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The Garston Hotel has been a long standing hotel in Northern Southland, with an On-site bar and restaurant we are a one stop shop for your accommodation needs
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Highchairs available
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Non-smoking hotel
Self-serve laundry
Wifi
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Wine / champagne
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Fireplace
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Non-smoking rooms
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Family rooms
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8 Garston-Athol Hwy, Garston 9793 New Zealand
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Car recommended
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I have had a few meals here over the years, after some big days fly fishing. The meals are very nice and they also make some really nice gourmet pies. Great atmosphere in the pub - when there are a few people there (sometimes you might be the only people in the pub). Good honest great value food.
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Date of stay: March 2014Trip type: Travelled with friends
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If you want to stay a short distance away from the hustle and bustle of nearby Queenstown then this is the place! This quiet little town boasts an historic hotel that offers comfortable, clean and unique accommodation and a restaurant/cafe with food that melts in your mouth. The venison pies are the best we have ever tasted and we have tasted quite a few! Al, the chef and owner of the hotel is not only a great cook but also a really nice guy. On our way back from Te Anau we called in to buy our lunch again from Al and some takeaway for later as we knew his food was worth the stop!
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Date of stay: January 2012Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Room Tip:Â Ensuite rooms are great.
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While driving towards Te Anau, we stopped here for bite to eat and were pleasantly surprised. The current Garston Hotel, built the late 1930's, has a lot of character. However this hotel has been around since 1876, there are historic photographs of the hotel hung on the walls. There are tables inside and outside where you can eat. The food at Al's Cafe Diner is excellent, you can tell Alan the chef/host loves his job. We enjoyed fresh chicken pie and tea, but the menu also includes seafood and some curry dishes, all reasonably priced. It is a great place to catch a bite for lunch. Beer is also available there. We liked it so much the first time, we stopped there again on the way back. We did not stay at the hotel for night but it looked like it would be a quaint experience.
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Date of stay: November 2012Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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This is a dormitory style place. Booked in a panic because accommodation hard to get in this area. The room is worth $50 dollars anywhere else in NZ. Is a trap and a ripoff. Keep driving and get a better place that isn't ripping people off.
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Great place to stop for lunch between queenstown and te anua, the food is very yummy simple homemade cafe style food and obviously made with skill and passion
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Date of stay: February 2012
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Stopped here a night .. dinner was outstanding w lamb shank falling off the bone ... blue cod delicious and some of the best ... dessert pav and sticky date pud. Alex and his amazing team couldn't do enough for us. Best sleep and clean comfy rooms. This would be a great destination for hens parties or ant celebrations. A hidden gem. Excellent coffee and too many choices of food.
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Date of stay: January 2019Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Went to the Garston pub and was impressed with the warm southland hospitality. Had a meal and a few drinks at the bar which was just what i needed and priced really well. The team at the Garston pub also looked after me like family, being super friendly and helpful. Ill be making my way back very soon!!!
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Date of stay: August 2018Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Great we spot, accommodation was very affordable, was nice and warm and the facilities were great. Staff we met were very helpful and friendly. Also the bar was cheap and very sociable. Definitely would recommend.
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Date of stay: August 2018Trip type: Travelled with friends
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I have to admit to being rather partial to a pie every now and again and lunchtime at the Garston Hotel was the perfect opportunity to partake. Five pies and some chips were consumed and there was a unanimous thumbs up which considering the discerning bunch of children we have shows how good they were. I had a chicken, cranberry and Brie pie which was delicious with pastry to die for. Highly recommended (and a great flat white too)!!!
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Date of stay: January 2018Trip type: Travelled with family
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This is a perfect stopping point on your way south from Queenstown. We stopped in for dinner and had one of the best pub meals I have had in a long time. Great tasting and resonably priced. We will definitely be back again.
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Date of stay: November 2017Trip type: Travelled with family
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PRICE RANGE
$118 - $126 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandSouth IslandSouthland RegionGarston
NUMBER OF ROOMS
14
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Frequently Asked Questions about Garston Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to Garston Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Southern Scenic Route (3.4 km), Craft Keepers (0.1 km), and Hunny Shop (0.09 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Garston Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at Garston Hotel?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is Garston Hotel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.2 km away from the centre of Garston.
Does Garston Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, guests have access to a banquet room and conference facilities during their stay.