Like the previous reviewer, we were concerned going here after reading the reviews , but we had a great time. Okay the place is a little dated and in need of refurbishment, but the rooms were spacious and the staff were very friendly and looked after us well. There was a lovely lounge with a roaring fire, a cosy bar... More

Was a bit concerned staying here after seeing the reviews... but when we first arrived I was relieved! nice setting, nice entrance.... ok dated fittings, but well kept. BUT!! a pair of underpants beside the tv???? (I'm guessing cleaner found them, tossed them aside and forgot about them...) also ice cream in the fridge? But apart from that, good size... More

We stayed one night. Couldnt stand more. The whole hotel is poorly run. Public areas and rooms are very dirty. Mould, dirt, and stains on carpets and bedding. The carpeted bathrooms floors you really dont want walk on !! Moldy and stained ! The manager and staff seem totally uninterested. Dirty plates, glasses etc left untouch for hours on tables.The... More

Great service from new staff Marc and Cecile. Hotel is dated however has everything you need, and staff go out of their way to be helpful. Having stayed at the hotel several times I can say there has been a marked improvement all round. The new chef has made a big improvement to the quality of the meals and as... More

I really regretted booking the Countrytime Hotel. We arrived at 2:00 in the afternoon to find the place deserted. We called the number as indicated on the phone at the desk, but could hear the phone ringing in the adjacent office. The cook wandered through eventually and tracked someone down for us, but it was nearly an hour wait to... More

We didn't plan to stay here. Because of the adverse weather and a broken bridge in the west coast, we were force to stay a night at Omarama. This hotel is rather worn out but is good enough for an over-night stay. The room is clean (although aged) and the bed is comfortable. The staff is nice & helpful. The... More

We stayed here with our tour group on our way to Milford Sound. It was the most disgusting place we stayed in New Zealand. The rooms were very 80's horror movie. Staff was rude, especially the French manager. The food was alright, better then nothing. Big spider in the toilet upon our arrival. TV had two channels and the bed... More

On my way up country to Mount Cook and beyond for a few days, I decided to stop in Omarama as many towns nearby were either fully booked or were charging a bit much for even just one night. For $85 per night it seems many people here are expecting too much for their money. I find it a very... More

A group of 11 cyclists stopped the night at the Countrytime Hotel and all found it a great experience - can highly recommend it. Dave - the Manager, Cecile - the French maid/receptionist/waitress and superb chef helped make our stay a fun time. We evening meal and complimentary wine(because we were the first group of cyclist through on the new... More