Shades of Arrowtown

3.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Arrowtown motel

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Studio, 2 Bedrooms (Unit 5 - Two Room Studio) | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Front of property
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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9 MERIONETH STREET, Arrowtown, Otago, 9302
  • Place, Tobins Track
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Arrowtown Chinese Settlement
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Millbrook Resort Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Studio (Unit 1 - Studio Unit)

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

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Murphy Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room (Unit 3 - Two Room Studio)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Studio (Unit 6 - Two Room Studio)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Studio (Unit 8 - Superior King Studio)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Studio (Unit 9 - Superior Spa King)

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

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Arrowtown

In Arrowtown .Steps from the motel, you'll find St Patrick's Catholic Church & Mary MacKillop's Cottage and Lakes District Museum. Off The Wall Gallery and Arrowtown Chinese Settlement are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Lakes District Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St Patrick's Catholic Church & Mary MacKillop's Cottage - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Tobins Track - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Arrowtown Chinese Settlement - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Millbrook Resort Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wolf Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ayrburn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪11th Avenue by Frank’s - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Arrowtown Bakery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Fork and Tap - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Shades of Arrowtown

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Arrowtown motel
Shades of Arrowtown offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Shades of Arrowtown also features a picnic area and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Arrowtown motel is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Shades of Arrowtown offers 11 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

This Arrowtown motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Shades Arrowtown Motel

Shades Arrowtown

Shades of Arrowtown Motel

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Shades of Arrowtown to the airport?

Shades of Arrowtown is 10.5 mi (18-min drive) away from the Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Shades of Arrowtown?

As of May 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shades of Arrowtown on May 17, 2026 start from $122, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Shades of Arrowtown have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Shades of Arrowtown.

How close is Shades of Arrowtown to the beach?

This motel is 9.2 mi (19-min drive) from Frankton Beach and 12.5 mi (23-min drive) from Queenstown Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Shades of Arrowtown offer free breakfast?

Shades of Arrowtown does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Shades of Arrowtown?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Skycity Queenstown Casino (20-min drive) and SKYCITY Wharf Casino (21-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Shades of Arrowtown?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Shades of Arrowtown?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Shades of Arrowtown have a pool?

Shades of Arrowtown does not have a pool.

Does Shades of Arrowtown have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Shades of Arrowtown to downtown Arrowtown?

Shades of Arrowtown is 0.1 mi away from Arrowtown.

Shades of Arrowtown Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 272 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 272 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 272 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 272 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 272 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashfaq

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice room-bed was so comfortable,very kind staff,, beautiful setting, lovely garden and trees, close to downtown for shopping and restaurants, hiking just steps away.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent service and cleanliness. Great location near centre of activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Fearghal

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a perfect location for walking to town. The accommodations were spacious, clean, and very comfortable! We can highly recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding property great hosts with a lovely black lab called Jack. Thank you soo much!
Jack
View from my room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property at the end of the Main Street, clean and well presented and short walk into town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Superb. Lovely owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Dave

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miu

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent inn overall. Friendly owner, clean room, but the price is high.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room very clean, bathroom updated, friendly welcome
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Stu

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
It’s situation is great with walking distance to everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shades of Arrowtown is in a lovely, quiet location—perfect for a relaxing stay. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and we really enjoyed having a small patio to sit on in the evening. we had no issues during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing place to stay. Great room, spotless ,spacious ,very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful cottage, gardens stunning, across street from charming Arrowtown, host Mary lovely, clean, comfortable, well stocked. Stay here!
Bucolic place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was clean and staff welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hemmaphan

Traveled with family
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

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

Fiona

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything, walkable to cafes bars etc
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

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and warm. Lovely bathroom. Close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona Van

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025