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Poshtel, hotel in Oamaru

Boasting a shared lounge, bar and views of city, Poshtel is situated in Oamaru, 38 km from Moeraki Boulders. The accommodation features luggage storage space and free WiFi throughout the property.

We loved how the rooms were styled & the amazing decorations in the rooms & in reception.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
1,091 reviews
Price from£78.63per 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 centre.

The Brydone is a historic hotel whose location is central to most attraction of Oamaru, The room was small but clean and comfortable with a great shower. The restaurant/café was great and comfortable, just right for listening to the jazz and blues performances we had come to see.
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
1,067 reviews
Price from£89.52per night
Teschemakers Resort, hotel in Oamaru

Teschemakers Resort is set on a 70-acre land. The 3-star property is situated in Oamaru. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom.

A very friendly, welcoming young lady greeted me on arrival. The room was lovely, large, and very clean. Comfortable bed. Loved the location - it was in a very tranquil setting. May not suit everyone as you need transport to drive to restaurants and shops. I stocked up in Oamaru before my stay. A very restful place to chill out. Take some reading material with you. TV reception?
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
417 reviews
Price from£125.81per night
289 Midway Motel, hotel in Oamaru

A 7-minute walk from Oamaru Town Centre, 289 Midway Motel offers self-contained accommodation and access to a shared balcony with seating.

Clean, comfortable unit
7.7
Scored 7.7
Good
Rated good
1,136 reviews
Price from£59.76per night
Oamaru Backpackers, hotel in Oamaru

Featuring free WiFi, Oamaru Backpackers offers budget accommodation in Oamaru. Some rooms feature views of the sea or garden. You will find a shared kitchen and common area at the property.

very clean, and location was really nice as well.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
611 reviews
Price from£54.73per night
THE MEWS Oamaru, hotel in Oamaru

Located in Oamaru town centre, THE MEWS Oamaru offers self-catering accommodation along with free internet access and private parking. It is a 2-minute drive to Oamaru Steam Railway Station.

Spacious and clean room. Great bathroom with a spa tub. The spa tub was amazing and easy to use. 5 minutes drive to the penguin colony - good for tourists. Easy check-in/out. The heater in the room worked well. Good parking. Amazing TV - Netflix included.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
759 reviews
Price from£90.54per night
Empire Hotel Backpackers, hotel in Oamaru

Set in Oamaru and with Bushy Beach reachable within 2.9 km, Empire Hotel Backpackers offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

Everything exceeded my expectations. I would definitely stay there again.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
512 reviews
Price from£40.51per night
Oamaru Motor Lodge, hotel in Oamaru

Oamaru Motor Lodge features spacious apartments with cooking facilities and outdoor seating areas, just 3 km from Oamaru Racecourse. It offers Wi-Fi access throughout the property.

Being able to take our dog,have used this motel before,because of this.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
656 reviews
Price from£78.63per night
Bella Vista Motel Oamaru, hotel in Oamaru

Bella Vista Motel is 5 minutes' walk from the intercity bus stop and Oamaru's shops and restaurants. The property is also 6 minutes' drive from the Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony.

Location was central.
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
553 reviews
Price from£102.59per night
Heritage Court Motor Lodge Oamaru, hotel in Oamaru

Heritage Court Motor Lodge is 3.2 km from the Oamaru Public Botanical Gardens and 4.7 km from Oamaru Blue Penguins Colony. It offers a restaurant, free parking on site, and free Wi-Fi access.

The room was on the upper level and was quieter than the last time I stayed as that was on the lower level.
7.7
Scored 7.7
Good
Rated good
934 reviews
Price from£70.77per night
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What guests said about Oamaru:

  • 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
  • 10
    Scored 10

    This is a hidden gem of a town with unique stone...

    This is a hidden gem of a town with unique stone architecture and history. I am biased because I worked here for two months years ago. Be sure to visit the garden and use the pool facilities if you have the time. And to top it off it is close to the Moreike Boulders... a must see.
    Mark
    United States

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Oamaru

  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 53 reviews
    Beautifully situated in the Oamaru countryside with a great view from the door. The hut has a double bed, small table, sink, two ring hob and toaster and is more than sufficient for a few nights stay. The bathroom area has a shower, basin and a bamboo composting toilet which was absolutely fine with no smells at all. The owner provides alpaca food to feed the 3 alpacas and 2 sheep nearby to the hut. Overall our stay was excellent with a friendly, efficient owner, a pleasant hut with a great view. 5 out of 5 for our stay.
    Charles
    United Kingdom
  • From £54.73 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 613 reviews
    Oamaru Backpackers is truly a home away from home!!! It’s very homey, comfortable, clean, in a quiet residential area and perfect location to the Blue Penguin Colony, historical area of town and only a few minutes to the wharf! My bed was sooo comfortable & has a privacy curtain! It has a beautiful backyard where one could chill, read a book, eat a meal! The kitchen, dining area, lounge area & solarium are all very clean, spacious & perfect view of the wharf!
    Lorna
    United States
  • From £92.93 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 146 reviews
    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!
    Shellee
    United States
  • From £85.78 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,091 reviews
    we had an apartment with a separate entry and it was awesome. The character of the place was great, having kept the vault door in the bedroom made it really unique. The decor in the lobby and the historical artefacts of Oamaru was really interesting. The breakfast concept also suited us very well. All in all, it’s a very well designed boutique hotel with very nice and attentive staff. Definitely worth the stop.
    houria
    Canada
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 417 reviews
    The hotel was equal distance between Kakanui Beach and Oamaru, which was perfect for us. The rooms were nice and big for us and our 3 children, and the beds comfy. Kids enjoyed exploring the extensive grounds and abandoned old parts of the old school. Pet friendly too, which meant our dog could come was a big bonus.
    Sharon
    New Zealand
  • From £95.31 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 584 reviews
    The layout was perfect for our family with separate bedroom and living room sleeping area. Easy and friendly check in. Slept great on comfortable bed. While nothing jumps out about the motel it delivered more than expected! Also Oamuru turned out to be the hidden gem of our trip! Super interesting town!
    Ricarda
    Canada
  • From £95.31 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 584 reviews
    It’s a super cute little motel with updated rooms and modern amenities. I would happily stay again. It’s only a 5 minute drive into the heart of Oamaru so you’re well away from late night noise. I was travelling alone this time but would stay here with my family and the staff are so friendly.
    A
    Anonymous
    New Zealand
  • From £111.99 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 759 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
    New Zealand
  • From £43.37 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 518 reviews
    Oamaru Top 10 is located on a busier street, but sandwiched within the lovely Oamaru Public Garden with a lovely walk toward the CBD out your door. Facilities were sparkling clean. Hardworking staff. Our En Suite Unit had a magnificent shower.
    Kimberlie
    United States
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 201 reviews
    Everything.This is a farm stay cabin so it’s not a 5 star hotel but that’s not the idea. Delightful to be in the country but really just up the hill from Oamaru. Beautiful garden, highland cattle and alpacas to feed. Wonderful owners.
    Philomena
    Australia
  • From £40.51 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 512 reviews
    Great room in a lovely clean well-maintained historic backpackers in a great location at the centre of Oamaru. Kitchens and bathrooms all clean and good secure space in basement for bikes. And run by lovely friendly people.
    Andrew
    United Kingdom
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 349 reviews
    Tiny house on the rise with a fantastic view over the port and bay of Oamaru. Also view down to the historic precinct which is within walking distance . might be small, but comfortable with everything one might need.
    Duncan
    New Zealand
  • From £113.23 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,067 reviews
    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.
    Patricia
    Australia
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 229 reviews
    Gorgeous heritage house. Beautifully comfortable room. Loved all the special little touches and attention to detail. Jacqui was a fabulous host and would highly recommend staying here when visiting Oamaru
    Julia
    Australia
  • From £71.48 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 489 reviews
    The property was a beautifully renovated villa. The staff were very friendly and provided a continental breakfast in the morning in the dining room with views out over Oamaru and the bay.
    Pamela
    New Zealand
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 295 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
    New Zealand
  • From £104.84 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 262 reviews
    Easy to find (peppermint green), close to Oamaru town center, and a cosy cottage with charming furnishings. Definitely would stay here on a future visit to Oamaru.
    Mark
    Australia
  • From £85.78 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 128 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
    Australia
  • From £85.78 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,091 reviews
    Extremely quirky. A very pleasant change to find such an original hotel which relishes its own individuality.
    Pippa
    United Kingdom
  • From £71.48 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 913 reviews
    Friendly welcome, nice clean motel, couldnt fault it.
    julie
    New Zealand
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