Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
( 03-441 1144;
www.southernexplorer.co.nz
; 59 Buckingham St; day tours $65-160)
Runs 4WD
day tours exploring the improbably scenic landscapes and old mining history around Ar-
rowtown, Skippers Canyon and Glenorchy. Options include overnight camping in Skip-
pers Canyon or Macetown.
Sleeping
Poplar Lodge
HOSTEL $
( 03-442 1466;
www.poplarlodge.co.nz
; 4 Merioneth St; dm/s/apt $30/62/120, d with/without
bathroom $99/70; )
Budget accommodation options are limited in A-town, but this
converted house is an excellent choice. The hostel has a quiet, homely feel, with rooms
that are pleasantly sleep conducive. There's also a self-contained unit in the neighbouring
cottage.
Arrowtown Born Of Gold
HOLIDAY PARK $
( 03-442 1876;
www.arrowtownholidaypark.co.nz
; 12 Centennial Ave; campsites $36, units
$120-160; )
Close to the centre, this unexceptional holiday park offers a lane of en
suite cabins trimmed with roses and a newish amenities block with coin-operated
showers.
Arrowtown Lodge
B&B $$$
( 03-442 1101;
www.arrowtownlodge.co.nz
; 7 Anglesea St; d $160; )
From the outside, the
guest rooms look like heritage cottages, but inside they're cosy and modern, with en-
suite bathrooms. Each has a private entrance from the pretty gardens. A continental
breakfast is provided.
Old Villa
B&B $$$
( 03-442 1682;
www.arrowtownoldvilla.co.nz
;
13 Anglesea St; s $110, d $140-160; )
Freshly
baked bread and homemade preserves welcome visitors to this heritage-style villa with a
garden just made for summer barbecues. The two en suite double rooms come trimmed
with fresh flowers. One of the rooms has an additional single bed.
