About Us

Situated just 3 kilometers from New Zealand’s 4th largest lake, this relaxing hotel is surrounded by beautiful nature and is a great starting point for outdoor activities.

With Lake Wanaka only a short drive away, Oakridge Resort Wanaka enjoys a convenient location for outdoor activities, including bushwalking, mountain climbing, and golf. Of course, there are also kayaking, jet-skiing, and windsurfing facilities nearby. In winter, the snow covered slopes of Treble Cone and Cardrona awaits you.

Among the fine facilities of Oakridge Resort Wanaka are heated pools with poolside bar and a day spa. The hotel also comes with an excellent restaurant serving creative New Zealand cuisine prepared with the best local ingredients.

Oakridge Resort offers a total of 173 rooms and is happy to be your choice for Wanaka accommodation.

Oakridge Resort is certified by Qualmark, whose Sustainable Tourism Business (STB) Criteria are Recognised by the GSTC for being equivalent to the GSTC Industry Criteria

Environmental Sustainability

Williams Hotels is committed to responsible environmental stewardship across all areas of our operations. We recognise that long term business success depends on how well we care for our people, our guests, our natural surroundings, and the communities we operate within.

Beyond meeting all statutory requirements relating to environmental, public and occupational health and safety, hygiene and employment legislation, we actively pursue continual improvement in our environmental performance. Sustainability is embedded into daily decision making, long term planning, capital investment, and guest engagement.

Our Sustainability Strategy is structured around four pillars.

1. Our People

Our team is central to delivering meaningful sustainability outcomes.

We are committed to:

  • Providing a safe and healthy workplace

  • Supporting wellbeing, work life balance, and professional development

  • Fostering a respectful, inclusive culture that values diversity

  • Engaging staff in sustainability conversations and initiatives

Sustainability is not a top down directive. Staff are encouraged to contribute ideas, identify improvements, and participate in environmental initiatives. Education and awareness are ongoing, ensuring our people understand both the impact of their actions and the positive change they can influence.

2. Our Clients

We aim to exceed guest expectations while operating responsibly.

Our focus is to deliver exceptional service in modern, clean, comfortable surroundings, while making sustainability visible but unobtrusive. Guests are invited to participate in environmentally responsible behaviours through clear communication, gentle prompts, and practical options that make sustainable choices easy.

Examples include:

  • Energy and water saving initiatives within rooms

  • Recycling and waste separation options

  • Information that explains our environmental commitments

  • Encouraging mindful energy use during their stay

We believe that hospitality and sustainability go hand in hand, and that guests increasingly value businesses that act with integrity and transparency.

3. Our Environment

We are committed to understanding, measuring, and reducing our environmental footprint while maintaining a high quality guest experience.

Key actions include:

Measurement and monitoring

  • Implementing tools to better track environmental performance

  • Reviewing energy use patterns and identifying improvement areas

  • Monitoring progress against internal sustainability objectives

Energy efficiency

  • Reviewing electricity plans to minimise peak usage

  • Installing timers and improving system efficiencies where appropriate

  • Upgrading infrastructure such as glazing and heating systems to reduce consumption

  • Educating staff on responsible energy use

Responsible procurement

  • Working with suppliers to understand the environmental credentials of consumables

  • Replacing products where environmental standards are not acceptable

  • Considering sustainability impacts when making purchasing decisions

Waste reduction

  • Implementing recycling programs across sites

  • Reviewing waste streams to identify reduction opportunities

  • Encouraging staff and guests to minimise unnecessary waste

We also seek to collaborate with industry partners and supply chain stakeholders to strengthen collective sustainability outcomes.

4. Our Community

We recognise that our operations impact the environmental, social, and economic wellbeing of the communities we operate within.

We aim to:

  • Act as a responsible corporate citizen

  • Support local initiatives and regenerative efforts where possible

  • Encourage staff participation in community activities

  • Maintain open, positive relationships with industry peers and local organisations

Our approach acknowledges that environmental stewardship extends beyond property boundaries. We strive to operate in a way that contributes positively to the long term vitality of our local environment and community.

Our Ongoing Commitment

Sustainability is a continuous journey. We review our practices regularly, measure outcomes where possible, and look for opportunities to improve.

By embedding sustainability into our culture, operations, and guest experience, Williams Hotels seeks to create a balanced model of hospitality that protects the environment, supports people, and strengthens the communities in which we operate.