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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.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
431 reviews
Price from£125.50per night
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.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
1,092 reviews
Price from£95.07per 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.
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
1,070 reviews
Price from£89.30per night
AAA Thames Court Motel
Oamaru
A 5-minute walk from Oamaru’s town centre and restaurants, AAA Thames Court offers self-catering units with free Wi-Fi. It features free parking and a garden with a children’s play area.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
902 reviews
Price from£71.30per night
Empire Hotel Backpackers
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.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
511 reviews
Price from£40.41per night
THE MEWS Oamaru
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.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
755 reviews
Price from£90.32per night
289 Midway Motel
Oamaru
A 7-minute walk from Oamaru Town Centre, 289 Midway Motel offers self-contained accommodation and access to a shared balcony with seating.
7.7
Scored 7.7
Good
Rated good
1,161 reviews
Price from£59.61per night
Alpine Motel
Oamaru
Offering accommodation with free Wi-Fi and satellite TV, Alpine Motel is located just 5 minutes’ walk from the town centre. Accommodation options include apartments and studio rooms.
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
437 reviews
Price from£59.42per night
Oamaru Backpackers
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.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
607 reviews
Price from£54.59per night
Oamaru TOP 10 Holiday Park
Oamaru
Just 5 minutes’ drive from Oamaru town centre, Oamaru TOP 10 Holiday Park offers a covered BBQ area, bicycle rental service and tour desk. Free on-site parking is provided.
8.6
Scored 8.6
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
505 reviews
Price from£43.26per night
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What guests said about Oamaru:
- 8.0Scored 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.MartineNew Zealand - 10Scored 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 😉
CeciikArgentina - 10Scored 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 - 8.0Scored 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 USLesleyUnited Kingdom - 10Scored 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 😀
amandaAustralia - 10Scored 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.MarkUnited States
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- From £51.34 per night8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 728 reviewsFor a last minute booking when there was no accomodation left in Oamaru or Dunedin and the cost I wasn’t expecting much. My expectations were hugely exceeded, it was no problem for us to collect the key prior to check in time on our way though to Dunedin, the room was spotless (cleaner than some 5 star accommodation I’ve stayed in) and not dated. To top things off when we got back at 2:30am on a freezing cold night we found the heaters had been turned on in the room something so simple yet so thoughtful. Would 100% recommend!SSummerNew Zealand
- 9.8Scored 9.8ExceptionalRated exceptional· 149 reviewsThis 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.MicheleNew Zealand
- 8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 483 reviewsI 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.
DawnUnited States - From £54.59 per night9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 607 reviewsOamaru 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!
LornaUnited States - 8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 1,070 reviewsThe bed were comfortable and the shower was great not a bath that you had to step into. Extra blankets if we needed and pillows. It was clean and very comfortable. Unfortunately the lift was out of order but otherwise enjoyed are stay and was very central especially to Steam punk headquarters so we could walk to most places. Oamaru is a lovely town and would highly recommend people going their to visit and stay at the Brydone Hotel.
MarkNew Zealand - 9.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 295 reviewsAbsolutely lovely place to stay - very clean, excellent facilities including a large well provisioned kitchen, very good beds and bed linen, warm with heat pump and wood burner. Very close to town. Very spacious with great dining/lounge area and beautifully presented with art and furniture complementing the home. Excellent host. Thank you Tina - would love to come back to stay when next in Oamaru. Definately 10 out of 10.GGaleNew Zealand
- From £40.41 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 511 reviewsI 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.JulieNew Zealand
- From £104.58 per night8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 27 reviewsThis was such a fantastic place to stay in Oamaru. The location could not have been better — right in the middle of Old Town, but tucked off the street which meant there was no noise. The place was wonderfully decorated and had everything you could need, and the fire was a nice touch. Highly recommend.SjaanNew Zealand
- From £161.62 per night9.6Scored 9.6ExceptionalRated exceptional· 364 reviewsAbsolutely stunning property with a real feeling of luxury. Hosts made us feel very welcome, providing lots of information and suggestions of places to eat and visit in the area. Would love to return for another stay and will highly recommend to others. Loved the little welcome treat too.
NatalieNew Zealand - 8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 431 reviewsThe best hotel or motel serving visitors to Oamaru. Modern, clean rooms and suites in a historic old building with a century-old chapel attached situated in large grounds. Ideal to hang out in for a day if you want a break from traveling, being quiet and picturesque.DavidNew Zealand
- 9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 54 reviewsfantail cottage is a magical accomodation ideally located in Oamaru to walk to the Victorian precinct, Scotts brewery, and see the blue penguin colony.owners were super responsive and have taken great care to restore this cottage into a fantastic guest house.
ShaunaCanada - From £43.26 per night8.6Scored 8.6FabulousRated fabulous· 505 reviewsOamaru 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.
KimberlieUnited States - From £59.42 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 437 reviewsThe female caretaker was lovely. She allowed me to arrive early due to the fact I had a funeral to attend at 1.30pm. WOuld reccommend this for those business folk that commute to Oamaru.AngeNew Zealand
- 8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 1,070 reviewsThe staff was excellent and very helpful and receptive to our needs. They went above and beyond what of hotel staff. The room near and clean and the bathroom had been recently updated.
Jay R.United States - 7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 935 reviewsWe had a little time to discover what Oamaru has to offer, but being in a walking distance from the "CBD" was a bonus. Nothing outstanding in the room. Generally clean and acceptable.
Arpad ArpadNew Zealand - 8.7Scored 8.7FabulousRated fabulous· 903 reviewsWe 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.JohnIreland
- From £62.75 per night7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 1,161 reviewsVery nice room, very clean. Good location. enjoyed the stay in Oamaru. Staff very nice.KimNew Zealand
- 8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 483 reviewsVery near the Oamaru Penguin colony, it's the reason why we stopped over the area.JosephineUnited States
- From £62.75 per night7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 1,161 reviewsPretty much what you would expect for a budget...ish motel.
BillyNew Zealand - AnthonyUnited Kingdom
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