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Ōtoromiro Hotel

★★★ 52 Main Road, Governors Bay, Governors Bay, NZ

8.1 guest rating· 357 reviews

About this hotel

Historic Colonial Architecture : Step into a piece of history at Ōtoromiro Hotel, established in 1870 and exquisitely restored post-2011 earthquakes.

Luxurious Amenities : Indulge in the endless heated saltwater pool, French-style balconies with harbor views, and cozy rooms with modern comforts like electric blankets and flat-screen TVs.

Culinary Delights : Savor a self-service continental breakfast, seasonal menu at the on-site restaurant offering seafood and lamb, and a variety of drinks at the bar.

Experience elegance and comfort at Ōtoromiro Hotel, just minutes away from Lyttelton Township and surrounded by natural beauty. Book now for a memorable stay!

Rooms & rates

King Room with Sea View

Sleeps 2 · 25 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Bathrobe
  • Seating Area
  • Heating
  • Shared toilet
  • Fireplace

Panoramic Room, Shared Bathroom, Bay View

Sleeps 2 · 11 m² · Queen Bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Heating

Classic Room, Shared Bathroom, Partial Sea View

Sleeps 2 · 8 m² · Double bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Heating

Classic Room, Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 2 · 8 m² · Queen Bed

  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Heating
  • Shampoo

Premium Room, Shared Bathroom (Bayside King)

Sleeps 2 · 20 m² · King bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Heating

Double Room with Mountain View

Sleeps 2 · 10 m² · Queen bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Heating
  • Shared toilet
  • Electric blankets

Double Room with Sea View

Sleeps 2 · 10 m² · Queen bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Seating Area
  • Heating
  • Shared toilet
  • Alarm clock

Double Room with Mountain View

Sleeps 2 · 10 m² · Double bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Seating Area
  • Heating
  • Shared toilet
  • Alarm clock

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Fence around pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Pool cover
  • Pool with view
  • Salt-water pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Free Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Pets allowed
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  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Golf course
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Billiards
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Canoeing
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Darts
  • Designated smoking area
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Games room
  • Garden
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Hiking
  • Horse riding
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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52 Main Road, Governors Bay, Governors Bay, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say8.1357 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Great location+ Delicious foodPoor cleanlinessUncomfortable bedsShared bathrooms
Cleanliness6.6
Service9.6
Location9.1
Room Quality7.1
Amenities8.1
Value for Money7.6

Guest review

10.0

Great location, peaceful stay

Miranda · NZ · 2026-07-12

A pleasant stay in a special location.

8.0

Special location. Old-fashioned experience.

Richard · NZ · 2026-07-03

Guest review

10.0

Great spot

Graeme · AU · 2026-04-19

Guest review

10.0

Nice views and nice friendly vibe.

Aaron · AU · 2026-04-19

It was the closest we could get to Birdlings Flat at late notice.

6.0

For a strange bed I slept well and I loved spending time in the garden the next morning.

The interior is tired and in need of a freshen up and I can't of read the information properly as I was expecting our own bathroom and toilet.

Ahlene · NZ · 2026-04-04

Good to know

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.Swimming pool: Closed from Sun, May 31, 2026 until Wed, Sep 30, 2026

A deposit may be required at the property.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Children and extra bed policy

Children ages 12 and older are allowed.

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Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.