Payments made by partners impact the order of prices displayed. Room types may vary.
The listings of booking offers for each property take into account the compensation paid to us by our partners. Prices shown may be for varying room types. Prices displayed are the lowest available, corresponding to the least expensive room type available, as provided from our partners as of the time of the user’s search.
#1 of 2 small hotels in Westland Tai Poutini National Park
Location
Rooms
Value
Cleanliness
Service
Sleep Quality
Located in the beautiful Arthurs Pass National Park, the Otira Stagecoach Hotel is a stunning 100 year old building just recently purchased and being lovingly restored to its original glory.
Star ratings are intended to indicate the general level of features, amenities, and services to expect. This property is classified according to Giata.
HOTEL STYLE
Family
Mid-range
Location
6435 Otira Highway State Highway 73, Westland Tai Poutini National Park 7875 New Zealand
Before posting, each Tripadvisor review goes through an automated tracking system, which collects information, answering the following questions: how, what, where and when. If the system detects something that potentially contradicts our community guidelines, the review is not published.
When the system detects a problem, a review may be automatically rejected, sent to the reviewer for validation, or manually reviewed by our team of content specialists, who work 24/7 to maintain the quality of the reviews on our site.
Our team checks each review posted on the site disputed by our community as not meeting our community guidelines.
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. Every inch of the hotel is fascinating. My room was very clean and comfortable. Lester, the owner, cooked me a delicious meal and entertained me with tales. The wifi was strong and the massage chair in the lounge upstairs is worth a night's stay alone. Listening to the occasional train pass by in the distance while enjoying the antique furniture and decor transported me back in time. A unique and memorable experience.
Read more
Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Travelled solo
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
If you are travelling from Christchurch to the Coast don’t stop at Arthur’s Pass for your coffee ( like everyone else does) go the extra distance and stop here. The coffee we had was excellent and the freshly made muffins were superb. But more impressive is what you can see here while you wait...and you may linger longer. Outside is an amazing display of old machinery, cars, drays and intriguing models while inside is a simply amazing collection of “stuff”. There is just too much to list other than to say that you will be intrigued by the quirkiness and amazed at the range of the gear and literature and history that is on display. It is well worth the stop to see something so very different but appealing.
Read more
Date of stay: August 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
We saw this place on our way from Christchurch through to Franz Joseph- looked cool with all of the lord of the rings stuff right?! Stopped on the way back through for a bite- went inside was abit shook by all the stuff inside. Menu was basically fried foods etc - I ordered the loaded wedges and my partner didn’t get to order anything as the lady walked away and did not return to take his order? We thought it was funny and would share so whatever. Wedges turned up and the cheese was like not even melted like still in grated form, the bacon was like next to raw & finally some of the chips were cold. I felt bad leaving over half but like ????? Was super awkward too this local lady I assume was talking about getting her dogs nuts chopped off and hanging them around her dogs neck to anyone that would listen. That plus the crazy niknaks we hightailed it’s outta there as it felt like it was about to turn into a horror movie 😂
Wouldn’t return.
Read more
Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
We had 6 couples booked for 2 nights and a weekend of playing music. We were the last to arrive of our group and even though our booking was made 6 months earlier and confirmed a week before arrival, we were told that he was over booked for the Saturday night and he would have to move us. On questioning on which room we were going to, he said he didn't know yet. He murmured about being in his room and he would sleep in a covered wagon outside. I counted 6 long black hairs in our shower (ensuite bathroom so not shared) and 1 pulled out of a once white but now grey towel. The loo was grubby too. I dont think the bathroom had been cleaned at all between guests. We decided to leave and drove through to Greymouth where we got a great room at the Colerane Motel. Quirky place to stop but stay there at your own risk.
Read more
Date of stay: October 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Amazing place. Fiona and Lester were amazing hosts. Friendly and hospitable. The hotel has been thoughtfully and extensively decorated with period and quirky pieces to enhance a bygone era. This is one of NZ's best kept secrets and we loved our stay there. Comfortable clean warm bedrooms. Nothing is a problem. We will be staying again. If you are travelling from Christchurch to the West Coast, this is a perfect place to stop. This hotel is one of the few left in NZ that reflects our Kiwiana heritage and culture. Couldn't fault it. Thanks again guys, you rock
Read more
Date of stay: June 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Disclaimer: I didn't actually stay in the hotel, so cannot comment on the rooms or the service; but the building! Just full of ephemera/junk/antiques (choose your own noun). From the large model of Gollum on the roof, the old cars and farm machinery (and penny-farthing bicycles) outside, to the stuffed animals, old posters, mannequins (including a monk), jukebox, paintings, mirrors...and a laconic owner who encourages the curious to look around and tells you about his last visit to the UK when he went to Birmingham to buy a hearse! It just overloads the senses!
Read more
Date of stay: March 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
My family enjoyed our stay here. We had the four poster room with bunk beds and ensuite, all of which was clean and comfortable. I slept very well and had a lovely shower in the morning, what more can you ask for? The victorian/edwardian furntiure and fittings made for a unique experience and I enjoyed explaining to my children what all the old antiques displayed around the premises were used for. Lester was a friendly and obliging host, he even posted my son's forgotten headphone cable back to us with no charge. I would definitely recommend a stay here if you are open to something a little different from your average bland motel.
Read more
Date of stay: January 2022
Cleanliness
Service
Sleep Quality
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Secondly, this was nothing like every other place we've stayed.
This experience had us realizing how sterile our hotel visits have been, everywhere is starting to look and feel the same.
This place though, had history and something photo and attention worthy at every turn... No every slight shift of the eye and you'd spot something new. I'm referring to the cafe, the bar, the museum areas and even the rooms upstairs by the way!
The owner Lester is your classic hardworking, honest and knowledgeable Kiwi bloke who knows a lot of the area and genuinely tries to delight his guests.
Last night he stayed back with us and some other guests to explain the contraptions and history of the area. This man is an absolute gem and needs to be protected 😂
I can't recommend it enough, whether you're passing through or trekking in the area, this is a wonderful experience you won't find elsewhere.
Read more
Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
We stopped for a coffee and stayed for nearly an hour. The coffee was the best we had on our 4 day trip and the scones were just freshly made and were still warm. The owner was friendly and then we were fascinated by all the historic photos and historic items in the hotel. It is like a museum.
Read more
Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
The period furnishings in the accomodation area was like stepping back in time. Loved it. Greeted by staff member Sam who was helpful and very pleasant. Meals were tasty and generous. Shared bathrooms were clean and tidy,with only limited guest rooms there was no problems sharing facilities Will stay again,an amazing experience
Read more
Date of stay: February 2024
Value
Location
Service
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:If you are looking for accomodation that is different from flashy city hotels,this place is a...
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
There are more places to choose from in the Westland Tai Poutini National Park area.
PRICE RANGE
$115 - $134 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandSouth IslandWest Coast RegionWestland Tai Poutini National Park
NUMBER OF ROOMS
13
Prices are provided by our partners, and reflect total costs of the stay, including all taxes and fees known to our partners. Please see our partners for more details.
Is This Your Tripadvisor Listing?
Own or manage this property? Claim your listing for free to respond to reviews, update your profile and much more.
