Motel accommodation & activities in Central Otago

Nestled in the heart of Central Otago, Cromwell is one of New Zealand’s most scenic locations.

Characterised by a diverse landscape - a magnificent hillside, lush valleys and the spectacular Lake Dunstan, this holiday destination never fails to impress.

Places of interest in Cromwell include the Bendigo quartz mining site, the old museum, the Cromwell gorge and the historic town of Bannockburn.

Holiday activities in Cromwell include jet boating and trout fishing at Lake Dunstan, 4WD trips, trekking, hiking, mountain-biking; and winery tours & wine tasting at the Kawarau Estate vineyard, the Central Otago wine company, the Olssen's Garden Vineyard and other vineyards in the region.

The famous Cardrona and Treble Cone skifields and the Waiorau Snow Farm are also only a short distance away, and are open throughout the winter season.

There are also many interesting walking tracks in Cromwell, such as the Northburn Tailings Walk and the Old Reservoir Walk.

Accommodation options and places to eat in Cromwell are ample, and designed to suit a wide variety of tastes and budgets.