Royal Mail Hotel is offering accommodations in Lumsden. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a shared kitchen and a shared lounge. The hotel features family rooms. The rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Guests at Royal Mail Hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Lumsden, like skiing and cycling. Invercargill Airport is 50 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
1 twin bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 full bed
1 bunk bed
2 bunk beds
and
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.3
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.2
Value for money
8.3
Location
8.5
Free Wifi
8.0
High score for Lumsden

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • James
    the United States the United States
    The owner Mel was a gracious host. She took the time to talk with us about the history of the hotel. She also engaged in having delightful conversations with us. The decor of the hotel kept its history which made it more enjoyable. The...
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    Tom
    the United States the United States
    We needed a place around Lumsden for a few days of fishing in the area. The Royal Mail Hotel was located right in the middle of where we needed to be, so the location was great. The hotel had been there for over 100 years and it was fun to read...
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    Robert
    the United States the United States
    The music from the bar was a little distracting before I went to sleep:)
  • Evan
    New Zealand New Zealand
    A nicely renovated old hotel with lots of charm. Great location with food and drink available in tavern next door. Ideal for our group of 8. Received good instructions on lockboxes and other room details.
  • G
    the United States the United States
    The rooms were nice and comfy, and the handmade soaps gave an extra bit of love. The use of the kitchen and great room was convenient as well.
  • Darrell
    the United States the United States
    great spot to crash while fishing in Lumsden area. i stayed in a small room that used a shared bath. i was worried about the shared bath part, but there were multiple bathrooms and showers just outside my door. all very clean.
  • Marius
    Germany Germany
    We had a great stay at the Royal Mail Hotel. The room was very clean and comfortable, even thought it's quite small. Easy Check-In and Check-Out. Nice Lounge to relax. Thanks for everything!
  • Julian
    Australia Australia
    Loved the atmosphere. Beautifully and lovingly decorated. Wished we could stay longer. Very comfortable bed.
  • Tomas
    the Czech Republic the Czech Republic
    All as expected. Shared bathrooms are clean. Wifi is working well.
  • Arthur
    Australia Australia
    The Royal Mail is a charming and historic hotel kept in excellent condition by Mel, its Canadian owner. It is cosy and comfortable with both old-world touches (eg, a large high-ceiling kitchen and living room with deep armchairs and antiques) and...

Hotel area info

Amenities of Royal Mail Hotel

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries

Bedroom

  • Linens

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Ski

  • Ski storage

Activities

  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Sitting area

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
Royal Mail Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 00:00 and 06:00
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
NZD 20 per stay

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the hotel. Just make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

For bookings made in the shared dorm room: please ensure to select the number of beds for each guest.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Royal Mail Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Royal Mail Hotel

  • Check-in at Royal Mail Hotel is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Room options at Royal Mail Hotel include:

    • Triple
    • Single
    • Double
    • Twin/Double
    • Twin
    • Family
  • Royal Mail Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Skiing
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Royal Mail Hotel is 2,600 feet from the center of Lumsden. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Royal Mail Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Royal Mail Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.