Our Place
Your hosts, Fleur and Roger McKinney welcome you to Inverlair Lodge. A purpose built self-contained country lodge overlooking the Otago Central Rail Trail in Oturehua.
Inverlair Lodge is well suited to the needs of rail trail bikers and walkers as well as a perfect setting for wedding anniversaries, family reunions, corporate functions and conferences. Or those wishing to explore the Ida Valley / Maniototo districts.
The lodge’s indoor/ outdoor flow is complemented by magnificent views of the Hawkdun Ranges and the Ida Valley. The perfect setting to relax, refresh and recharge for another memorable day in the Maniototo.
We provide
• Six en-suite rooms for up to 16 people.
• Complementary continental breakfast.
• Spacious lounge dining and outdoor areas.
We also offer
• Cooked breakfasts and espresso coffee.
• A guest bar service.
• Other meal options on request.
The lodge is
• Wheelchair friendly.
• Right on the Rail Trail.
And our facilities include
• Portacot and high-chair available upon request.
• Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the lodge.
• Covered bike shed with e-bike charging.
• Cycle repair facilities.
• Laundry facilities.
• Gas BBQ.
• Spa Pool.
Eftpos is available
You’ll find us at the Intersection of Hills Creek Rd and the Ida Valley Omakau Rd. Right on the Otago Central Rail Trail.

What our previous guests have said
Stayed a night as part of the Otago Rail Trail. Wonderful room and facilities, including heated floors in the bathroom. Enjoyed the spa after a day's
Roz Feyen
What a fabulous stay! Impeccably clean rooms, fabulous facilities and hosts who treated us like family. Our hosts warmly welcomed us, showed us the facilities
Flandidly
The room and shared spaces were so comfortable, the spa was the perfect thing after a day on the rail trail. There is enough space to be social if you feel
Berrith B
We stayed at Inverlair while cycling the Rail Trail. Our rooms were spacious, spotless and quiet. Our wonderful hosts went out of their way to make us feel
Dale P
Restful, calm, luxurious. Very welcoming, & comfortable, beautiful location. Fleur & Roger were lovely and caring hosts (which we needed) They think of
Kathy, Australia
We stayed here whilst on the Otago Rail Trail. Friendly, helpful hosts, lovely room, great spa, delicious breakfast.
Janene Paynter