Lindis Pass Historic Hotel Campsite - Lindis Pass Historic Hotel Campsite

Name: Lindis Pass Historic Hotel Campsite - Lindis Pass Historic Hotel Campsite
Address: Lindis Valley 9383, New Zealand, 9383, Zealand

4.6/5 ★ based on 8 reviews

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Address :	Lindis Valley 9383, New Zealand
Postal code :	9383
Website :	http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/otago/places/lindis-valley-area/things-to-do/lindis-pass-historic-hotel-campsite/
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T	Thomas Laegler on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ We tried to book online or over the phone but could not find a website or phone number for the hotel. So then we just showed up and tried to make a reservation on arrival. It was hard to find the hotel because there were no propper diriections or signs on the main road. The old faithfull road itself to the hotel was in bad condition - full of pot holes, mud and almost damaged our car. When we arrived, although the doors were widely open nobody came to greet us at reception and no porters came to collect our luggage, and we weren't able to check in. So we decided to look around the hotel and found a dirty dining room kitchen (a case for the council?). The hotel also offers no wifi or phone reception. We found the building in bad conditions and there is a hole in the roof. The saloon was not heated and lots of furniture was missing. Overall bad conditions and leaky windows, doors not lockable and a lot of dirt and dust on the ground. The rooms don't offer much privacy and cannot be locked. We also saw other guests leave the location because of the bad conditions. We had to stay the night in the shed outside without electricity and proper sanitary facilities. We couldn't sleep because there was a noisy sheep concert going on all night and sand flies everywhere too. Even the next morning there was no one at reception nor was there a breakfast buffet prepared. This hotel should be closed down. We won't be coming back again.
A	Allan Duston on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ A long very dusty drive in but we'll worth the effort. Amazing history and views and landscape. A nice DOC camp as well.
S	Sylvia E on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Really cool place to camp for the night, highly recommend! Yes it is 'off the beaten path' which is what I love best from a campsite, if you are a relatively experienced driver entry should be fine; we got there easily in a Toyota station wagon in September. The water available is from a stream and the longdrop was perfectly adequate, although you will need to BYO toilet paper! There is no cell service so you will need to pre-load any directions/maps you are following, Google will lead you 2 km off of the actual entry so beware; I would recommend getting there before sundown. The campsite also does not require payment but we would have happily paid a koha/donation as it is a lovely spot.
K	Kiwis Fly the Coop NZ on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Well you may well be aware that we like visiting old pubs and embracing the history surrounding them....... yup, even if they no longer serve refreshments. Beer no longer flows at the historical Lindis Pass Hotel, but we took the opportunity to camp for the night in the grounds next to the rambling ruins. We wandered further down the track to Wattie Thompson's stone and concrete hut. He was the last miner to work the area. We also spotted piles of tailings and what remains of the old Lindis River Bridge. There's even an old apple tree, still producing fruit. The road in is quite accessible but narrow. The gateway into the site could be tight for larger rigs. Best tackled in the dry. We had rain overnight so traction may be limited for those with front wheel drive.
W	Wander Whiff Kids on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ One of our favorite spots. It's close to the main road but it's quiet and you wouldn't hear it. The hotel ruins were a great playground for our kids. Not too much shade for hot days, just one tree. We were in the camp on our own so was perfect! There is an access to the stream below for a refreshing dip. Longdrop toilet in the camp too. Beautiful hidden gem
C	Conrad Goodger on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ This was Gerald Goodger owner of Merivale Station speaking about the history of the Lindis Hotel. Present Beau Trevathan hosting with his vintage vehicle and club members. Some very good unknown historical information spoken about Poulsons Hut on Shirlmar Station. Rabbiting stories and Wattie Thompson the gold miner who lived near. Gerald also attended the Lindis Pass School which was only in operation for 10 years or so, after being used as a church, and moved to the Tarras School for a dental clinic, Today located left of the busy Tarras Store and Tea rooms. Marianne daughter , Lance and grand kids James, Lilly and Bede present. Full 30 minute talk on YouTube.
M	Mike Matheson on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Fantastic off the road camp. We were fortunate to have the place to ourselves on a stunning Autumn evening
A	Allan Marsh on Google ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ This place is so secluded and a real step back in time. Don't miss the turnoff like we did. Look for the "Historic Reserve" sign at "Old Faithful" Road. It's then a 6km drive along a shingle road. There is a sign 1km from the end, where the track branches right, to let you know you're still heading to the right place. All of the stone walls of the hotel are still standing. There is a long-drop toilet, but no water supply. You need to be self-contained. Don't miss the DOC posters or walking along the track towards the remains of the old bridge. Just past there is an old gold-miner's hut built in the 1950's. Unfortunately the man who built it and lived there was killed in the Erebus plane crash in 1979