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.
Deb
United Kingdom
Everything! Lovely, very comfortable room. Very friendly staff and although breakfast is simple, we really enjoyed it.
Teschemakers Resort is set on a 70-acre land. The 3-star property is located in Oamaru. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom.
Linda
United States of America
The serenity, comfort, and history of the property made us feel both lucky and clever to have stayed tgere.
Boasting free Wi-Fi, Alma Motel is located 1.9 mi south of Oamaru and features accommodations with a microwave and refrigerator.
Alex
New Zealand
The motel is just a stone's throw away from the city centre. The room was very spacious for a 2 person stay with a private car porch. The host was very friendly and offered advice on tips to see the blue penguins.
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.
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.
ian
United States of America
We were delayed arriving. Top 10 Oamaru worked with us, helped change and upgrade our booking. Made the stay perfect.
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.
Liliana & Joseph Pali
New Zealand
Location good.Tidy and clean lovely sea view.cumfy bed
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.
On average, 3-star hotels in Oamaru cost $109 per night, and 4-star hotels in Oamaru are $119 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Oamaru can be found for $109 per night, on average (based on Booking.com prices).
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Oamaru this weekend is $121 or, for a 4-star hotel, $153. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Oamaru for this weekend cost around $380 per night, on average (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs $106 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Oamaru for tonight. You'll pay around $121 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Oamaru will cost around $318, on average (based on Booking.com prices).
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 😀
This self-contained unit was a true gem from the color scheme throughout the unit to the well-appointed bathroom to the perfectly sized kitchen. We like having a bedroom separate from the 'living" area, and this fit the bill. Violeta could not have been more gracious and helpful with restaurant suggestions. The "tourist" area of Oamaru is literally two blocks away and the penguin colony is also easily accessible. This place is so convenient, NOT on a major highway, and priced right. What more could you ask for.
Marshall is a charming and personable manager.
The ambience is friendly and welcoming.
The kitchen is well equipped and cleaned morning and evening.
The bathrooms are kept very clean and there is always hot water in the showers.
The location is absolutely central, so convenient for all attractions yet very quiet.
We greatly appreciate the fact that The Empire Hotel is still providing quality accommodation as it did when it was first opened. It continues to be part of Oamaru’s history.
I didn’t end up staying at this place. once I arrived and saw the condition of the yard and inside the house, I left. I understand this is a “value” meaning low price property (although I’ve stayed at really nice B&B’s for $60 US in New Zealand)but it is a dump.
Red flags went up immediately meeting Roger and I decided not to stay. Didn’t even matter that I couldn’t get a refund. He did offer to give me a 50%refund if I returned to the house which I didn’t feel comfortable doing.
This backpackers was 100% the nicest place I’ve stayed in New Zealand.
It was immaculately clean, beautifully furnished and welcoming. The lounge areas were warm, clean and cosy and it genuinely felt like a home away from home. This property is an absolute credit to the owners for the care and attention to detail they put into the place. I cannot recommend this accommodation highly enough. Thank you!
Also loved the way the beds were made and the cute penguin theme ☺️
I was given a nice quiet upstairs room. Lovely staff. Very nice room service breakfast. We also enjoyed a nice dinner in the restaurant. I would happily stay there again next time I am judging in the Horse section at the North Otago A&P show, which was literally just a 2 min drive from the motel on Ettrick St, Oamaru. I do hope this motel survives the covid down turn …..they deserve to succeed. Thank you. Celia Shrimpton
Absolutely stunning historic home! I had a very comfortable historic room with a beautiful modern ensuite. The room had a fridge, toaster, french press, and kettle with teas, coffee, sugar, and milk provided. Breakfast was simple and delicious, beautifully presented and delivered to your room. Keri is a wonderful host. If you ask, she will provide some of the history of the home and Oamaru. Wonderful stay!
What an amazing place. I paid $93 for a nights accomodation that if in a hotel would have cost $200 and wheel I had to walk 30 metre to the shower which I didn’t have to climb into a bath ti have a shower head flow hit me in the chest. Great shower, great room, awesome facilities, awesome friendly host. Free wifi…don’t tell anyone about this place or I’ll never get a room again!
YS We were upgraded and it was a large airy room, with access to a courtyard behind the room.
Lovely looking motor lodge, with a manned reception which made everything easy.
Staff were great, comfortable beds and very clean and fresh.
A little way out of town, but only if you want to walk to town.
Quiet and we would stay here again. Thanks
Rosie is very nice and helpful. Her house is very comfortable, clean, and everything is high standard. She tried best to make you feel home, i.e. the candies and mints, cold water to leave for you. The towels were even warm. Her home like 5 start hotel.
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.
The motel is just a stone's throw away from the city centre. The room was very spacious for a 2 person stay with a private car porch. The host was very friendly and offered advice on tips to see the blue penguins.
The hotel was in the centre of a very historic and lovely town. Close to the Stones Brewery at the end of the street near the Steam Punk building. Oamaru is a lovely town with some amazing architecture.
Hotel was interesting and comfortable. Staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Breakfast was simple but had everything you need in a lovely setting. Beds were comfortable and shower was great.
Beautiful clean motel. Friendly staff. Loved the huge bed. Attention to detail with the cleanliness was lovely. Although on the main road it was very guiet. We will be back 🙂AAA+++
Breakfast of cereal, juice, and hot tea, all of which I prepared, suited me. Some guests may have expected a hot meal.
Loved the location in rural Oamaru, reminded me of home.
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.
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