There is a very good selection of accommodation types along the trail from Camping Grounds, Farm Stays, Country Hotels, Cottages, Motels through to the higher end. Check out the listings of the options available in the areas you chose to stay.
Discuss your preferred options with your Tour Planner and they will make the bookings for you. If riding the trail independently, you can make your own bookings to meet your requirements.
We recommend that you book your evening meals in advance and enquire if they offer courtesy pick up and drop offs from your accommodation, as many offer this service.
97 Motel Moray
97 Motel Moray is the closest motel complex to the Octagon, the centre of Dunedin City.
Hyde Lodge
Perfectly located at Hyde, situated on the Central Otago Rail Trail and only one hour by vehicle from Dun…
Woodlands Motels & Apartments
Woodlands Village Motels & Apartments Dunedin offer a range of units to suit your needs. Relax in spaciou…
Old Post Office Backpackers (self-contained)
You'll be writing home about this bright, cheerful and clean budget and backpacker accommodation.
Centennial Court Hotel
Centennial Court Hotel offers great Southern Hospitality to those travelling in the Central Otago area.
Big Sky Cottage
Gorgeous, self-contained character deco-style mud brick house right in Lauder village, 100m from Rail Tra…
Hartley Arms Accommodation
Historic stacked stone accommodation in a peaceful garden setting in Clyde's historic heart.
Leviathan Heritage Hotel
Central to Dunedin, the Leviathan Hotel offers traveler and tourist, convenient, comfortable accommodatio…
Hartley Homestead
Hartley Homestead Bed and Breakfast Welcomes You. We hope your stay is memorable and you are able to enj…
The Lord Clyde
Located in the historic heart of Clyde, Central Otago, The Lord Clyde offers sophisticated, luxury accomm…
Waipiata Motel
In the tiny Central Otago trailside historic settlement of Waipiata, sitting right on the Otago Central R…
97 Motel Moray
97 Motel Moray is the closest motel complex to the Octagon, the centre of Dunedin City.
Hyde Lodge
Perfectly located at Hyde, situated on the Central Otago Rail Trail and only one hour by vehicle from Dun…
Woodlands Motels & Apartments
Woodlands Village Motels & Apartments Dunedin offer a range of units to suit your needs. Relax in spaciou…
Old Post Office Backpackers (self-contained)
You'll be writing home about this bright, cheerful and clean budget and backpacker accommodation.
Centennial Court Hotel
Centennial Court Hotel offers great Southern Hospitality to those travelling in the Central Otago area.
Big Sky Cottage
Gorgeous, self-contained character deco-style mud brick house right in Lauder village, 100m from Rail Tra…
Hartley Arms Accommodation
Historic stacked stone accommodation in a peaceful garden setting in Clyde's historic heart.
Leviathan Heritage Hotel
Central to Dunedin, the Leviathan Hotel offers traveler and tourist, convenient, comfortable accommodatio…
Hartley Homestead
Hartley Homestead Bed and Breakfast Welcomes You. We hope your stay is memorable and you are able to enj…
The Lord Clyde
Located in the historic heart of Clyde, Central Otago, The Lord Clyde offers sophisticated, luxury accomm…
Waipiata Motel
In the tiny Central Otago trailside historic settlement of Waipiata, sitting right on the Otago Central R…
How long does it take?
The Trail is 152km long. How far you travel in one day will depend on your level of fitness. When cycling the average speed for most of us is 10km per hour, many people allow 3 - 5 days. The average walking pace is 4 - 6km per hour, allow at least 6 days.
Can I ride the Trail as an independent traveller?
Yes, but please make sure you plan your trip using our map and the Plan page on our webpage. Please also read the Trail Conditions page. Our website has a 'Plan your Trip Guide' and some suggested itineraries you may wish to consider.
What level of fitness is required to complete the Trail?
This is a Grade 1 Cycle Trail, which is the easiest level cycling experience, with no tight bends or steep inclines. If you or some of your group have not been on a bike for some time it would be a good idea to take a few weeks to get bike fit. The more accustomed you are to a bike seat the more you will enjoy the trip. :-)
There are plenty of places to stop and read about the history along the trail and take your photographs. The trail is a compacted gravel pathway although in some short sections you may experience some loose stones.
The trail is wide enough for cyclists to ride side by side if they wish and there is no congestion at all as you enjoy a wonderful experience amongst spectacular scenery.
There are e-bikes , kid tows and adaptive bikes available for hire from the Cycle Operators.