Ōtoromiro Hotel features beautiful colonial architecture and was first established in 1870. Meticulously restored after the series of earthquakes in 2011, it now offers a restaurant, a bar and a large garden with seating. The property features a endless, heated, saltwater pool. It is just 10 minutes’ drive from Lyttelton Township. Free parking and free Wi-Fi access are provided . All rooms are equipped with electric blankets and a 32-inch flat-screen TV. Each offers access to the shared toilet and bathroom. Most rooms have French-style doors that open onto a balcony with views of Lyttleton Harbor. You get to enjoy a self-service continental breakfast with fresh fruit, cereal, toast, preserves and coffee/tea. The on-site restaurant features a seasonal menu which includes seafood, lamb, salads and soups. A wide selection of both alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks can be enjoyed at the bar. Christchurch Ōtoromiro Hotel is just 1476 feet from Governors Bay Wharf and Beach. It is a 20-minute drive from central Christchurch and a 45-minute drive from Christchurch International Airport.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
7.7
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
7.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Shona
    Australia Australia
    Staff were so warm and friendly. A wonderfully dog friendly place, even down to having dog meals on the menu
  • Philip
    Australia Australia
    Really nice hotel in the Governors Bay area, given the star rating it has, it is quite a good place and worth staying and relaxing for a weekend. The rooms are nice and clean and you can select a room with either sea or mountain view. The prices...
  • Rhona
    Canada Canada
    This hotel is wonderful 150 years old! We had the king room and loved it. The balcony overlooking Governors Bay is spectacular. We enjoyed a meal in the pub and the pool! The breakfast was self serve with a lot of food. The bathrooms are shared...

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

Amenities of Ōtoromiro Hotel

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Darts
  • Pool table
    Additional charge
  • Game room
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Baggage storage
    • Fax/Photocopying
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Heated pool
    • Saltwater pool
    • Pool bar
    • Pool cover
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Fenced pool
    Spa
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • French
    • Italian

    House rules

    Ōtoromiro Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 12 are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction

    No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 12 and up are allowed)

    Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

    Mastercard Visa Eftpos JCB American Express Cash is not accepted Ōtoromiro Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Ōtoromiro Hotel in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

    Please note rooms do not have private bathrooms, they have shared bathroom and toilet facilities in keeping with the heritage nature of the hotel.

    FAQs about Ōtoromiro Hotel

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • The prices at Ōtoromiro Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Yes, Ōtoromiro Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at Ōtoromiro Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Ōtoromiro Hotel has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant

    • Ōtoromiro Hotel is 150 feet from the center of Governors Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Ōtoromiro Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Pool table
      • Game room
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Darts
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Horseback riding
      • Swimming pool

    • Room options at Ōtoromiro Hotel include:

      • Double