Shades of Arrowtown

3.5 star property
Motel in Arrowtown with free parking

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (Unit 10 - Two Bedroom Cottage) | Living area | Flat-screen TV
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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (Unit 10 - Two Bedroom Cottage) | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Shades of Arrowtown sits embraced by mountains, offering a peaceful escape with its garden and welcoming terrace. Guests connect via in-room WiFi, prepare meals at the barbecue area, and take advantage of convenient luggage storage while enjoying the quiet mountain atmosphere.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 11 of 11 rooms

Studio (Unit 1 - Studio Unit)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Unit 2 - One Bedroom Unit)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room (Unit 3 - Two Room Studio)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Fan
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Studio, 1 Queen Bed (Unit 4 - Studio Unit)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Fan
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio, 2 Bedrooms (Unit 5 - Two Room Studio)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Fan
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Studio (Unit 6 - Two Room Studio)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Fan
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

Studio, Accessible (Unit 7 - Two Room Access Studio)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Fan
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Studio (Unit 8 - Superior King Studio)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Premium bedding
Fan
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Studio (Unit 9 - Superior Spa King)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Premium bedding
Fan
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms (Unit 10 - Two Bedroom Cottage)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Heating
Premium bedding
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Studio, 1 Queen Bed (Unit 11 - Queen Studio)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
9 MERIONETH STREET, Arrowtown, Otago, 9302

What's nearby

  • St Patrick's Catholic Church & Mary MacKillop's Cottage - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tobins Track - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Arrowtown Chinese Settlement - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Millbrook Resort Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Arrowtown Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coronet Peak Cafe - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪11th Avenue by Frank’s - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Fork and Tap - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wolf Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ayrburn - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Shades of Arrowtown

Motel in the mountains
A terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Shades of Arrowtown. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, barbecue grills, and a reception hall
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Shades of Arrowtown feature comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Shades Arrowtown Motel
Shades Arrowtown
Shades of Arrowtown Motel
Shades of Arrowtown Arrowtown
Shades of Arrowtown Motel Arrowtown

Frequently asked questions

Is Shades of Arrowtown pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Shades of Arrowtown?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shades of Arrowtown?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Shades of Arrowtown?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Shades of Arrowtown located?

Situated in the mountains, this motel is steps from St Patrick's Catholic Church & Mary MacKillop's Cottage and Lakes District Museum. Off The Wall Gallery and Arrowtown Chinese Settlement are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Shades of Arrowtown Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 244 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 244 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 244 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 244 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 244 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very comfortable, enjoyable stay in a beautiful setting.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hemmaphan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great except for the internet which kept dropping and no signal in some room. The owner was great, would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to stay in beautiful Arrowtown!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very quiet and wonderful hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was convenient to everything, Roomy, clean, parking, friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet, handy to resteraunts and shops
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A well equipped, beautiful small motel unit. A block away from central Arrowtown. A warm authentic welcome from the hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to Arrowtown
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot, close to the village and excellent amenities. Will be back for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a really lovely stay. Our unit was immaculately clean with a great shower and superbly comfortable bed.It is in a perfect situation for walking to cafes, town, movies, bike hire. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

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

Cozy comfy and good value

The hosts are lovely and great, it's a cozy room and property. Lots nearby family loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying at this property Owners friendly easy check in and so close to Main Street in Arrowtown. Definitely stay again has good array of unity room layouts 😊😊👍
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

YEE LING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner is very helpful and caring, the house is clean and location is very strategic. highly recommend to all!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You have anything you need for a relaxing holiday. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

CINDY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous tucked away property right in the city center where you can walk to anything at all needed. It offers private and easy parking. We loved that we could conveniently launder our clothes as well . It was a friendly and easy check in and out with a smile along with a small bottle of milk for our coffee. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little disappointed that we were charged for three people when we had informed that we were only two. Other than that it was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hosts! The room was comfy and cozy and perfect for us. The Wi-Fi was a little weak in our unit at the end of the property and Brenda kindly let me sit near the office on the patio of an empty unit to do some work on my laptop. We just lived Arrowtown and Queensland and would stay at Shades of Arrowtown again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy but uncovered and open to the road. Staff friendly and obligingly. Room clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful, roomy room. Very clean. Host Brenda was extremely helpful and welcoming. Would go back there in a flash. So easy to walk into the township.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very warm welcome upon arrival Very cosy room, and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly situated at end of main street and yet quiet Enjoyed the hosts - especially Jack. Unit nice and warm
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025