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Otematata's Best Dam Pub

Property class: 3

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A motel with a sign reading "Motel" and "General Store" in front.
A crowded indoor space with tables and chairs arranged for dining.
A building with a sign for Otematata Eatery, Bar & Lodging, featuring a bar, bottle store, accommodation, and meals.
A single-story building with a flat roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and various shrubs. There are picnic tables in the foreground.
A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, and a door leading to another room.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct

Explore the area

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Otematata Lakes Hotel, 2736 Otematata-Kurow Road, Otematata, 9412
  • Place, Lake Benmore
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Benmore Dam
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Benmore
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Twin Room with Shower

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Triple Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, and a door leading to another room.

Standard Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Otematata

At Otematata's Best Dam Pub, you'll be 6.2 km (3.9 mi) from Benmore Dam and 7.6 km (4.7 mi) from Lake Benmore. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The family restaurant, Eatery Bar and Lodging, serves Modern European cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an area shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Otematata hotel include Lake Benmore and Totara Peak Gallery.

What's nearby

  • Lake Benmore - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Benmore Dam - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Lake Benmore - 15 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Clay Cliffs - 24 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Hot Tubs Omarama - 24 min drive - 29.1 km

Getting around

  • Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Hydro - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Otematata Country Inn - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪West Road Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Otematata's Best Dam Pub

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Otematata's Best Dam Pub also features a garden and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Otematata hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Otematata's Best Dam Pub offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Eatery Bar and Lodging

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [the bar]
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

Eatery Bar Lodging
Otematata Eatery Bar Lodging Lodge
Eatery Bar Lodging Lodge
Otematata Eatery Bar Lodging
Otematata Eatery Bar Lodging
Otematata's Best Dam Pub Hotel
Otematata's Best Dam Pub Otematata
Otematata's Best Dam Pub Hotel Otematata

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Otematata's Best Dam Pub?

Otematata's Best Dam Pub offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Otematata's Best Dam Pub?

As of 27 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Otematata's Best Dam Pub on 29 Oct 2026 start from NZ$140, 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 Otematata's Best Dam Pub?

Yep, Otematata's Best Dam Pub has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Otematata's Best Dam Pub?

No, Otematata's Best Dam Pub does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Otematata's Best Dam Pub?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Modern European cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Otematata's Best Dam Pub?

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

Are pets allowed at Otematata's Best Dam Pub?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Otematata's Best Dam Pub?

There is a golf course next to Otematata's Best Dam Pub.

Otematata's Best Dam Pub Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 60 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place my room was clean, comfy and exceeded my expectations for the price. Lovely staff, good food, and good location I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money. Will definitely stay again. Heater was on so our room was cosy and warm when we arrived.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for the money - clean and tidy room with comfy beds and more importantly electric blankets! Great shower pressure, restaurant on site providing good pub meals and the owners are super lovely. Definitely recommend as a great stopping point.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were incredibly accommodating, they went above and beyond to help.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy and friendly, good food, good beers
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very neat and clean ! Comfy bed and good shower ! Amazing price . Awesome vintage hotel. The food very good at the pub .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was a bit dated the food was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top people, service was great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was pleasantly surprised by how good this hotel is, although is not a new property it's well kept and clean, the meals in the restaurant are great! My wife had the fish of the day (Gurnard) and I had the aged steak both meals excided our expectations for flavour and freshness. I will highly recommend this place to anyone
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff, clean and comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and cosy, and we even had our own bathroom. The place was surprisingly quiet despite being next to a bar. The food was good, and the staff were extremely friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

The room was good BUT being Winter the actual pub was so cold. Not even the fire was warming .... Would have stayed longer in there but was jyst so cold.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Accommodation noisy. room a bit dated,the bar was o.k. food was very good but very expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and food. Funny layout in our room - had to move the couch to watch TV. The worst thing on a stinking hot day was the warm beer in the bar! Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay for a weekend of fishing around the Aviemore area. Prices are reasonable the pub food is good and they have cold Speights on tap, what more could you possible ask for
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Staff made a good effect to see that we had an enjoyable time
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There wasn’t any isolation between the rooms. So, no privacy. The rooms are rundown, except the bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We loved the fact there was a great restaurant on site with our accommodation. The added bonus was a Saturday night quiz that we were encouraged to participate in. Our room was a standard queen, it is dated and requires some refurbishment but the bathroom has had a very nice overhaul. Walls are thin, take earplugs if you have an early morning departure.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was dirty
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Staff & service
We had an emergency and had to leave just after booking, with no facilities used. We had 3 rooms $307.80.which included Two single rooms at full price. Beer was over $10 per pint and child running everywhere. So a very expensive stay for nothing. Not offered any discount on leaving.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well good points. Room was warm, the food was nice. The barman was nice and helpful he even came to room to see if he could get TV working. Bad points. The TV and radio didn't work, the beds were uncomfortable, The handbasin was cracked/broken. The room was very outdated. Worst of all was the bedspread on one of the beds had huge stains on it. Would return to the Eatery/Bar. However would not stay at their accomodation again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
The staff, the bar and the food were all great. Room 11 needs to be completely done up. And if you continue to use room 11 get it cleaned properly. I would stay there again but not in room 11.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room could do with a bit of TLC Check in service was great. I’d definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Liked the Staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021