The historic Danseys Pass Hotel has many stories to tell — but some are more elusive than others. Hotel general managers Phillip O’Reilly and Rita Yamgurova have unearthed a number of treasures hailing from the pub’s early years — at nearly 160 years old there is much to be found. Danseys Pass Hotel general managers Rita Yamgurova and Phillip O’Reilly. Mr O’Reilly had hoped renovations in the hotel’s accommodation wing would finally uncover access to the cellar and decades of secrets. The hotel cellar is believed to be under the floor but its precise location remains a mystery.

Source: Otago Daily Times June 14, 2022 06:56 UTC