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Recommended hotels in Oamaru

A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, leather sofas, a red chair, and multiple hanging lights.

1. Poshtel

Poshtel
5.0 star property
Oamaru
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (428 reviews)
"Love this accomodation- clean, friendly, great location and good breakfast food. What’s special about breakfast is the environment is such that people introduce themselves and chat over breakfast- love it."
Australia
Dayle
The price is ￥13,527
￥15,781 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Poshtel
A building facade with ornate architectural details, including a central decorative panel and two symmetrical sculptures.

2. Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Brydone Hotel Oamaru
3.5 star property
Oamaru
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (644 reviews)
"Older hotel but that means a nice big room, great location on the Main Street."
Australia
Paul
The price is ￥12,648
￥14,611 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
A black car parked in front of a building with a white exterior and a black roof.

3. Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Oamaru North
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (745 reviews)
"Convenient, quiet and well priced."
Australia
Cathryn
The price is ￥12,634
￥14,529 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Oamaru Motor Lodge
A multi-story hotel with a brick driveway and a landscaped garden.

4. The Mews Oamaru

The Mews Oamaru
4.5 star property
Oamaru
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (373 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Louis
The price is ￥15,079
￥17,460 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
The Mews Oamaru
A set of outdoor metal stairs with a handrail, leading up to a building entrance.

5. Heritage Court Lodge

Heritage Court Lodge
4.0 star property
Oamaru North
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (407 reviews)
"We always enjoy staying here when traveling through Oamaru very friendly staff and clean"
Australia
Roger
The price is ￥9,892
￥11,617 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Heritage Court Lodge
A building entrance with a covered porch, large potted plants, and a sign indicating a Sky lounge.

6. Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
2.5 star property
Oamaru
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (285 reviews)
"Room clean and comfortable, plenty of parking and staff very accommodating."
Australia
Peter
The price is ￥11,043
￥12,716 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Alpine Motel
A well-maintained garden with a flowering tree, a stone border, and a lawn.

7. 289 Midway Motel

289 Midway Motel
3.0 star property
Oamaru
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (332 reviews)
"The motel was close to the town and we were very comfortable. It could be helpful to have a towel rail in the bathroom. There was ample parking."
Australia
Wendy
The price is ￥12,580
￥14,532 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
289 Midway Motel
A commercial laundry area with two stacked washers and a dryer, a safety warning sign, and a potted plant.

8. ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Oamaru North
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (319 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Kevin
The price is ￥13,051
￥15,008 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
A bar with a row of beer taps labeled with various brands and types.

9. Criterion Boutique Hotel

Criterion Boutique Hotel
2.0 star property
South Hill
7.0 out of 10, Good, (51 reviews)
"Short stay, good for a hassle free bed when travelling/stopping through, great staff, very clean"
Australia
Nicholas
The price is ￥9,518
￥11,005 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Criterion Boutique Hotel
A room with two beds, a wooden table, and a television.

10. AAA Thames Court Motel

AAA Thames Court Motel
3.0 star property
Oamaru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (262 reviews)
"Clean room, well stocked. Spacious bathroom."
United States
Brittney
The price is ￥11,060
￥19,859 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
AAA Thames Court Motel
A gym with multiple treadmills, red chairs, and a table.

11. Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
4.0 star property
Oamaru
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (380 reviews)
"Great would definitely recommend "
Australia
Piki
The price is ￥14,542
￥16,724 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
A bed with a grey quilt and red pillows, a red and white striped throw, and a white headboard.

12. Colonial Lodge Motel

Colonial Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Oamaru North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (278 reviews)
"Underfloor heating in rooms was amazing!, also had extra heaters in rooms. Comfortable beds"
Australia
Adrian
The price is ￥13,564
￥15,683 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Colonial Lodge Motel
A modern building with a glass facade overlooking a body of water.

13. Tirohanga Nui

Tirohanga Nui
4.0 star property
South Hill
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is ￥59,491
￥68,786 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Tirohanga Nui
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel range hood, a built-in oven, a dishwasher, and a window providing natural light.

14. Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru

Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru
South Hill
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (60 reviews)
"Very convenient location to centre of town, good beds."
Australia
Simon
The price is ￥23,755
￥30,644 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru
A stone building with a balcony, large windows, and well-maintained hedges.

15. Casa Nova House

Casa Nova House
5.0 star property
Oamaru North
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Excellent accommodation and experience, wonderful staff"
Australia
Bruce
The price is ￥43,279
￥49,972 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Casa Nova House
A house with a large porch and a view of the Milky Way.

16. Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Pen-y-bryn Lodge
5.0 star property
Holmes Hill
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"I had a wonderful stay at Pen-y-bryn Lodge. The property is a beautiful historic building with a peaceful atmosphere, and the room was spacious, spotless, and full of character. The hosts were extremely friendly and welcoming, making the stay feel warm and personal. Overall, a fantastic experience — I would highly recommend this lodge to anyone visiting Oamaru."
Singapore
xander
The price is ￥54,536
￥62,716 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Pen-y-bryn Lodge
A balcony with a view of the sea and buildings, a chair, and a white rug.

17. Breathtaking sea view house

Breathtaking sea view house
Oamaru North
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (72 reviews)
"Warm and lovely place to stay. Sea view is a plus. Will defi back again "
New Zealand
Kar E.
The price is ￥23,755
￥50,313 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Breathtaking sea view house
A balcony with a view of a coastal town, wooden deck, and a clear sky.

18. 180 degrees sea view

180 degrees sea view
Oamaru North
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Great central location, warm house and comfortable beds "
New Zealand
Hamish V.
The price is ￥21,380
￥43,544 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
180 degrees sea view
A bench by a calm harbor with boats and a hillside in the background.

19. Oamaru Accommodation - Cozy On Till

Oamaru Accommodation - Cozy On Till
South Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (15 reviews)
"This is the cutest little house in exactly the part of town you want to be in. Perfect for my two-night stay- and they had great recommendations that made the stay even better"
United States
Meghan F.
The price is ￥16,153
￥27,080 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Oamaru Accommodation - Cozy On Till
A modern kitchen with a large window, white cabinetry, and a stainless steel sink.

20. Top of Tyne - Peace, Comfort & Local Connection

Top of Tyne - Peace, Comfort & Local Connection
South Hill
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Very neat and clean. Modernized and upgraded facilities and the host put the heat pump on before we arrived so we were warm when we got there!"
United States
M C.
The price is ￥36,108
￥36,108 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Top of Tyne - Peace, Comfort & Local Connection
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Oamaru Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,356
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥11,005
Highest Price
￥68,786

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Oamaru?
By going with a hostel you can reduce your spending on accommodations and save more of your money for exploring during your vacation. If you're interested in cultural experiences, you can check out the historic sites while you're here.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of forms, but all of them have three main things in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social environment, and shared rooms (though many have private options too).
What are the best hostels in Oamaru?
While you're choosing where to stay, take a look at this top Oamaru hostel: Empire Backpackers - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as laundry facilities. You'll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Oamaru?
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here's some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 57°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 46°F. Average annual precipitation for Oamaru is 32 inches.
What is there to see and do in Oamaru?
Depending on your interests, you might appreciate some places near Oamaru. Get out into nature with places like Oamaru Harbour, Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony, and Oamaru Gardens. Cultural attractions include North Otago Museum, Auto Museum, and Old School Gallery. Visit landmarks like Janet Frame House and Totara Estate.