Welcome to the friendly Lauder Hotel. Once called the Lauder Railway Hotel, our country hotel has been around since 1904 and is situated conveniently on the Central Otago Rail Trail.

The Lauder Hotel has new owners, the Patterson family of Gerald and his son, Chris and daughter in law, Pip. We invite you to come and meet us. Gerald and his friendly staff welcome you to a good old country hotel that is literally right on the rail trail. The “pub” is a must stop for travellers, rail trail riders and locals, providing a warm and friendly atmosphere.

All day snacks will be available every day with good hearty country meals served seven nights a week.

The cellar will be stocked with NZ’s favourite beers and a good selection of Central Otago wines.

To make the most of Central Otago’s long hot summers, there is a wonderful garden bar and other outdoor areas are to be developed. Plans include a petanque court and a place for kids to play.

As for hospitality, Gerald and his staff promises you won’t want to leave! We hope you come and meet the team at the Lauder Hotel soon.