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Oamaru – 87 hotels and places to stay

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Poshtel

Hotel in Oamaru

Located in Oamaru, Poshtel has a shared lounge, bar and free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy city views.

K
Kim
From
Canada
Location, decor, staff, breakfast, price
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,180 reviews
Price from
$126.67
1 night, 2 adults

Teschemakers Resort

Hotel in Oamaru

Located in Oamaru, Teschemakers Resort offers a garden. This 4-star hotel offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property provides room service, and luggage storage for guests.

L
Linda
From
United States
The serenity, comfort, and history of the property made us feel both lucky and clever to have stayed tgere.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
Price from
$138.51
1 night, 2 adults

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.

K
Katheryn
From
Canada
Location close to historic centre. Hotel restaurant served excellent fresh hot meals. Walking to shopping, restaurants and cafes as well.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 876 reviews
Price from
$97
1 night, 2 adults

Criterion Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Oamaru

Featuring a restaurant and a bar, Criterion Boutique Hotel is located in Oamaru, 1.6 miles from Bushy Beach. Richard Pearse Airport is 60 miles from the property.

C
Cole
From
New Zealand
Beautiful building in amazing location, super close to the wharf, clean and well presented. Excellent service and the man at the bar was amazingly pleasant and super organised.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews
Price from
$96.19
1 night, 2 adults

Sunny Warm Modern Home Steps to Oamaru Town Centre

Oamaru

Providing a garden, Sunny Warm Modern Home Steps to Oamaru Town Centre offers accommodations in Oamaru.

C
Charlotte
From
New Zealand
Very comfortable house, perfect for a family or a group of friends.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews
Price from
$147.48
1 night, 2 adults

Lune Lux

Oamaru

Providing a garden, Lune Lux features accommodations in Oamaru. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are accessible at the apartment free of charge.

K
Kevin
From
Australia
Great area, super clean and spacious. Loved the big lounge and view. Everything was great. 😊
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
Price from
$145.75
1 night, 2 adults

The Penguins Nest

Oamaru

The Penguins Nest offers accommodations in Oamaru, 1.7 miles from Bushy Beach. The apartment features both Wifi and private parking free of charge.

P
Philippa
From
New Zealand
Great location, easy instructions. Extremely clean, tidy and very comfortable beds. The added bonus of breakfast was great.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews
Price from
$130.32
1 night, 2 adults

The Whitfield

Oamaru

The Whitfield offers accommodations in Oamaru, 1.7 miles from Bushy Beach.

M
Michelle
From
New Zealand
Beautifully decorated apartment. Spotlessly clean. Very comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews
Price from
$113.45
1 night, 2 adults

Little Sweetie

Oamaru

Featuring a garden, Little Sweetie provides accommodations in Oamaru. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

G
Guan Tyng
From
Taiwan
Clean, spacious, and well-equipped.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 218 reviews
Price from
$135.89
1 night, 2 adults

Century House Accommodation

Oamaru

This bed and breakfast features a garden as well as barbecue facilities. There's a sun terrace and guests can use free Wifi and free private parking.

L
Leanne
From
New Zealand
Lovely homely accommodation, great continental breakfast facilities, spacious bedrooms, beautifully clean, a beautiful location and gardens, and very friendly and accommodating hosts.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 350 reviews
Price from
$93.72
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 876 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,180 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 876 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,180 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

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What Guests Said About Oamaru:

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

We went to see the Blue penguins come in after a day at sea.

We went to see the Blue penguins come in after a day at sea. Loved, Loved, Loved the experience of seeing these cute wee penguins up so close. There were seals close too & we had front row seats to a couple of them having abit of a scuffle. There was so much to do in Oamaru, we could of stayed longer, as it was we stayed only 2 days.
Guest review byDiane
New Zealand
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

I had visited Oamaru as a child but the heritage precinct...

I had visited Oamaru as a child but the heritage precinct was not developed the way it is today. This is a fabulous asset to the city as is the harbour - I am definitely coming back for a longer stay!
Guest review byMichelle
New Zealand
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Easy self walking tour around the old town with plenty of...

Easy self walking tour around the old town with plenty of eating out/ shopping options in main street of town as well. Appears to be a safe quiet town in which to wander about day/evening. Friendly staff at Scott’s waterfront brewery offering excellent pizzas and selection of wines/beers.
Guest review byfrancis
Australia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Our visit was short, but the old downtown area (Whitestone...

Our visit was short, but the old downtown area (Whitestone City) was a great place to explore. The nearby park was fun, and the penguins were also nearby. We stopped at several overlooks on our way to Ōamaru from Dunedin (lots of seals/sea lions!), and Elephant Rocks were just 30 minutes away.
Guest review byJulie
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Blue Penguins was what we came for and saw.

Blue Penguins was what we came for and saw. Book tickets in advance as it has limited seatings. The event starts at 8pm, lots of tour buses stop there for tourists to witness the penguins come up to shore and to their nesting grounds
Guest review byB Young
Singapore
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Need toi spend couple of days there to maximise.

Need toi spend couple of days there to maximise. A great base to view many attractions this small town has to offer - Victorian Precinct, Little blue penguins, Gardens, Town architecture and go visit the recently renovated 100 year old Hall of Memories at Waitaki Boys High School - arguably the best school hall in NZ and on your way north a MUST - the Riverstone Castle - do the castle tour then eat at their resteraunt AMAZiNG
Guest review byJH1949
New Zealand

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 454 reviews
The hotel lady (so sorry, I can't remember her name) was so lovely, friendly and helpful. She made our experience of Oamaru even better. She was so knowledgeable, and when I mentioned my shoes were wet, she gave me a shoe warmer to dry them out. Definitely went over and above to give us a pleasant stay. Thankyou
Guest review byDale
New Zealand
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 835 reviews
The location was fine as we were exploring Oamaru. Being an older motel I was surprised the bed was so comfortable, as I have back issue. It was an exceptionally clean room & had everything we needed.
Guest review byDennis Catchpole
New Zealand
From $145.67 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,180 reviews
Fabulous quirky hotel in the centre of Oamaru with friendly helpful staff. The themed rooms were cool and they let you peek in the unoccupied ones. We had the Antarctic room.
Guest review bySarah
New Zealand
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 149 reviews
Nice facility but the downside is, around 30mins drive from Oamaru town.
Guest review byJohn
Singapore
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews
Short cut down footpath & over railway line to Oamaru Park run!
Guest review byRosemary
New Zealand

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