Discovery Countrytime Hotel Omarama Summer Re-Opening

Our hotel will re-open for stays from 24 October 2025 for the busy summer season. Make a booking online now or phone our team 03 438 9894.

Or for stays prior to 24 Oct, contact our sister Omarama hotel - Distinction Heritage Gateway 03 438 9805 or resevations@distinctionomarama.co.nz.

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Discover Omarama, Waitaki & Mackenzie Region

Hot Tubs Omarama

Experience true luxury with Hot Tubs Omarama. The sustainable hot tubs feature locally sourced wood and pure New Zealand mountain water for the ultimate relaxation experience.

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Skiing & Snowboarding

Nestled beneath the spectacular Southern Alps of New Zealand, Omarama is an ideal base to enjoy the best skiing and snowboarding in New Zealand, when the Mackenzie Region transforms into a winter playground during the cooler months. The region plays host to three quintessentially Kiwi ski fields all within driving distance of Discovery Countrytime Hotel Omarama.

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Clay Cliffs Omarama

A must-do whilst staying in Omarama, the Clay Cliffs are a natural rock formation, located just 15 km west of Discovery Countrytime Hotel Omarama.

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Discovery Countrytime Hotel Omarama

100% New Zealand Owned & Operated
Enjoy affordable, country-style accommodation, located just 5 minutes’ drive from the beautiful village of Omarama and neighbouring the Omarama Airfield and Gliding Club.

Waitaki District Location
Located just 5 minutes' drive from Omarama village in a broad basin between mountain ranges and at the crossroads of the Waitaki District, Mackenzie Region and Lindis Pass. As a junction town, Omarama is the perfect base for exploring the myriad of attractions scattered throughout these regions including the fascinating Clay Cliffs, Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve, Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail or the numerous quintessentially Kiwi ski fields.

The hotel also conveniently neighbours Omarama Airfield and the Guiding Club, making it an ideal stay for pilots and those wanting to enjoy flying in one of the world's best soaring areas.

2.5-Star Omarama Accommodation
The hotel is currently rated 2.5-stars and presents 47 basic hotel rooms. Perfect as a base for family excursions into this extraordinary region of natural beauty. All rooms offer refrigerators, tea and coffee making facilities, flatscreen TVs & FREE unlimited WiFi. Some rooms offer kitchen facilities. Complimentary off-street car parking is included. A soft refurbishment is underway during summer 2024/25 to bring this hotel in line with a Discovery branded 3-star hotel.

Omarama Breakfast Restaurant
Get ready for your day of adventure or work and enjoy a sumptuous breakfast in the hotel's restaurant with stunning mountain views. At the end of the day enjoy a local beer and wine and dine from the bar snack menu in the iconic bar decorated to resemble a traditional sheep shearing shed. Complimentary on-site car parking.