Criterion Club Hotel
13 Tarbert Street
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10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“Looks like it used to be a nice place back in the day, and it's close to the riv…”
“Staff were good, location is amazing”
“There was a kitchen and a dining room which was very convenient”
“Bathroom was disgusting - broken window taped up with ripped and mouldey old pap…”
“Service ok”
“Staff were very friendly and helpful”
“Good location near centre of town with river view - comfortable bed and very cle…”
“Parking on the street was ok too”
Overview
Located in Alexandra, 34 km from Central Otago District Council, Criterion Club Hotel provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers a shared kitchen, an ATM and free WiFi. The hotel features family rooms. At the hotel, all rooms come with a wardrobe. At Criterion Club Hotel each room is fitted with bed linen and towels. You can play darts at the accommodation. The nearest airport is Queenstown Airport, 87 km from Criterion Club Hotel.
Traveller reviews
Jason
solo_traveller
May 31, 2026
“No drama, no frills, no people - just fine for me.”
I was the only one there for first few days. It was like being on the set of The Shining. I like that film. It is between seasons so I expect that when it snows there are more people. I did like having a kitchen to use. And I like the no frills aspect. Parking on the street was ok too.
lee
solo_traveller
May 4, 2026
It was very basic
Darryl
solo_traveller
April 27, 2026
“Cheap place to stay, but past it's best”
Fairly cheap relative to most places, but the current state of the place reflects that - has definitely passed its days of glory and is in need of some restoration and refurbishment. Looks like it used to be a nice place back in the day, and it's close to the river and central town.
Amandeep
family_with_children
April 27, 2026
“Please pay attention towards keeping it clean and do something related to bed bugs.”
Staff were good, location is amazing. View from windows was great.
Pauline
couple
April 25, 2026
“Never stayed walked out”
Nothing
Maria
solo_traveller
April 22, 2026
There was a kitchen and a dining room which was very convenient.
Fred
couple
April 22, 2026
“Ugh.”
Location
Harete
couple
April 15, 2026
Little to like. It was as if it were a half-way house. Bathroom was disgusting - broken window taped up with ripped and mouldey old paper - the floor was filthy. It should not be allowed to be approved as accomodation
Teressa
solo_traveller
April 13, 2026
“Uncomfortable”
Location perfect
jason
solo_traveller
April 5, 2026
“Cheap but not cheap enough”
The property was cheap because it is dated , which didn't bother us but unfortunately so was the bed and the general care of the room. Potential been missed here a shame for such simple fixes.
Maria
family_with_children
March 29, 2026
“Affordable overnight stay.Needs more cleanliness.No wifi on the back rooms.”
Good they have a toaster and microwave in the kitchen.
Arati
couple
March 27, 2026
Location
Diane
couple
March 25, 2026
“The orie reflects its run down state but it was clean and comfortable”
Good location near centre of town with river view - comfortable bed and very clean
Cowan
solo_traveller
March 23, 2026
It was cheap
Keith
solo_traveller
March 21, 2026
“Terrible”
Nothing
SUZANNE
couple
March 20, 2026
“Sleep in your car.. can't believe bookin.com could endorse this accommodation”
Beer was cold. Service ok
Gerard
extended_group
March 18, 2026
Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Judy
couple
March 14, 2026
“Good value”
Rowan
solo_traveller
March 4, 2026
“Underwhelming accommodation. Long overdue for an overhaul and update.”
Location to the river for a walk.
jules
couple
February 28, 2026
“Nightmare”
The room is a total wreck, but considering what I paid and the reviews I read, I didn't expect much else
Facilities
Activities
Billiards, Darts, Happy hour, Live sport events (broadcast)
Food & Drink
Bar
General
Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Parking
Parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Free parking
Services
ATM/cash machine on site, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping
Standard Queen Room
Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Among the room amenities are executive lounge access, a wardrobe and a dressing room as well as river views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Comfort Triple Room with Shower
Offering free toiletries, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Among the room amenities are executive lounge access, a wardrobe and a dressing room as well as river views. The unit has 2 beds.
Budget Twin Room
Providing free toiletries, this twin room includes a shared bathroom with a hairdryer. Among the room amenities are executive lounge access, a wardrobe and a dressing room as well as river views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Economy Single Room
Featuring free toiletries, this single room includes a private bathroom with a hairdryer. The single room has carpeted floors and features executive lounge access, a wardrobe and a dressing room. The unit has 1 bed.
Single Room with Bathroom
Featuring free toiletries, this single room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The single room features executive lounge access, a wardrobe, a dressing room as well as a carpeted floor. The unit has 1 bed.
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