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4.7 out of 5

"The favilities matched the price. Highlights were the stunning views from the building respectful and competant reception staff young woman, and arti ... " More

By a verified traveller on Sat 20 Aug 2022

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Hotel Description

At Õtoromiro Hotel, you'll be 9.8 km (6.1 mi) from Lyttelton Harbour and 10.6 km (6.6 mi) from Christchurch Adventure Park. Highlights at this Colonial inn include free continental breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool, and free self parking.

The restaurant, Ōtoromiro Hotel, is open for lunch and dinner. The inn's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the spa tub, seasonal outdoor swimming pool, and pool loungers. Other amenities include free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities including food and water bowls and an off-leash area.

Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3.5-star Governors Bay inn include Hagley Park and Christchurch Arena.

Classic Room, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
NZ$126* Per night/room 30 Mar. - 31 Mar.

Premium Room, Shared Bathroom (Bayside King)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Classic Room, Shared Bathroom, Partial Sea View

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Panoramic Room, Shared Bathroom, Bay View

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Õtoromiro Hotel ratings based on 39 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.7 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Õtoromiro Hotel

Everyone (19) Couples (18) Family (2)
5 out of 5

Posted by on 24 Jan. 2024

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5 out of 5

Posted by on 3 Jun. 2023

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5 out of 5
The favilities matched the price. Highlights were the stunning views from the building respectful and competant reception staff young woman, and artisan bread, real butter fresh coffee, and home made meusli available at breakfast time.

Posted by on 20 Aug. 2022

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5 out of 5
Everything great and it’s dog friendly :)

Posted by on 9 Jan. 2022

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5 out of 5
Amazing views and location. Super nice staff and wonderful food. Will return!

Posted by on 12 Apr. 2021

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5 out of 5

Posted by on 17 Mar. 2021

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5 out of 5
Great setting and atmosphere whilst staying at Governors bay . Pleasant stay overall

Posted by on 5 Feb. 2021

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5 out of 5
It was lovely, fantastic young ladies that were helpful and pleasant, location was amazing, room was great, view awesome and food divine.

Posted by on 30 Oct. 2020

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5 out of 5
Amazing location and staff, easy check in, great communication, can’t wait to go back again!

Posted by , from Christchurch on 4 Oct. 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

5 Oct. 2020 by Govna

Kia ora Liz, Thank you for staying with us and sharing your experience and of course we would welcome you back any time, Warm regards< Jeremy

5 out of 5

Posted by on 30 Nov. 2019

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Property Features

Õtoromiro Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a spa tub. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, an arcade/game room, and a garden are also featured at Õtoromiro Hotel. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Õtoromiro Hotel was completed in June 2020. This Colonial Christchurch inn is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1870
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Õtoromiro Hotel offers 7 accommodations. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. This Christchurch inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

  • Bathrooms are shared (in-room sink)
  • Sitting area
  • LCD television
  • Shower
  • Heating

Food & Drink

Guests are served free continental breakfast.

Ōtoromiro Hotel - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 10 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 10 AM - 10 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 10 AM - 10 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 10 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 12 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 12 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets: NZD 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Minimum guest age is 12
  • Caters to adults only
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 10 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 10 PM
  • Debit cards
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff do not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available for guests
  • Gloves are available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Pool fee: NZD 10 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: NZD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Governors Bay Hotel
  • Õtoromiro Hotel Inn
  • Governors Bay Hotel
  • Õtoromiro Hotel Christchurch
  • Õtoromiro Hotel Inn Christchurch

You should know

  • The seasonal pool will open May 01 and close May 01.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 12 years old aren't allowed.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National Rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.