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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.

T
Tracey
From
Ireland
HOTEL WAS FAB, BREAKFAST GREAT
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,283 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
US$125.87
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.

M
Mike
From
United Kingdom
the building and its surroundings
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews
Location 8.1
Price from
US$107.05
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.

S
Susan
From
Australia
Excellent room. Large and comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 893 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
US$112.63
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.

c
christopher
From
New Zealand
Beautiful old building, quaint but comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.6
Passable - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
US$70.58
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.

A
Ameera
From
Singapore
Everything! Place was spotless, comfortable, modern and thoughtfully prepared with all the details that made our stay extra enjoyable and memorable. There is a private spacious parking and a well done up clean garden. It is also located nearby town with minimal traffic. Overall a wonderful experience and we would happily return and recommend to others. Thanks Margaret for the personal note!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 108 reviews
Location 9.9
Price from
US$166.52
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 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 284 reviews
Location 9.8
Price from
US$147.05
1 night, 2 adults

Century House B & B flatlette

Oamaru

Featuring a hot tub, Century House B & B flatlette is situated in Oamaru. Boasting free shuttle service, this property also provides guests with a picnic area.

K
Kong Kuan
From
Malaysia
Great location and very close to attractions. Beautiful house. Love the garden.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 290 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
US$104.99
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.

N
Norr
From
Brunei Darussalam
My daughter & I decided to stay overnight at Oamaru before continuing our road trip to Christchurch. We got the ground floor 2-bedrooms unit of this restored heritage building. The parking is just outside the main door, so convenient for us. There was another unit upstairs via the staircase at the side The place is a treasure! It looks like a remnant of time past by yet the interior is stunningly decorated (those amazing chandeliers for central lighting) & furniture feels so richly luxurious. I love the unit layout & each bedroom is ensuite. The kitchen has everything you need for simple cooking. After days of travelling, we needed laundry facility. The shared laundry is locked, just steps away behind the building. We called Katrina to get the access code & she promptly picked up the call. Both washing machine & dryer were easy to use. Cool! Bathrooms are spotlessly clean. Rooms have heaters that we appreciated as we were still not used to the cold'ish summer weather..
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 425 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
US$214.69
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.

P
Paola
From
Canada
Peaceful and beautiful location. Confortable bed and cleanliness of the entire cottage.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 218 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
US$111.76
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 its garden and barbecue facilities.

N
Natalia
From
Ukraine
This was an amazing little house with everything you need and nice view on the mountains. Incredibly well-thought, you could feel that hosts care about comfort of the guests. Definitely would come back
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 166 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
US$152.93
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, 219 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Oamaru

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.6
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Oamaru

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 893 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Oamaru

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,283 reviews

Hotels located in the centre of Oamaru

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 796 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$50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 893 reviews

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

    From US$106.54 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.6
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 7 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.

    From US$70.58 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Set in Oamaru in the Otago region, Granny Grunkes Cottage features a terrace. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the holiday home free of charge.

    From US$124.40 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 868 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$81.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 408 reviews

    Coastal Accommodation features accommodation in Oamaru. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi.

    From US$48.53 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 41 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$676.43 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 33 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.

Best hotels with breakfast in Oamaru and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 651 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$105.88 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

    Offering garden views, Pen-y-bryn Lodge in Oamaru offers accommodation, a fitness centre, a garden, a shared lounge, a restaurant and a bar.

    From US$604.73 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

    Casa Nova House is set in Oamaru and has a garden and a shared lounge. Offering free private parking, the 5-star bed and breakfast is 41 km from Moeraki Boulders.

    From US$305.86 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 37 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 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 276 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 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

    Featuring garden views, The Whitfield offers accommodation with a garden and a terrace, around 2.7 km from Bushy Beach.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 215 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, 133 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.

Budget hotels in Oamaru and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 529 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$108.82 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 664 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$88.23 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,027 reviews

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

    From US$88.23 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 726 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.

    From US$58.82 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,176 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.

    From US$126.46 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 181 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 915 reviews

    Boasting free Wi-Fi, Alma Motel is located 3km south of Oamaru and features accommodation with a microwave and refrigerator.

    From US$85.29 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 108 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.

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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 US$85.29 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 915 reviews
    Older style units in a very convenient location just a little bit south of Oamaru. My unit was very comfortable and quiet despite the location just off the highway. It was great having a motel-style kitchen, and my unit had a separate bedroom with single beds in it (I didn't need those, but it was lovely having so much space). There were cattle in the paddock on the hill and a sunny spot to sit just outside the unit that was fairly private. Very friendly owner. Unit was very clean and tidy. It was just what I needed.
    Guest review by
    Ruth
    New Zealand
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews
    This was a great stay! The house was very clean, with lovely decor. The kitchen was fully equipped with everything we needed to cook a good meal. The bedrooms were spacious with great beds, and the heat pump in the living room kept us nice and warm. There's off-street parking too, which is always good. It was very close to downtown Oamaru, the Victorian precinct, Steampunk HQ, and the beach. Highly recommended!
    Guest review by
    Amy
    New Zealand
  • From US$108.23 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 579 reviews
    Good location close to central Oamaru and the Victorian Quarter. The motel unit we stayed in was at the rear of the property in a quiet location therefore no road noise. In addition, the unit appeared to have been designed to prevent airborne and impact noise from attached units which is a big plus in terms of having a good nights sleep
    Guest review by
    IAN
    New Zealand
  • From US$88.23 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 664 reviews
    owner very helpful and cherry.room nice and warm during cold nights,close to town,takeaway shops and 2 blocks from start of town.have stayed here a few times when in oamaru .would highly recommend staying at the alpine if in oamaru
    Guest review by
    trevor
    Australia
  • From US$185.67 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,283 reviews
    The location was spot on and style and decor of the hotel were lovely. Really enjoyed our stay.
    Guest review by
    Carolyn
    New Zealand