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Poshtel, hotel in Oamaru

Featuring a shared lounge, bar and views of city, Poshtel is located in Oamaru, 23 miles from Moeraki Boulders. The property has luggage storage space and free WiFi throughout the property.

Everything! Lovely, very comfortable room. Very friendly staff and although breakfast is simple, we really enjoyed it.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
1,096 reviews
Price from£84.97per night
Brydone Hotel Oamaru, hotel in Oamaru

Built in 1881, Brydone Hotel Oamaru is located in central Oamaru, within walking distance of the historic town center.

Cute property with good bar and restaurant. Close to everything. Enjoyed our stay
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
1,052 reviews
Price from£90.41per night
Alma Motel, hotel in Oamaru

Boasting free Wi-Fi, Alma Motel is located 1.9 mi south of Oamaru and features accommodations with a microwave and refrigerator.

Lovely and quiet, friendly welcome.
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
735 reviews
Price from£51.98per night
Alpine Motel, hotel in Oamaru

Offering accommodations with free Wi-Fi and satellite TV, Alpine Motel is located just 5 minutes’ walk from the town center. Accommodations options include apartments and studio rooms.

Great location
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
453 reviews
Price from£60.16per night
Federation House, hotel in Oamaru

Federation House B&B Inn offers a homely choice of accommodations in Oamaru. Guests enjoy free WiFi.

The Federation House is a gem! The host is great, the building is historic, and a little quirky but in a good way. The facilities, breakfast and the location are superb. Love it!
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
489 reviews
Price from£72.19per night
Oamaru TOP 10 Holiday Park, hotel in Oamaru

Just 5 minutes’ drive from Oamaru town center, Oamaru TOP 10 Holiday Park offers a covered BBQ area, bicycle rental service and tour desk. Free on-site parking is provided.

Clean, well maintained rims and grounds. Quiet part of town but still walkable.
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
528 reviews
Price from£43.80per night
Colonial Lodge Motel, hotel in Oamaru

Offering free WiFi, barbecue facilities and a sunny terrace, Colonial Lodge Motel is just 10 minutes’ drive from Oamaru Beach.

The equipment is new although it looks old from outsides.
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
587 reviews
Price from£82.30per night
Coastal Accommodation, hotel in Oamaru

Coastal Accommodations offers guests their own private room in Oamaru. Free private parking and free WiFi is available on site. Every room has access to a shared bathroom with 2 separate showers.

Location good.Tidy and clean lovely sea view.cumfy bed
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
254 reviews
Price from£36.10per night
Heritage Court Motor Lodge Oamaru, hotel in Oamaru

Heritage Court Motor Lodge is 2 mi from the Oamaru Public Botanical Gardens and 2.9 mi from Oamaru Blue Penguins Colony. It offers a restaurant, free parking on site, and free Wi-Fi access.

beds
7.7
Scored 7.7
Good
Rated good
924 reviews
Price from£64.97per night
Aqua On Reed, hotel in Oamaru

Providing a garden, Aqua On Reed features accommodations in Oamaru. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are accessible at the vacation home free of charge. Guests can use a terrace.

Love the style and setup of the property. Very comfortable bed!
9.4
Scored 9.4
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
207 reviews
Price from£129.95per night
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What Guests Said About Oamaru:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    The North Otago (base in Oamaru) area is a hidden gem.

    The North Otago (base in Oamaru) area is a hidden gem. Penguins, seals, steam punk, cheese factory, crayfish and blue cod at Moeraki, historic sites. And good restaurants in Oamaru and the area (Whitestone Diner -- as long as you like cheese, Fat Sally's, Fishwife, Moeraki Tavern, Hampden Fish shop and others). We go back regularly and the area rarely disappoints. To enjoy fully you need a car.
    Nic
    New Zealand
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Oamaru is a vibrant little town with a lot activities plus...

    Oamaru is a vibrant little town with a lot activities plus the the little penguins getting around is very easy , I go often to Oamaru to visit friends eat at the start and garter, the theatre and art scene is nice.
    Martine
    New Zealand
  • 10
    Scored 10

    It's a really cool town, the victorian precinct is amazing...

    It's a really cool town, the victorian precinct is amazing and you can spend hours just walking and admiring the buildings. There's a farmers market on Sundays and a lovely train that departs from the front to Steampunk museum to the penguin colony. It's a short but beautiful ride. There are sea lions and seals everywhere and it's guaranteed you'll take nice pictures from them 😉
    Ceciik
    Argentina
  • 10
    Scored 10

    We loved Oamaru.

    We loved Oamaru. It was a beautiful little town with stunning architecture and things to do. We enjoyed the steam punk HQ and the museums available to celebrate the towns heritage. Plenty of cafes and restaurants available and good quality food/ beverages.
    Parry
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    The penguin sanctuary was lovely and we saw penguins during...

    The penguin sanctuary was lovely and we saw penguins during the day in the nests. The evening tour was fully booked so get in early if you want to do that.. The steam punk museum was suitably odd and they were very friendly when we got caught in a downpour and stayed sheltering there while they were closing. Plenty of chance to see seals basking on the foreshore. The victorian precinct however was just a street - possibly more exciting if you are from New Zealand of Australia but we live in a property older than anything on the street so not really that exciting if you are from the UK or the older cities in the US
    Lesley
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    A very pleasant surprise, was recommended to stop here by...

    A very pleasant surprise, was recommended to stop here by a friend, so glad we did. A quirky place , so much history. The Victorian quarter alone was wonderful. Steampunk also worth a look. Easy to walk around the town too. Ps some hilly streets 😀
    amanda
    Australia

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Oamaru

  • Avg. price/night: £72.19
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 489 reviews
    Roger the host was very welcoming and had provided everything we needed for our comforts. The bed we slept in was the most comfortable of anywhere we have stayed. It was a bonus to be able to chat with other guests in the dining room, something you don't get in motels or hotels. Great view too. There was the initial shock of our surroundings as it is a house full of incredible stuff but it was more interesting than off putting. An experience we will remember for a long time.
    Denise
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £90.41
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,052 reviews
    High quality bathroom facilities and beautiful decor. Exceeded expectations. The location was amazing, Brydone Hotel is in the CBD. We were travelling with a ute and a trailer and the parking at the rear of the building was outstanding, with plenty of room. (This may be different if an event was on, but our experience was that it was perfect for us (we phoned first to check). Polite staff, this accommodation is of excellent value and delighted that we stayed there.
    Karen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £63.53
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,120 reviews
    Clean room, it had everything we needed :) kitchen is small but well equipped and bathroom is nice too. There was a functioning new heater and beds were comfy. I especially liked that we could move the double bed, to create a massive triple bed so that our baby doesn't fall off her bed :D (of course, we moved everything back to original position when leaving). It is walking distance to town (even though we drove). Oamaru is great <3
    Nina
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £40.91
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 521 reviews
    I liked the location of The Empire Hotel, it is very close to where my friends live, as well as being close to the Victorian Quarter. The Staff were very pleasant, there is a nice feel/ atmosphere to the place. May I suggest that a couple more tables be put in the parlour, for people to eat at. I liked the Cleanliness too, but not the hard pillow. No problem I will return and will recomend The Empire to others.
    Julie
    Solo traveler
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 121 reviews
    This accommodation was luxury extraordinaire. We felt spoilt and our room was massive with all the amenities provided we couldn't have ask for more. The breakfast had a lot of choices and was laid out like a 5 star hotel. The hosts David & Liz were warm, friendly, attentive and it's obvious they really enjoy people's company. Liz even turned down our bed and put the heater on whilst we watched the penguins.
    Janette
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £40.91
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 521 reviews
    Thanks to the hospitable and friendly staff it's been for me the very best accommodation in New Zealand. I was very greatful to them even for not being so strict with checking out times, free left luggage room and so on. And Oamaru itself - you must visit the town to understand the atmosphere. Would love to come once again.
    Luboš Suchý
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £84.97
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,096 reviews
    The location of this hotel was perfect. It was a cozy stay with all the amenities. Breakfast is a continental affair. so if you need eggs and meat, you'll need another option. But there were crumpets, bagels, great bread, yogurt, fruit, cereal, etc. We had more than enough to get us through until dinner!
    Jan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £77.01
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 156 reviews
    30 minute drive from Oamaru but well worth it. Cute and cozy cabin (former school house) on a sheep farm. Everything you need for home comfort, Wi-Fi, hot shower, comfy bed, washing machine, and basic breakfast. Very welcoming hosts! Love the hens that come and visit!
    Augustus
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £86.15
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 762 reviews
    Excellent service, we had late check in and they accommodated for that. Staff were absolutely amazing. Facilities cleaned daily, cleanest motel i’ve ever been in. Lovely room with a great layout. Will recommend to anyone staying in Oamaru! Thanks for having us
    Hannah
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £105.88
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 28 reviews
    Beautiful cottage in the heart of Oamaru. Great location especially if you have a reservation at Cucina. The accommodation was clean and had everything you could need. Wonderful log burner for a cold night. I highly recommend this place.
    Susan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £91.44
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 296 reviews
    The Villa is an amazing Victorian house nestled in the middle of Oamaru. The house is comfortable and everything you need to make it a home away from home is provided.
    Michael
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £86.63
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 133 reviews
    To Dunedin and Timaru 1 hour 30 mins. Free blue penguin viewing at Timaru after dark and before dawn. Close to pay to view blue penguin for NZD 40 at Oamaru.
    Tong
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £84.97
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,096 reviews
    I just love this hotel! Very unique decoration, cozy room and friendly staff. Convenient to every scene. Will be the first choice to stay in Oamaru!
    Shaojun
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £79.41
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 655 reviews
    Perfect for what we wanted for our one night stay in Oamaru! Clean, comfortable & quiet! Easy friendly check in & check out! Would recommend!
    Jean
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £72.19
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 934 reviews
    We had a very comfortable stay in Oamaru to see the blue penguins. The Motel is only a short stroll away from the beach and town center.
    John
    Young couple
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 259 reviews
    Good location, 89 sq. meters, well equipped, clean, pretty interior decoration, gorgeous bay view, washing machine, great value
    Jiang
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £72.19
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 934 reviews
    We booked later than expected and this motel served our needs. Cheery operator and the place was spotlessly clean.
    Dorothy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £96.26
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 587 reviews
    we didn't have breakfast and never do when we stay at motels. The motel was quiet and restful for us.
    Macey
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £120.32
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 249 reviews
    Location on the outskirts of Oamaru was great... very quiet, beautiful setting, facilities amazing
    Douglas
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £43.80
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 528 reviews
    Staff, space (we were in a motel unit) kids entertainment, everything!
    Jessica
    Family with young children