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BigSky Motels

2.0 star property

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1-Bedroom Apartment | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
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1-Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
The current price is $112
$97 nightly
$112 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4

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52 Ahuriri Drive, Omarama, North Otago, 9412
  • Place, Clay Cliffs
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Wrinkly Rams
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Hot Tubs Omarama
    ‪15 min walk‬

Room options

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Queen Studio, Accessible | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Queen Studio, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Queen Studio | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Queen Studio

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

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1-Bedroom Apartment | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

1-Bedroom Apartment

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

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

King Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Queen Studio, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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King Studio | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

King Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Omarama

Located in Omarama, BigSky Motels is in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Totara Peak Gallery and Clay Cliffs. .This golf motel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Wrinkly Rams and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Hot Tubs Omarama.
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What's nearby

  • Totara Peak Gallery - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Clay Cliffs - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Wrinkly Rams - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Hot Tubs Omarama - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Ladybird Hill Vineyard - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Wānaka Airport (WKA) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wrinkly Rams - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Merino Country Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Boots & Jandals Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Oasis Cafe and Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Quailburn Farm Store - ‬7 min drive

About this property

BigSky Motels

BigSky Motels offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include dining tables. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 42-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 7 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring heated floors and Smart televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Kitchenettes are outfitted with refrigerators, stovetops, and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and ski storage. Additional amenities at this motel include barbecue grills, bicycle tour information, and bike storage.
Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • 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 elevator (single-level property)
  • Portable shower seat
  • Raised toilet seat (18 inches 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

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2018
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

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

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • 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 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 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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed: Christmas Eve.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

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

Property 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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

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

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

Property is also known as

BigSky Motels Motel Omarama
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BigSky Motels Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 171 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very kind and room was very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, very clean and willing to help in any way
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good overall, good sized room that was well kept and had all the amenities. Would stay again next time
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Big Sky Motel was clean, simple and calm under a wide, open sky
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, newly decorated bathroom, shower with great pressure, well-equipped kitchen area, comfortable bed and very helpful management.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room very presentable excellent friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fineen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room spotless and very well provided. Staff very approachable and curteous. Surroundings clean and well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic in all respects
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
clean modern unit. Great facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was modern and the room was well equipped. We slept well in the comfortable bed and the property was quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Boqin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very new and clean. Very friendly. Local info are useful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless and very new. Nicely decorated. Complete set for cooking simple meals-just missing a cutting board. Quiet and off the busy roads. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darwyyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay staff very friendly and helpful, clean tidy ,and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything just perfect
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Byron

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Newly renovated. Beware that they lock the laundry room at 7 pm.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and cozy room, got everything we need!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kurinchi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice & friendly hosts.. very clean...Enjoyed our stay
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DIANNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value, woukd definitely return if we're travelling in the area again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really liked this hotel.

Very modern rooms, clean, friendly staff. Great motel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet, staff were friendly. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024