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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.

J
Jennifer
From
Canada
Its a clean, well appointed accomodation with fantastic friendly staff. We would return and highly recommend
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,284 reviews
Price from
US$123.09
1 night, 2 adults

Teschemakers Resort

Hotel in Oamaru

Located in Oamaru, 28 km from Moeraki Boulders, Teschemakers Resort provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

L
LI MUZHI
From
United States
Far beyond expectations—the staff's sincere and friendly service, the resort being a farm where you can see alpacas in the morning and stargaze at night. Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 204 reviews
Price from
US$179.46
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 centre.

G
GordB
From
Canada
Great location for walking around town. Amazing old historic building, lots of character. Very friendly staff. Nice breakfast and breakfast room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 880 reviews
Price from
US$110.14
1 night, 2 adults

Criterion Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Oamaru

Boasting a restaurant and a bar, Criterion Boutique Hotel is situated in Oamaru, 2.7 km from Bushy Beach and 37 km from Moeraki Boulders. Richard Pearse Airport is 97 km from the property.

V
Vicki
From
New Zealand
I liked all the history around the walls, photos were really interesting from the past. The manager was super friendly and great fun.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Passable - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
US$69.02
1 night, 2 adults

Little Sweetie

Oamaru

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Little Sweetie is set in Oamaru. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

B
Bianca
From
Spain
The location is perfect. Lovely spot very close to the centre of town.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Price from
US$162.84
1 night, 2 adults

Right on Tyne

Oamaru

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Right on Tyne is set in Oamaru. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

M
Maura
From
Ireland
This accommodation was fab. The host Violeta was extremely nice, helpful, informative, very generous and welcoming. She had so many nice touches and thoughtful additions in the property. The house is very well located near the old Whitestone town, pier and right at the top of the road for the penguins.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 291 reviews
Price from
US$143.80
1 night, 2 adults

Century House B & B flatlette

Oamaru

Featuring garden views, Century House B & B flatlette features accommodation with a garden, around 35 km from Moeraki Boulders.

R
R
From
United Kingdom
Really comfortable place that felt quite spacious. Easy access by car to everything in the Oamaru area. Two very friendly cats in the very pretty garden.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 311 reviews
Price from
US$102.67
1 night, 2 adults

The Old Confectionery

Oamaru

37 km from Moeraki Boulders in Oamaru, The Old Confectionery features accommodation with access to beauty services. The property features sea and city views, and is 2.6 km from Bushy Beach.

W
Wendy
From
Hong Kong
Lovely apartment with tasteful interior design located close to main attractions.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 429 reviews
Price from
US$215.70
1 night, 2 adults

Highlands on Homestead

Oamaru

Set in Oamaru, within 40 km of Moeraki Boulders, Highlands on Homestead is an accommodation offering quiet street views. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

G
Gwenda
From
United Kingdom
lovely accommodation in the country,everything you would need and lovely garden surround. Nit too far from town.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews
Price from
US$109.29
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 its garden and barbecue facilities.

C
ChiYEN
From
Taiwan
Perfect room equipped with everything
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews
Price from
US$149.55
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 204 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,284 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 880 reviews

Hotels located in the centre of Oamaru

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 812 reviews

Set in Oamaru and with Bushy Beach reachable within 2.8 km, Empire Hotel Backpackers offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

From US$54.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 880 reviews

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

From US$107.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Passable - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

Boasting a restaurant and a bar, Criterion Boutique Hotel is situated in Oamaru, 2.7 km from Bushy Beach and 37 km from Moeraki Boulders. Richard Pearse Airport is 97 km from the property.

From US$69.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 869 reviews

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.

From US$96.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews

Located in Oamaru and only 37 km from Moeraki Boulders, The Terrace provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$707.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews

Set in Oamaru and only 37 km from Moeraki Boulders, Lune-tastic Guesthouse offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$108.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 518 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.

From US$98.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 704 reviews

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.

From US$86.28 per night

Budget hotels in Oamaru and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 735 reviews

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,184 reviews

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Featuring sea views, Lear House Oamaru offers accommodation with a garden and a terrace, around 1.8 km from Bushy Beach.

From US$103.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 365 reviews

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

From US$107.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Set in Oamaru and only 2.6 km from Bushy Beach, Seascape on Maude offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$106.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 679 reviews

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 169 reviews

Featuring garden views, Rosies Place provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 40 km from Moeraki Boulders. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$74.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 586 reviews

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

From US$103.54 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Oamaru and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 663 reviews

Boasting garden views, Federation House is situated in Oamaru, around 38 km from Moeraki Boulders. Featuring free private parking, the 3-star guest house is 1.9 km from Bushy Beach.

From US$138.05 per night

Offering sea views, Tirohanga Nui in Oamaru offers accommodation, a garden, a shared lounge, a terrace, a restaurant and a bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, Central located new build 3 bed rooms entire house is set in Oamaru, 3 km from Bushy Beach and 37 km from Moeraki Boulders.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 285 reviews

Located in Oamaru, 2.9 km from Bushy Beach and 37 km from Moeraki Boulders, Quarterdeck provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews

Boasting sea views, The Vicarage Boutique Bed and Breakfast Oamaru is situated in Oamaru, around 37 km from Moeraki Boulders.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 149 reviews

Located in Oamaru, 2.7 km from Bushy Beach and 37 km from Moeraki Boulders, The Whitestone provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Little Sweetie is set in Oamaru. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 231 reviews

Set in Oamaru, 37 km from Moeraki Boulders, Braemar House offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

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What guests said about Oamaru:

10

We enjoyed our visit to Omarau immensely.

We enjoyed our visit to Omarau immensely. Went to Steam Punk city and to see the penguin colony. Then the boulders. All we enjoyed and would recommend as a must see. The locals were very friendly and the shopkeepers very helpful. We were only there for three nights but really enjoyed our time. Would love to visit again sometime in the future.
Guest review by
Lianne
10

Oamaru is totally different from other towns we visited.

Oamaru is totally different from other towns we visited. The old Victorian centre and Harbour area is really interesting, full of galleries and quirky shops. There are a couple of breweries there but Craftworks is the best, like an old English pub. But it’s the Steampunk scene that is the weirdest and most interesting thing about Oamaru. There’s a great interactive must-visit museum. Allow at least two days so you can visit Elephant Rocks and the Māori rock paintings outside town and a castle on the way to Christchurch. The coastline between Dunedin and Oamaru is spectacular too. Don’t miss the Moeraki rocks.
Guest review by
Jeannine
United Kingdom
10

I came for the Victorian Heritage Festival and to catch up...

I came for the Victorian Heritage Festival and to catch up with friends. I really love the historic precinct, the harbour and Gardens. They all have an old world charm. People are friendly. The St Patrick's Basilica is really worth visiting.
Guest review by
Anonymous
10

The heavy rain precluded too much driving around, but...

The heavy rain precluded too much driving around, but locating historical places was rewarding earlier on., With Labour Day celebrations, it meant most people were at home celebrating a day off (which was good) but not so much to participate in through the day. However a very good meal was enjoyed at Star and Garter down the road and I would thoroughly recommend visiting there.
Guest review by
Jaanine
New Zealand
10

I loved the Victorian quarter and the Steam Punk museum.

I loved the Victorian quarter and the Steam Punk museum. But my favorite was seeing the blue penguins arriving on the shore at the Penguin Sanctuary at the end of the wharf. Totally worth paying for premium seats.
Guest review by
Janine
New Zealand
10

We only stayed one night and did a whirwind tour.

We only stayed one night and did a whirwind tour. Steampunk to brewery to little blue penguins. Tees Street Cafe for breakfast and then we were off. I loved the quirkiness and historical charm and would like to go back. I think 2-3 nights would be more fun. Even 4 would be good. Everything close to each other though so still worth it for even 1 night. Magical!
Guest review by
Talchinsky

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From US$71.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 957 reviews
Alma is our go-to motel whenever we are visiting Oamaru. The motel is always spotless and the hosts are lovely. Prices are very competitive. It isn't a modern motel so the facilities might not suit everyone and being located on the main road there is traffic noise but I don't consider either of these detract from the charm on offer.
Guest review by
Linda
New Zealand
From US$96.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 869 reviews
I loved staying at Oamaru Backpackers. My room was very cozy and comfy, the kitchen and the living room were so nice and bright with everything you need to cook and to relax. Very nice view. So far one of the best hostel I've been to since I'm in NZ last year. Sadly I only stayed one night.
Guest review by
Alice
Italy
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews
The little glass penguin was our favourite. A really nice, comfortable and clean stay. Breakfast in a BnB is becoming a rarity, this was one well stocked with a bonus of free range eggs from the owner. A lovely touch. Great value for a family trip. Good location in Oamaru which we loved.
Guest review by
Kathryn
Australia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 162 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.
Guest review by
Tong
Australia
From US$142.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 703 reviews
This motor lodge fit the bill for an overnight in Oamaru going back to Christchurch - not luxurious but clean and convenient.
Guest review by
Michele
New Zealand