1569 Kawatiri Murchison Highway, Owen River, 7077 Owen River, New Zealand
#1 of 1 hotels in Owen River
Guests' ChoiceBased on 193 hotel reviews
8.0Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Location
8.4
Facilities
8.2
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.2
Free Wifi
7.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: May 1, 2024
Andrew
United KingdomMinor point, but easy to lock yourself out.
Just off the main road, but quiet. Accommodation spacious and modern. Pub onsite which does good meals.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 19, 2024
Tony
United KingdomMountain views, rustic charm. Sweet and sour pork was very nice. Short walk to riverside
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 15, 2024
Karen
New ZealandThis little place is a gem. It's been rated honestly as the rooms were adequately comfortable. The Tavern is 96 years old, a historic kiwi treasure situated in a beautiful spot. Kim the owner and her husband cook all the meals which were really delicious. If you want to experience an old nz pub then give this place a visit. It's close to great walks, fishing and cycle trails.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 13, 2024
Hydranger
United KingdomRooms a little cramped...with kitchenette area with kettle /microwave /TV etc not very practical in space available Bathroom a bit dated and in need of some repair.
Lovely location en route to Nelson from Murchison. On site restaurant and bar...Chinese meal was very good. Comfy bed with decent shower. Quiet spot with nearby walking.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 13, 2024
Victoria
New ZealandWe phoned ahead as we were running a little late, and the friendly staff kept the kitchen open for dinner, which was delicious and very much appreciated
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 9, 2024
Jasen
United States of AmericaThe bed was a bit soft for my liking & heater didn’t work well.
It was located in an area that fit within my travel itinerary.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: February 26, 2024
Alastair
New ZealandGreat location - good stopover from ferry in Picton to West Coast. Good meal in tavern. Fine short walk down to the Buller river.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 18, 2024
Kamraitong
New ZealandLovely location. The owner was very friendly. If you feel tired , there’s food and drinks next to the accommodation (within a few steps).
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 14, 2024
William
United States of AmericaBeautiful setting, wonder shower, good supplies to make snacks
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 14, 2024
Sharon
United KingdomComfortable studio with country view. Welcoming host. Bar restaurant on site with pool table. Location worked for lakes and Murchison. Very quiet., nearest shop 20 mins drive away.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: January 31, 2024
Ingrid
New ZealandEasy to find, right beside the road, with the tavern right next door. We had a lovely Chinese meal for dinner.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 30, 2024
Paula
United KingdomSmell of the room
Huge bed
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 22, 2024
Juliana
ColombiaRoom very small
The location in the middle of the gorge
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 21, 2024
Noni
New ZealandAll good for us.
We love the location….all by itself with a unit view of the nz bush across Owen River, hills covered with bush ,the sound of the water, native birds etc. The hotel is right next door with great meals and drinks…no other neighbours. The units are comfortable with outdoor chairs…great value for money. Hostess was very helpful.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 6, 2024
Lars
SwitzerlandN/a
The motel was for us in the right place and offered a good overnight stay at a decent price. We particularly appreciated the food and the beer at the small restaurant.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: December 29, 2023
Ron
New ZealandShower enclosure looked to be in the middle of refurbishment but nevertheless perfectly useable.
Clean, recently refurbished unit. Very quiet looking out over the river and bush. Owner very nice, and an excellent pub dinner in the evening. Large comfortable bed with choice of pillow thicknesses
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 19, 2023
Linda
New ZealandKim is very welcoming, the unit was just what we wanted and the Chinese food on the menu was excellent. A great stop.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: December 11, 2023
Jonathan
New ZealandNothing
Well appointed room in a rural setting with nice views. Good bar and restaurant on site.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: October 29, 2023
Mike
New ZealandReally friendly hosts and a cool old pub
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: September 19, 2023
Kelley
United States of AmericaClean and comfortable. Restaurant onsite if needed. Good price. Quiet. Friendly staff.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 6, 2023
Effie
AustraliaAnother town was roughly 20 minutes away and there wasn’t much within the area.
Kim was lovely, very welcoming when we arrived. Great motel for a stopover.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: June 23, 2023
Arthur
New ZealandThe accommodation was a little cold on arrival.
Meals were very good. Accommodation was good. Owner was excellent.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: March 13, 2023
Saul
United States of Americanothing
good food. friendly lady close to fishing
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: March 8, 2023
Len
New Zealandfriendly
Stayed in March 2023
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