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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.

J
Jim
From
United States
clean and modern. Cool design worthy of a boutique hotel. Themed rooms with a bit of steam punk vibe. Good size bathroom, good shower. Bright , good lighting. Quiet air conditioner. Good linens. Easy stroll down Thames Street to attractions and places to eat. Did not eat breakfast at hotel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,275 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
$127
1 night, 2 adults

Teschemakers Resort

Hotel in Oamaru

Located in Oamaru, 18 miles from Moeraki Boulders, Teschemakers Resort provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

R
Ruth Johnson
From
United States
Fantastic little place with a lot of atmosphere! the room had a lot of space, it was clean and super comfortable. The staff was amazing and welcoming, making us feel at hone, as every request was answered immediately. the internet was slow, but the hotel manager warned us before we even knew that there is a general issue related to the entire area, so it’s not the hotel’s fault. the AC a bit noisy, but it didn’t matter much as this hotel is a gem!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 221 reviews
Location 8.2
Price from
$94.71
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 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 885 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
$98.28
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 and 23 miles from Moeraki Boulders. At the hotel rooms include a shared bathroom.

D
David
From
New Zealand
An atmospheric and historic building in the central heritage district of Oamaru. The renovations that have been done to meet modern expectations of convenience and comfort have been done with respect to the original. The staff were welcoming and helpful. Facilities are basic but price is quite reasonable and made up for by the character, location and friendly staff of the property. At the time I stayed, it was quiet and parking, although on the street, was not a problem at all.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
$71.21
1 night, 2 adults

Little Sweetie

Oamaru

Little Sweetie offers accommodations in Oamaru, 1.6 miles from Bushy Beach and 23 miles from Moeraki Boulders. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

S
Steven
From
United States
Appointed with great care. Wonderful renovation.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Location 9.9
Price from
$168.01
1 night, 2 adults

Right on Tyne

Oamaru

A recently renovated apartment, Right on Tyne offers accommodations in Oamaru. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

K
Kang
From
Singapore
It is like our own house, it has all kind of the amenities, even the things you would never think of but it has, just like a supermarket!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 280 reviews
Location 9.8
Price from
$133.53
1 night, 2 adults

Century House B & B flatlette

Oamaru

22 miles from Moeraki Boulders in Oamaru, Century House B & B flatlette offers accommodations with access to a hot tub. This bed and breakfast provides a garden as well as barbecue facilities.

A
Allison
From
Canada
A very welcoming, clean and comfortable place to stay! Dawn was so helpful and responsive. We were only a short 5 minute drive from the penguin colony and Dawn kindly offered us blankets to wrap in for the cold evening adventure - thank you! We enjoyed the lovely breakfast too!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 284 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
$105.93
1 night, 2 adults

The Old Confectionery

Oamaru

1.6 miles from Bushy Beach in Oamaru, The Old Confectionery features accommodations with access to beauty services. There's a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay.

J
Jessie
From
United States
What a delightful apartment in Oamaru! We thought this was such a cool place, we wished we could have stayed more than one night. Very clean, well equipped, very comfortable- definitely a great choice for the area. There was also a snack left for us which was sweet. Highly recommend, we'd go back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 422 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
$210.67
1 night, 2 adults

Highlands on Homestead

Oamaru

Highlands on Homestead offers accommodations in Oamaru, 25 miles from Moeraki Boulders. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

J
Jaroslaw
From
Canada
Very well equipped, nicely decorated and very spacious cottage. Great surroundings and it was great to see beautiful animals.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 218 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
$112.76
1 night, 2 adults

Little Red School House

Oamaru

Little Red School House is a recently renovated farm stay in Oamaru where guests can make the most of the open-air bath and garden.

y
yu-wen
From
Taiwan
The friendly couples and timely and fully cooperative pick up from town. The hiking to say hi to Malter the calf and very VIP walking dog and sheep show.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
$154.30
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Oamaru

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 221 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Oamaru

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Oamaru

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 885 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Oamaru

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,275 reviews

Best hotels with breakfast in Oamaru and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 654 reviews

    Federation House offers accommodations in Oamaru, 24 miles from Moeraki Boulders. Featuring free private parking, the 3-star guest house is 1.2 miles from Bushy Beach.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

    Offering garden views, Pen-y-bryn Lodge in Oamaru has accommodations, a fitness center, a garden, a shared lounge, a restaurant and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 388 reviews

    Located just 10 minutes’ walk from the shops and restaurants in Oamaru town center, Ambassador Motor Lodge offers self-catering accommodations with satellite TV and kitchenette facilities.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

    Offering inner courtyard views, Central located new build 3 bed rooms entire house in Oamaru provides accommodations and a garden.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews

    Featuring a garden, Quarterdeck provides accommodations in Oamaru. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are available at the apartment free of charge. Outdoor seating is also available at Quarterdeck.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

    The Whitfield is located in Oamaru, just 1.7 miles from Bushy Beach and 23 miles from Moeraki Boulders.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews

    The Vicarage Boutique Bed and Breakfast Oamaru offers accommodations in Oamaru, 23 miles from Moeraki Boulders.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 423 reviews

    1.6 miles from Bushy Beach in Oamaru, The Old Confectionery features accommodations with access to beauty services. There's a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay.

Hotels located in the center of Oamaru

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 790 reviews

    Located in Oamaru and with Bushy Beach reachable within 1.8 miles, Empire Hotel Backpackers has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 885 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Featuring a restaurant and a bar, Criterion Boutique Hotel is located in Oamaru, 1.6 miles from Bushy Beach and 23 miles from Moeraki Boulders. At the hotel rooms include a shared bathroom.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Granny Grunkes Cottage offers accommodations in Oamaru, 23 miles from Moeraki Boulders. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are available at the vacation home free of charge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 869 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 408 reviews

    Coastal Accommodation is located in Oamaru, 23 miles from Moeraki Boulders. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews

    Offering a garden, The Terrace provides accommodations in Oamaru. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the villa.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 534 reviews

    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.

Budget hotels in Oamaru and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 664 reviews

    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,024 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 732 reviews

    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

    Guest Suite with private entry own kitchen and bathroom offers accommodations in Oamaru, 22 miles from Moeraki Boulders. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    23 miles from Moeraki Boulders, the chalet provides a garden and barbecue facilities. There's an outdoor fireplace and guests can use free Wifi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 794 reviews

    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 581 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 920 reviews

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

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What Guests Said About Oamaru:

  • 10.0

    the train, the old town, the seals the penguins.

    the train, the old town, the seals the penguins. The Craftwork pub, the robot shop, the criterion, the kids playground, the farmers market...all doable in a weekend and all within easy walking distance. and a drive to Kakanui is worth it too
    Guest review by
    Lesley
    New Zealand
  • 8.0

    Not much to do in Oamaru, will recommend visiting the quaint...

    Not much to do in Oamaru, will recommend visiting the quaint museums, Oamaru heritage museum (pay/donate as you wish) and steampunk museum (NZD$15/pax). both were interactive and we enjoyed it with the helpful stuff. the day was a cloudy and rainy so we opted out of visiting the penguins - they have a live youtube stream of the penguins coming home which we watch. We did visit the penguins tour during the day, which was open to public and saw some fur seals relaxing. To watch the penguins coming home, it's NZD$45 per pax, which we thought was a little expensive. + the weather being bad, we decided to watch them online instead.
    Guest review by
    Verena
    Singapore
  • 10.0

    we had a national bird show for 4 days to attend found some...

    we had a national bird show for 4 days to attend found some really nice eating places with great service the tearooms on the main street very very good there was alot of north island bird member there they agreed tearooms that carter for the bus serv ice greast place to relax with coffee and eats
    Guest review by
    Primmer
  • 10.0

    We went for the penguins but could have spent another day...

    We went for the penguins but could have spent another day wandering around the Victorian Precient, Steampunk HQ and lovely shops of Oamaru. Also nice that it is only 30 minutes away from Moeraki Boulders. Riverstone Castle and Kitchen make a great stop too on the way down from Christchurch.
    Guest review by
    Stacy
    United States
  • 10.0

    I love Oamaru for a visit.

    I love Oamaru for a visit. It is a very pretty place to visit with the historic area quite special. There are plenty of great places to eat, excellent shopping and being on the coast it has lovely views of the ocean. The blue penguin experience is well worth doing also. Riverstone restaurant is an absolute must if you enjoy excellent food. Highly recommend a visit there.
    Guest review by
    Debra
    New Zealand
  • 10.0

    Gorgeous settlement - by the ocean.

    Gorgeous settlement - by the ocean. Stunning historical buildings, vibrant shops filled with goodies, Sunday market brimming with organic produce - vegetables, honey, cheese, soaps, lotions, coffee and yummy treats. No junk - wonderful homemade produce at exceptionally good prices, for example - two cheese rolls and a cup of soup for $9.
    Guest review by
    Anonymous

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  • From $125.51 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
    If you’re looking for modern luxury in a soulless accommodation facility then this is not the place for you. But if you want to immerse yourself in Oamaru’s old fashioned culture in a warm clean and quirky character cottage, with mod cons obviously presented by someone artistic with an eye for detail, then stay in Granny Grunkes Cottage. Be prepared for old school charm, with nice touches like interesting drinks and gorgeous well-thought out design and amenities.
    Guest review by
    Brendon
    New Zealand
  • From $125.92 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 885 reviews
    Lovely historic hotel with added modern accommodation wing. Hosts were awesome and provided info about history of the hotel. Brilliant location with easy walk to the Victorian streets of Oamaru. Plenty of parking available.
    Guest review by
    Margaret Bond
    New Zealand
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,275 reviews
    I love this hotel so much I wish there was one the same in Dunedin I’m actually so sad as I have to stay in Dunedin this time and so I am not getting to come and stay 😭 but have already booked for August
    Guest review by
    michelle
    New Zealand
  • From $83.08 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 664 reviews
    We own 2 rentals in Oamaru. Purpose of visit was to carry out maintenance and to catch up with people I know. The motel was very close to both properties an easy walk to town and reasonable in cost.
    Guest review by
    Shirley
    New Zealand
  • From $124.62 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,174 reviews
    The hotel is dated but beautifully clean with everything provided for a comfortable stay. We walked into the main part of Oamaru.
    Guest review by
    Jennifer
    Australia
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