BigSky Motels

Property class: 2
Mountain motel within walking distance of Totara Peak Gallery

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When you stay at BigSky Motels, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Totara Peak Gallery and Clay Cliffs. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests can keep active with onsite rowing/canoeing. Also, this motel is just a 5-minute drive from Hot Tubs Omarama. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and overall property condition.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (9)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Ski storage
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Rowing/canoeing

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Yard
The current price is $154
$177 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18

Room options

View all photos for Queen Studio, Accessible

A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and an air conditioning unit.

Queen Studio, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a painting of a mountain landscape.

Queen Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern bathroom with a white sink, dark tiles, and a handheld hair dryer.

1-Bedroom Apartment

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a sink. There's a small seating area with a black chair and a remote control on a table.

King Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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52 Ahuriri Drive, Omarama, North Otago, 9412

What's nearby

  • Totara Peak Gallery - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Clay Cliffs - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hot Tubs Omarama - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ladybird Hill Vineyard - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lake Ohau - 42 min drive - 41.2 km

Getting around

  • Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wrinkly Rams - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Merino Country Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Oasis Cafe and Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Oasis Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Omararma Hotel - ‬9 min walk

About this property

BigSky Motels

  • When you stay at BigSky Motels, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Totara Peak Gallery and Clay Cliffs. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests can keep active with onsite rowing/canoeing. Also, this motel is just a 5-minute drive from Hot Tubs Omarama. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and overall property condition.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 7 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 AM 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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Private winery tours
  • Bicycle tour information
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Hot springs nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike storage
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2018
  • Terrace
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • Golf clubhouse on site
  • Wine tasting room

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Hand-held showerheads
  • Portable shower seat
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Raised toilet seat height (inches): 18
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • High pile carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch Smart TV
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Netflix

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate sitting area
  • Heated floors

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Dining table

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Mobile key entry
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-in between 8:30 PM and 9:30 PM can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 25.00

Renovations and closures

The property is closed: Christmas Eve.

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 10.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Property class

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does BigSky Motels offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, BigSky Motels does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at BigSky Motels?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at BigSky Motels?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at BigSky Motels?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at BigSky Motels and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like sailing and rowing. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs, ecotours, and hunting.

Does BigSky Motels have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a stovetop, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

Does BigSky Motels have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony and a yard.

What's the area around BigSky Motels like?

BigSky Motels is a short 17-minute walk from Hot Tubs Omarama and 14 minutes' walk from Clay Cliffs.

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Reviews

BigSky Motels Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

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What guests liked

  • Parking was easy and free on premises. (4 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very kind and room was very clean!
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was great, very clean and willing to help in any way
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10/10 Exceptional

The Big Sky Motel was clean, simple and calm under a wide, open sky
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good overall, good sized room that was well kept and had all the amenities. Would stay again next time
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room very presentable excellent friendly staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, newly decorated bathroom, shower with great pressure, well-equipped kitchen area, comfortable bed and very helpful management.
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10/10 Exceptional

The unit was clean, in good condition, and the bed was comfortable. Instant coffee, teabags, sweeteners, and milk were available in the room along with an electric kettle. Check in and out was simple and quick, staff were friendly and helpful. We would stay here again.
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10/10 Exceptional

All super clean
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10/10 Exceptional

Room spotless and very well provided. Staff very approachable and curteous. Surroundings clean and well kept.
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was modern and the room was well equipped. We slept well in the comfortable bed and the property was quiet.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and quiet, staff were friendly. We would definitely stay again.
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10/10 Exceptional

clean modern unit. Great facilities.
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the decor, very comfortable suite
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10/10 Exceptional

This motel is a good example of solid New Zealand accommodation - a classic lodge with good kitchen amenities, a comfortable room, and plenty of parking. The motel is set back from town, and while the car park is modest there are plenty of e-bikes to rent.
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8/10 Very good

Good place to stay for the one night there. Make sure you check out the jandals and boots pub good food.
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10/10 Exceptional

2 night stay

Small complex and comfortable. Lovely place to stay
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8/10 Very good

Very new and clean. Very friendly. Local info are useful
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10/10 Exceptional

Owners did an excellent job adding special little touches to the room - from coffee to toiletries to great informational binder. Was very happy with our stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

We love this place. Loved the bathroom and underfloor heating, very comfortable, trendy interior, away from busy main roads. We would highly recommend to others.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and cozy room, got everything we need!
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10/10 Exceptional

We absolutely loved our room at this motel. So clean, so quiet, with well appointed furnishings. Thankyou so much for an awesome stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

This was a wonderful stay. We would stay here again and again. Thank you for such great service!!!
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8/10 Very good

Nice room, good amenities, self serve, no milk but probably available rom office.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful clean self service motel, cooking and catering facilities in room, everything you need for a longer stay if needed. Quite location, warm and cosy..
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place! Better than we expected! Quiet, comfortable, amenities were a big plus!