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Aorangi Motel

4.0 star property
Motel with a golf course, 6-minute walk to Fairlie Heritage Museum

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Aorangi Motel offers a peaceful stay near Fairlie Golf Course and McLean Park. Guests can relax in the garden, enjoy the playground, or visit nearby hot springs. The property provides free in-room WiFi and attentive staff to ensure a comfortable, rejuvenating experience.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Highlights

Furnished patio
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Furnished patio
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Individually decorated
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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
26 Denmark St, Fairlie, 7925

What's nearby

  • Fairlie Heritage Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • McLean Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Fairlie Golf Course - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 37 min drive - 31.8 miles
  • Tekapo Springs - 40 min drive - 33.3 miles

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Bean South - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Eat Deli Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪MacKenzie Rugby Football Club - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Gladstone Hotel - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Panorama Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Aorangi Motel

Upscale motel near Fairlie Heritage Museum
Located close to Fairlie Golf Course and McLean Park, Aorangi Motel provides a golf course, a garden, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 3 hot springs. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, snow sports gear, and barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and heated floors, in addition to thoughtful touches like furnished patios and laptop-friendly workspaces.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heated floors, and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • 3 hot springs
  • Ski storage
  • Snow sports gear

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Spa

  • 3 hot springs
  • Hot springs open from 8:30 AM - 9:30 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 99 ºF

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 (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Rice cooker
  • Room service
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop

More

  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive check-in instructions and an access code prior to arrival.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Hot springs access available from 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Aorangi Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aorangi Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Aorangi Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Aorangi Motel located?

Situated in Fairlie, this golf motel is within a 15-minute walk of Fairlie Heritage Museum, Fairlie Golf Course, and McLean Park. Mount Dobson Ski Area and Church of the Good Shepherd are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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Reviews

Aorangi Motel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 262 out of 447 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 144 out of 447 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 447 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 447 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 447 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable with full kitchen
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay prior to skiing. Comfortable and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was wonderful. Lovely towels clean room wondsrful Only would have liked to remove child lock from.microwave but that was ip to me!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tidy older style property with everything you need for an overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay in a lovely place; impeccably clean, warm, well appointed rooms with the most inviting, friendly, and wonderful staff! Hope to stay again soon.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good if you have a car, clean, spacious, kitchen fine
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and great for our family!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked everything. It was lovely to stay there
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Arrived late to a lovely warm room, with clean towels and a welcoming bed. Great motel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Cara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, clean, and nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emilio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A clean wonderful mini-apartment. One of the best lodgings we found during our 10-day tor around NZ.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When we arrived the Motel room was warmed up and the key was in the door waiting for us nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bhoopika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel was really well maintained. I would definitely recommend it to others.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Salman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything runs like a well oiled Auto Pilot there.. One just have to follow the instructions posted for you at the entrance.. Key was in the door, and I left it as it is.. very clean and properly maintained..
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great organisation for check in. The room was warm and ready for our arrival. Lovely large unit, plenty of space and amenities. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were lovely, they reached out early in the day to let us know that the key would be in the room and we could just rock up. The rooms were spotlessly clean and there were lots of spare blankets and pillows. My only gripe is that the water pressure was super weak - I struggled washing the shampoo out, but that's fairly minimal compared to all the pluses. We'd stay here again with zero concerns, it's a great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Two bedrooms are big. Comfortable beds and pillow. Very clean. Very convenient check in and check out process. I love the welcome chocolates and flowers. All kitchen utensils are ready.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It suited us. Didnt see any staff, so couldnt comment
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sameer

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

Clean and well located property

Very clean and tidy property. We got late but our room was kept ready and keys kept for us with details to access them. Small and minute amenities in the room were taken care off. The quality of amenities were very good. The kitchen had required equipment and cutlery. Eating places in accessible distance. Well located on the main road.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vivienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived late unit was open and ready. Note was on whiteboard on office for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Stayed here for 1 night, got to property and found chalk board with "Keys in your room", so meet no one upon arrival and saw no one the whole time we were there. Rooms were ok, we stayed in room 2 and Fridge was on but not working, didn't keep anything cold and stunk. Jog on bench also needs replacing, bottom of jug looked like tar and had floaties in water, plus wardrobe door was falling off rail. Went to look for ironing board (as none in room) & found 2 in laundry that were unusable, covered in dust & fluff, plus had tears in covers. Was convenient for location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean ,very quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raelene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms where very large and spacious, check in was very easy with key in the door when you arrived.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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