BigSky Motels
4.0 star property

Upscale golf motel, walk to Totara Peak Gallery
your current months are April, 2024 and May, 2024.
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BigSky Motels

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Boating
Helicopter/plane tours
Front of property
Deluxe Studio
Luxury Studio

Overview of BigSky Motels

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
The price is AU$193
Price available on 1/5/2024

Explore the area

52 Ahuriri Drive, Omarama, North Otago, 9412
  • Popular LocationTotara Peak Gallery8 min walk
  • Popular LocationMerino Country Cafe9 min walk
  • Popular LocationClay Cliffs14 min walk
  • AirportWanaka (WKA)72 min drive
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Room options

Luxury Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Garden
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Luxury Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Garden
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Exclusive Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Garden
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Luxury Studio

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Garden
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Garden
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Omarama

Located in Omarama, BigSky Motels is in a rural area and next to a golf course. Clay Cliffs and Wrinkly Rams are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Benmore and Clay Cliffs Scenic Reserve. Don't miss out on a visit to Hot Tubs Omarama. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and hunting.

What's nearby

  • Totara Peak Gallery - 8 min walk
  • Clay Cliffs - 14 min walk
  • Wrinkly Rams - 14 min walk
  • Hot Tubs Omarama - 17 min walk
  • Ladybird Hill Vineyard - 17 min walk

Getting around

  • Wanaka (WKA) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • Merino Country Cafe - 9 min walk
  • The Wrinkly Rams - 15 min walk
  • Boots & Jandals Hotel Omarama - 9 min walk
  • Oasis Restaurant - 9 min walk
  • Pink Glider Cafe - 15 min walk

About this property

BigSky Motels

Upscale eco-certified motel near Clay Cliffs
Located close to Totara Peak Gallery and Wrinkly Rams, BigSky Motels provides 9 holes of golf, a terrace and laundry facilities. Active travellers can enjoy amenities, such as sailing and rowing/canoeing, at this motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Golf privileges (optional), bike tour information and luggage storage
  • Secured bike storage, smoke-free property and barbecues
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts, such as premium bedding and heated floors, as well as thoughtful touches, such as furnished balconies and laptop-friendly workspaces. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch Smart TVs with Netflix and premium channels
  • Private fenced gardens, heated floors and separate sitting areas

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

Dutch, English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Things to do

  • 9 holes of golf
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Private wine tours
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Ski storage
  • Wine tasting room

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lever door handles
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Portable shower seat
  • Raised toilet seat (46 centimetre high)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Building
  • Built in 2018
  • Floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 42-inch Smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Outdoor space

  • Fenced yard
  • Furnished balcony

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Mobile key entry
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: NZD 25.00 for check-in between 8:30 PM and 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed: Christmas Eve.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: NZD 25.00 for check-in between 8:30 PM and 9:30 PM
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

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

National rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodation in New Zealand. This Motel property has been rated 4 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

Property is also known as

BigSky Motels Motel Omarama
BigSky Motels Motel
BigSky Motels Omarama
BigSky Motels Motel
BigSky Motels Omarama
BigSky Motels Motel Omarama

Frequently asked questions

Is BigSky Motels pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at BigSky Motels?

As of 16 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BigSky Motels on 1 May 2024 start from AU$193.33, 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.

How much is parking at BigSky Motels?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at BigSky Motels?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM for a fee of NZD 25.00.

What time is check-out at BigSky Motels?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BigSky Motels located?

Situated in the mountains, this eco-certified motel is within a 15-minute walk of Totara Peak Gallery, Clay Cliffs and Wrinkly Rams. Hot Tubs Omarama and Lake Benmore are also within 6 mi (10 km).

BigSky Motels Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 84 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 84 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 84 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vanitha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely 😍
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was such a lovely stay for me and my friends! Big Sky Motel is located conveniently between Mt. Cook, and Wanaka, with clay cliffs near by and a very relaxing hot tub experience also in the town. It’s the perfect stopping point after a long day of hiking!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the decor, very comfortable suite
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely presentation, and greet, immaculate
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothee

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice well equipped motel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

dennis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, clean motel room with equipped kitchen. There is also an outside grill and laundry facilities available on site. There's a grocery nearby for food supplies. Great location to stay if going to Mt Cook. The Clay Cliffs in Omarama are also close.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

PETER, Naperville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very easy, clean and quiet for a one night stopover.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Sheik M

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and not too far from Lake Tekapo but not too near to be touristy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sum Yee Selina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was just so perfect! The room was clean and new, with all the things we needed. The Wi-Fi was good, really have nothing to complain at all. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

General hotel information

Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Address
52 Ahuriri Drive, Omarama, North Otago
Location
Omarama