Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site, although it is limited. No reservation is required.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 until 20:00, and check-out is by 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests should contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival for arrangements.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located near ski lifts and is within a 5-minute walk of St Patrick's Catholic Church & Mary MacKillop's Cottage and Tobins Track. It is approximately 0.3 miles from Arrow River and 0.4 miles from Off The Wall Gallery.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.

Settlers Cottage Motel in Arrowtown

Average nightly price at Settlers Cottage Motel by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$161
February	$148
March	$174
April	$170
May	$131
June	$118
July	$145
August	$150
September	$128
October	$121
November	$162
December	$149

What guests think

At Settlers Cottage Motel, reviewers highlight warm, welcoming hosts, charming period-style cottages, and a quiet, walkable Arrowtown location, with many appreciating cozy comfort, beautiful gardens, and a relaxed atmosphere that feels personal rather than impersonal.

Rooms blend vintage character with practical touches; sizes vary from compact to spacious, heating is effective, and beds and showers draw praise. Service is a strong point, with hosts frequently praised for local tips, flexibility, and thoughtful touches like accommodating late arrivals. A couple of guests reported limited hot water and one noted exterior clutter; overall, expect a homey base near Arrowtown’s centre.

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Facilities

Beautiful gardens and outdoor areas are a recurring highlight. A guest laundry is available, though one review noted restricted hours.

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Michael

Nov 9, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

A beautiful stay, amazing garden and wonderful hosts.

10

Vicki

Nov 7, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

We loved the gardens and extra touches put into the yard . Hosts were great checking with us every day to see if everything was ok. We will recommend as best place to stay.

10

mary

Nov 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Easy quick check in and out. Friendly hosts (especially charlie and monty) Spacious room well equipped. Great location with parking. Comfortable bed, great shower.

10

Andrew

Nov 18, 2024

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My Wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cottage was cute, warm, and cosy. The gardens were stunning, clearly loved and taken care of. The staff are super friendly and accommodating, providing us a map and suggestions for Arrowtown. Highly recommend.

10

Michael

Jan 5, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice cottage, Jayne and Carl made you feel very welcome, was nice to sit out in the sun in the garden. Only 5 minutes walk into Arrowtown. Would recommend.

10

Heather

Nov 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The reception on arrival, the flower garden and the unique units with amazing climbing roses over our entrance. Inside everything that we needed for a great stay, and anything extra we needed like an iron supplied straight away. Fantastic oh and the Christmas lights and decorations. Brilliant! 👌

6

Katrina

Jun 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Carl was an excellent host the property being a cottage was lovely. Needed a better vacuum and there was hair in the shower, The only downfall we had one SHORT shower and then it was stone cold no hot water for the other 2 of us staying, (we were offered to use the shower in another cottage and said there is 140L in the tank we must have used it) 1 person would not have used 140L of water. Laundry facilities closed to early especially when you need to dry and wash clothing in a non commercial machine / dryer (which you pay for) Was a bit over priced unfortunately would not stay again.

10

Diane

Dec 3, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Property has beautiful gardens and owners were very friendly and helpful. Nothing we didn’t like

10

Sarah

Mar 23, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Having a laundry room was really handy. The apartment was spacious and warm. Stayed for 2 nights but I wish I could've stayed longer!

8

HOCK CHEONG

Mar 4, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very spacious room and beautiful garden.

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently describe cottages as clean and tidy, with a rare complaint about shower hair and vacuuming.

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10

lyndon

Sep 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Not modern but very tidy recently painted

10

Larisa

Dec 30, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The cosiest place I’ve ever stayed at. Clean, well equipped, friendly service. The location and surrounding are beautiful and close to Queenstown at the same time. Highly recommended.

10

John

Feb 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Really great place to stay , location is perfect and the place is really clean and tidy .

10

Rachel

Jul 21, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We had such an amazing stay at Settlers Cottage Motel. The room was very clean, comfortable and the staff are fantastic. We only stayed one night on our travels however would have loved to have stayed longer! We will be back.

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Katrina

Jun 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Carl was an excellent host the property being a cottage was lovely. Needed a better vacuum and there was hair in the shower, The only downfall we had one SHORT shower and then it was stone cold no hot water for the other 2 of us staying, (we were offered to use the shower in another cottage and said there is 140L in the tank we must have used it) 1 person would not have used 140L of water. Laundry facilities closed to early especially when you need to dry and wash clothing in a non commercial machine / dryer (which you pay for) Was a bit over priced unfortunately would not stay again.

10

Wayne

Oct 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Fantastic stay, super friendly hosts who were really helpful, clean and tidy accomodation, cant fault it. Certainly recommend this place.

10

Isabel

Feb 12, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Fantastic host. We felt so welcome. This was our home away from home. Clean, tidy, comfortable. Loved spending time there. Will definitely be back. Thanks for hosting us.

10

Stuart

Feb 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice cottage that was clean and the was a friendly cat that welcomed us

10

heather

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet clean, very helpful owners

10

Patricia A

Nov 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A delightful “room,” which included a spacious living room. Period furnishings and plenty of dishes. Absolutely sparkling clean.

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Rooms

Rooms feature vintage character with practical amenities; sizes range from compact to spacious, heating is effective, and beds and showers earn praise.

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Tracey

Apr 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Location, location!!! The rooms are a cottage and very cosy. They are not big so storing suitcases out of the way is tricky. Easy stroll to the main shopping strip. The accessible walks/hikes from Settlers is insanely exciting. Thank you Karl for your kind hospitality!!!

10

mary

Nov 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Easy quick check in and out. Friendly hosts (especially charlie and monty) Spacious room well equipped. Great location with parking. Comfortable bed, great shower.

10

Judith

Apr 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very warm welcome from Carl. Property visually appealing inside and out. Room large, beds comfy and shower just amazing.

10

Sarah

Mar 23, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Having a laundry room was really handy. The apartment was spacious and warm. Stayed for 2 nights but I wish I could've stayed longer!

10

Lorraine

Apr 25, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

From the moment we arrived Jayne made us feel welcome - she has the perfect personality for this industry - bubbly, knowledgeable and super accommodating with lots of great advice about local activities especially cycling trails . The cottage was warm and very well set up with everything we needed and great wifi . Cheers

10

Mandy

Apr 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

If you like an old fashioned cottage then this is a lovely place to stay. The rooms are small but beautifully decorated. The owner is both friendly and helpful. We loved it.

10

John

Mar 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Spent two nights here, bracketing a day trip to Milford Sound. Arrowtown is cute, historic (with an extensive and excellent historical museum), small, friendly and intimate community. The cottage we had, two bedrooms (and two en-suite bathrooms!) was comfortable, roomy and we’ll equipped. Great beds and bedding, gardens, very quiet at night. Owner was helpful and outgoing with every inquiry we had. Compared to bustling, modern and impersonal Queenstown it was heaven. NO complaints, relaxed and excellent.

10

Peter

Aug 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Walking distance to town centre, comfortable bed and good heating in room. Nice shower. Recommend!

10

Patricia A

Nov 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A delightful “room,” which included a spacious living room. Period furnishings and plenty of dishes. Absolutely sparkling clean.

8

Marilyn

Mar 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The place was quaint with a lot of character. Even though the cottages were old, they had been updated and were quite spacious. Location is in a nice quiet neighborhood with an easy walk to town.

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Service

Hosts are widely praised as warm, welcoming, and helpful with local tips and flexible arrangements. One review noted a maintenance issue that was not resolved until morning.

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Margo

Mar 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Jayne was excellent at meeting our needs. We had a couple of extra requests and she was able to make it all work for us. Jayne and Carl were both lovely and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The motel is so convenient we could walk everywhere and we got great recommendations about restaurants and a taxi to take us out of town. Would stay there again and price was right.

10

Michael

Jan 5, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice cottage, Jayne and Carl made you feel very welcome, was nice to sit out in the sun in the garden. Only 5 minutes walk into Arrowtown. Would recommend.

10

Heather

Nov 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The reception on arrival, the flower garden and the unique units with amazing climbing roses over our entrance. Inside everything that we needed for a great stay, and anything extra we needed like an iron supplied straight away. Fantastic oh and the Christmas lights and decorations. Brilliant! 👌

10

Jo

Feb 11, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The hosts were lovely, warm, welcoming people. We really enjoyed our few days in Arrowtown. Easy 2 minute walk to the main st but in a quiet location. Loved the historic character and sunny spot. We’ll be back.

4

Kiara

Jul 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Didn’t have hot water for one of the nights staff were unable to do anything till the morning no refund or anything was offered

10

Lorraine

Apr 25, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

From the moment we arrived Jayne made us feel welcome - she has the perfect personality for this industry - bubbly, knowledgeable and super accommodating with lots of great advice about local activities especially cycling trails . The cottage was warm and very well set up with everything we needed and great wifi . Cheers

10

George

Nov 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

What a gem in Arrowtown! Such a cute cottage, adorned with flowers and a welcoming environment. Owners were also very welcoming, while going out of their way to ensure our comfort. Location was quite convenient and walkable to town. Thank you for a memorable experience.

10

John

Mar 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Spent two nights here, bracketing a day trip to Milford Sound. Arrowtown is cute, historic (with an extensive and excellent historical museum), small, friendly and intimate community. The cottage we had, two bedrooms (and two en-suite bathrooms!) was comfortable, roomy and we’ll equipped. Great beds and bedding, gardens, very quiet at night. Owner was helpful and outgoing with every inquiry we had. Compared to bustling, modern and impersonal Queenstown it was heaven. NO complaints, relaxed and excellent.

10

Isabel

Feb 12, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Fantastic host. We felt so welcome. This was our home away from home. Clean, tidy, comfortable. Loved spending time there. Will definitely be back. Thanks for hosting us.

10

ROSS

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

An amazingly comfortable and equipped accommodation. The hosts allowed for our late (about 9pm) arrival and had the heaters on for our arrival. A wonderful stay just a few minutes walk to the main street of Arrowtown.

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Location

Quiet, walkable setting a few minutes from Arrowtown’s main street, with easy access to local walking and cycling trails.

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Tracey

Apr 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Location, location!!! The rooms are a cottage and very cosy. They are not big so storing suitcases out of the way is tricky. Easy stroll to the main shopping strip. The accessible walks/hikes from Settlers is insanely exciting. Thank you Karl for your kind hospitality!!!

10

Larisa

Dec 30, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The cosiest place I’ve ever stayed at. Clean, well equipped, friendly service. The location and surrounding are beautiful and close to Queenstown at the same time. Highly recommended.

10

Teresa

Mar 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely setting, warm and friendly hosts and just a short walk to town

10

Michael

Jan 5, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice cottage, Jayne and Carl made you feel very welcome, was nice to sit out in the sun in the garden. Only 5 minutes walk into Arrowtown. Would recommend.

10

Jo

Feb 11, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The hosts were lovely, warm, welcoming people. We really enjoyed our few days in Arrowtown. Easy 2 minute walk to the main st but in a quiet location. Loved the historic character and sunny spot. We’ll be back.

10

Suzanne

Feb 6, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Awesome wee cottage, nestled in Arrowtown, two minute walk down to the township. Love the shabby chic vibe, everything there, no complaints. Host lovely. Would stay again for sure!

10

Christine

Jan 21, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a really enjoyable stay. Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. Perfect location to town and surrounding areas. Would definitely stay here again.

10

George

Nov 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

What a gem in Arrowtown! Such a cute cottage, adorned with flowers and a welcoming environment. Owners were also very welcoming, while going out of their way to ensure our comfort. Location was quite convenient and walkable to town. Thank you for a memorable experience.

10

Claire

Aug 3, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Great little accomodation in arrowtown. Rooms were comfortable and warm. Such a close walk to the town centre. Would come back and stay here. Owners very friendly and helpful.

10

Kenneth

Jan 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Charming, genuine. Lots of old-world charm. Roomy and comfortable. Quiet. Easy walk to restaurants, etc. Highly recommend.

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