We stopped for one night at this motel after a long day of driving. Although we hadn't made a reservation, this did not cause any problems. It was a spacious studio room (no separate bedroom) with a queen and a single bed. It was quite nice and the hosts were very pleasant. One piece of advice -- You might want... More

We were in a very generously proportioned studio room with spa bath. It was excellent; the furnishings and decoration were modern and very well appointed. The amount of space was "just right"; it did not feel cramped, which is not something we can say for many other NZ motels we've stayed in! The owners were very friendly and helpful. On... More

We had a chance to get away and found that The Alpine Rose was the cleanest place that we have ever stayed in. Plus we could make our own brecky or they could provide one for us at a small cost. Also the big spa bath was a dream. Our job takes us from Christchurch to Greymouth and Hokitika Tuesday... More

My partner was in Greymouth doing a course so we stayed here for a week while I was up visiting.Very clean room and huge comfy bed so a good nights sleep was no problem.Spacious bathroom (spa unit) and well stocked kitchen.Supermarket,Beauty Spa,Liquor Store,Bakery and Pizza outlet all within a stones throw of motel.Local swimming pool 5 mins. walk (if that).I... More

Looks can be deceiving. this looked great on the outside, but the interior is outdated and needs updating. not quite what a commercial traveller looks for when your are looking to replicate your home environment.

We stayed in the Alpine Rose unexpectedly one evening. We set off from Queenstown early in the morning with the intention of driving to the Frans Josef Glacier, unfortunately the road was closed due to a landslide so we attempted to go the long way round going over the Arthur's pass. After driving for 12 hours we decided to call... More

Stayed a night there as Gables Motor Lodge ran out of standard room. Overall, for the price we paid, it's a decent place to stay for a night. Pros: * Spacious room * Sufficient heating provided for the room & toilet * Disable friendly room with handrails in the toilet * Unlimited internet access for just NZD100 Cons: * Dated... More

Stayed one night ... right after Christchurch earthquake.. very frightening time.. Owners were more than willing to accomodate us with a very clean and comfortable room..Provided breakfast in the am and interenet service...will stay there again... thankyou for a wonderful stay.. Mary and Lena NWT and Nova Scotia Canada

Visited the motel durring the high season, we checked some 4 places and the alpine rose was in a good price and was the first to accept us before 2:00 PM !! clean room, good kitchen with everything you might need there was a little incident that in anyother place would have exploit it, the owners of the place was... More