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Ahuriri Motels

2.5 star property
Motel in Omarama with free parking

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Meandering river flows gently through a serene landscape surrounded by mountains and lush vegetation.
Enjoy cooking and dining in this well-equipped kitchenette with a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, sink, and dining area.
Set amidst a serene winter landscape, this property offers a peaceful retreat.
Residential building with connected units and large windows, set amidst well-maintained lawns and shrubs.
Guests can enjoy a scenic view of the surrounding mountains from this two-story building with a flat roof.

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug

Explore the area

Map
State Highway 83, Omarama, 9448
  • Clay Cliffs
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Hot Tubs Omarama
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Ladybird Hill Vineyard
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

3 Bedroom Unit

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Studio

Basic Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 Bedroom Unit

2 Bedroom Unit

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

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1 Bedroom Unit

1 Bedroom Unit

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Omarama

At Ahuriri Motels you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Totara Peak Gallery and Clay Cliffs. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Other amenities include laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Omarama motel include Hot Tubs Omarama and Wrinkly Rams.
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What's nearby

  • Totara Peak Gallery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Clay Cliffs - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Wrinkly Rams - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hot Tubs Omarama - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ladybird Hill Vineyard - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wrinkly Rams - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Merino Country Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Boots & Jandals Hotel Omarama - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Four Seasons Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ladybird Hill - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Ahuriri Motels

Motel in Omarama with free parking
Ahuriri Motels offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Omarama motel is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Ahuriri Motels offers 14 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Kitchenettes offer fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Omarama motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Ahuriri Motels?

Ahuriri Motels offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Ahuriri Motels?

As of 30 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ahuriri Motels on 31 Jul 2025 start from NZ$134.30, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Ahuriri Motels?

Yep, Ahuriri Motels has a free self car park.

Does Ahuriri Motels serve breakfast?

Yeah, brekkie is available daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ahuriri Motels?

No, Ahuriri Motels does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ahuriri Motels?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ahuriri Motels?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Ahuriri Motels Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 253 out of 470 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 169 out of 470 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 470 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 470 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 470 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alistair

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The unit is basic, but well equipped with heaters, and good cooking equipment. Well insulated and warm. Omarama is stunning in winter
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Vish

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Zenko

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stopped for one night and the motel was exactly what we needed. Clean, peaceful location and onsite free parking right in front of the room which was convenient. Funny smell in the room coming from the cupboards in the kitchenette, couldn't put our finger on it as they weren't dirty (likely just old/musty).
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Stephan, Ridgeville

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property was clean but beds were not comfortable and the rooms were very small and outdated. For a short stay while travelling through it was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
This property was clean, but very dated. The cabinet in the bathroom looked like it had water damage. The bathroom only had a shaver outlet, but there was a full size mirror in the main room- problem was I couldn't get ready in the morning until my husband woke up! The bed was hard and I had a terrible time sleeping. We rented a basic studio, so maybe the other rooms were better, but I would not stay here again. Like all other motels in NZ, the windows didn't have screens, and I was killing moths and sand flys for quite a while once it got dark, even though we closed the windows immediately upon arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Claudine

Liked: Cleanliness
good location. Old buildings. toilet floor looks and feels like it can succumb any minute
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David, St. Albert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, nice room. Staff were kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay, clean and neat room with plenty of space. Only negative was there was confusion over how late check-in was open. I received an email that said 8.30pm but when I called to say I'd arrive at 8.25pm they said they close at 8.00pm and made it sound like they were doing me a favour by staying open.

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bedroom to small for size of bed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I arrived after the office had closed. A phone call prior made the arrangements very easy. This was an excellent property and I would come here again in a moment!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was very spacious and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfy small unit
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet place in the middle of nowhere. Great stop if you wanted outdoor activities away from the crowds. Jennifer was very nice and helpful. My wife left her watch and they had it wrapped and ready when we returned.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andree

Room was clean and tidy although outside of building was a bit tired.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was pleasantly surprised by how cute and quaint the Ahuriri Motels in Omarama were. Checking in late at night was easy since we sent an email beforehand letting them know we would be arriving late. The staff provided clear instructions for how to find our unit. The stay was comfortable, quiet, and spacious. The bathroom was nice, and although the motel wasn't super luxurious, it was well-kept and clean. We really enjoyed our one-night stay during our road trip and appreciated the relaxing break it provided. Wish we could have stayed longer!

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ex workers accommodation so good for either a short or longer stay. Would happily stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean & comfortable & friendly staff in a convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff were very friendly, welcoming and accomodating. I am aware that this is a rural setting. However, a little warning about insects entering bathrooms etc would have been very welcome and would have taken precautions. Being a non air-conditioned motel the windows have to remain open especially on a hot day such as the day we were there. Otherwise all was good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice motels clean and tidy. Staff helpful would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely property. Very quiet. Had all the amenities we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best motel we've stayed in except for the hot water supply. There are signs about it but that is no excuse. The shower is pathetic.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Rodney

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice unit with plenty of space for 2 people. Weird hot water system, could work out the bathroom and the shower was fine but couldnt work it out in the kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025