serves lunch and dinner with a menu that changes seasonally, and even more frequently than that, built around Central Otago meats and produce from the wider Hāwea region. The wine list is meticulously curated and showcases the best of Central Otago alongside handpicked favourites from around New Zealand and the globe.
Beyond food and drink, the hotel offers space for guests to play - pool in the bar, big screens for sport, and a garden where kids can run around on a sunny afternoon. Three styles of accommodation are available on site, and the venue hosts functions, weddings, and a weekly quiz night.
At the entrance to the Lake Hāwea township, Hawea Hotel, Eatery & Bar has been the local since 1925, offering outstanding views, plenty of space and a warm welcome to everyone who walks in. Whether it's a function, a family dinner, or a quiet drink after work, the hotel is built to suit whatever the occasion.
The lakeside eatery is open for lunch and dinner, with a menu that changes seasonally - and often more frequently than that. The kitchen is passionate about locally grown and farmed products, serving Central Otago meats and produce from the wider Hāwea region. Alongside the food, the wine list is meticulously curated and completely unique, showcasing the best Central Otago has to offer as well as handpicked favourites from around New Zealand and the globe.
Beyond the restaurant, Hawea Hotel offers plenty of space to unwind - a garden where kids can run around on a sunny afternoon, a pool table in the bar, and big screens for catching some of the best sport around. The hotel is open to collaborating on clubs, events, gigs or parties, and hosts a regular Wednesday quiz night at 6pm, with challenging trivia and prizes worth the effort - booking a table is recommended to guarantee a spot.
Located on the edge of Lake Hawea, the hotel also offers three styles of accommodation for guests wanting to stay on site. It hosts functions and weddings too, giving groups and couples a lakeside venue for their event.
The eatery is open from 12pm to 9pm, Monday to Sunday, at 1 Capell Avenue, Lake Hawea. The hotel can be reached by phone or email for reservations, with a separate contact for functions enquiries. Takeaway ordering is currently unavailable online.