Otira Stagecoach Hotel

Hotels
8 (564 reviews)
6435 Otira Highway , Otira , nz

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Packed lunches
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Unique decor
Friendly staff
Interesting experience
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Stuffy rooms
Need for repairs

Categories

Cleanliness
7
Some reviews indicate cleanliness issues and the need for a thorough clean.
Service
9
Staff were friendly and welcoming.
Location
8
Great location close to Arthurs Pass for activities.
Room Quality
7.5
Rooms could use a freshen up and were described as stuffy.
Amenities
8.5
Unique amenities like a massage chair and sauna enhanced the experience.
Value for Money
8
Decent value for the unique and quirky experience offered.
Food and Beverage
8
Coffee/tea and cereal bar provided positive feedback.
Overall Experience
8
Quirky and unique experience that many guests appreciated.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 01:12

Property Description

Step back in time at Otira Stagecoach Hotel. Built in 1865 and restored in 1902, this historic gem in Arthur's Pass National Park offers a unique experience with antiques and stagecoaches.

Antique-Filled Rooms with Mountain Views. Each room features restored furniture, high beds, radios, and tall windows. Guests can enjoy stunning views of snow-capped mountains right from their windows.

Cozy Bar, Games, and Restaurant. Unwind at the licensed bar, have fun with games, and savor delicious evening meals at the on-site restaurant.

Experience a blend of history and comfort at Otira Stagecoach Hotel. Book now for a memorable stay.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 564 reviews
Cleanliness: 7
Service: 9
Location: 8
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 8
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Kerrison • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Leonie Mc • couple • au
10
A delightfully quirky hotel in a beautiful location
Pros:

One of the quirkiest and most entertaining accommodation I've ever seen. There's so much to look at in the area around and inside the hotel itself. The rooms were delightful, and the staff were super-accommodating

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Rosemary • family_with_children • nz
6
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Lucas • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Ronald • couple • au
5
2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Jan • couple • nz
8
Pros:

Unique property.Enjoyed our overnight stay in this historic hotel. Great to get breakfast and the massage chair was a bonus.

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Joanna • family_with_children • nz
5
Cons:

Bedding, pillows, towels needed to be hotel quality

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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john • couple • gb
8
2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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avihai • solo_traveller • il
10
Pros:

Great hotel—amazing staff, a clean and well-maintained room, and a beautiful location. The hotel’s restaurant is also really good!

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Shiree • couple • nz
9
Pros:

This places is so cool. If you mimicking it's era this place depicts it all. The place felt very relaxed and comfortable.

Cons:

It could have been cleaner but it wasn't dirty. I think the running of the place just needs more caring and detailed hands.💜

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Jenny • couple • nz
10
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Kathleen • couple • us
7
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • hk
8
2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Jan • couple • nz
8
Pros:

It is a unique accommodation experience, the hosts are exceptional

2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Cameron • family_with_children • nz
9
2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • solo_traveller • gb
8
A great Arthur’s Pass Kiwi experience!
Pros:

Great fun and in a lovely position in the little village of Otira. The inn was very eclectic/quirky but great fun! Bar, pub food, pool table, tv lounge, sauna! What’s not to like!

2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
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Amelia • couple • us
10
Eclectic and interesting! Absolutely worth a visit.
Pros:

We were surprised and delighted by the eclectic nature of the hotel. The host greeted us and gave us some brief histories along the way while showing us to our room. It was a pleasure talking with him! The food was wonderful and they kindly let us fill our water bottles up at the outside tap. We suggested they create a scavenger hunt or two for people to go through as they visit or wait for their food.

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Osmani • solo_traveller • us
10
Very unique and pleasant stay
Pros:

I read the mixed reviews so I was a bit worried but I’m not sure who doesn’t love this place. It was such a unique and beautiful experience. The place is a museum, the room was very comfortable and clean, and the owner was very friendly and sweet. I thoroughly enjoyed our conversations and his patience with me explaining the place and the art/furniture throughout the hotel. I especially enjoyed the fireplace in the lobby, where I could drink my tea and relax after a long day of hiking in the region. For dinner I went to a different place, about 10km south of this place so I can’t comment on the food.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Nigel • couple • gb
10
Pros:

We have stayed before last time in NZ, and as it was on our route this time we just had to stay again - our favourite querky hotel and again it did not disappoint. Tash our host was very helpful and friendly which added to the experience

Cons:

Oddly excellent all round, probably not for everyone but it has to be seen and tried.

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Schmulbricht • couple • de
8
Pros:

Ein mit viel Sammlerherz und Liebe eingerichtetes Museumshotel, was einen in die Zeit um 1920 zurückversetzt.
Trotz diesen Anscheins war am Komfort kein Abstrich.
Es wurden Möglichkeiten geboten, sich zum Frühstück Heißgetränke zu machen, als auch Frühstückscerealien waren vorhanden.

Cons:

Das Hotel liegt neben der Zugstrecke über den Arthur-Pass und da war des nachts mit einigen Zügen ne Menge Unruhe durch die vielen Lokomotiven an jedem Zug.

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee