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Criterion Boutique Hotel

Criterion Boutique Hotel
2.0 star property
South Hill
7.2 out of 10, Good, (34 reviews)
"Lovely old hotel with great location "
Australia
Chris
The price is ￥8,565
￥9,864 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 27 - Mar 28
Criterion Boutique Hotel
Terrace/patio

Tirohanga Nui

Tirohanga Nui
5.0 star property
South Hill
The price is ￥112,271
￥129,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Tirohanga Nui
Lobby

Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
2.5 star property
Oamaru
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (251 reviews)
"Great owners, staff everyone fantastic. Double glazing warm and no noise "
Australia
Ronald
The price is ￥11,549
￥13,474 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 27 - Mar 28
Alpine Motel
Exterior

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 ￥45,230
￥52,447 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 7 - Apr 8
Casa Nova House
Family Apartment | Egyptian cotton sheets, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

AAA Thames Court Motel

AAA Thames Court Motel
3.0 star property
Oamaru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (252 reviews)
"Great location to food and entertainment "
United States
Rebecca
The price is ￥12,015
￥20,962 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
AAA Thames Court Motel
Interior

Poshtel

Poshtel
5.0 star property
Oamaru
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (384 reviews)
"An amazing property staff fantastic particle karen( Scottish lady ) breakfast excellent will definitely recommend and will definitely stay again 5 star plus"
Australia
Margaret
The price is ￥15,960
￥18,534 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 11 - Apr 12
Poshtel
Exterior detail

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Brydone Hotel Oamaru
3.5 star property
Oamaru
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (595 reviews)
"Good bar service"
Canada
michael
The price is ￥12,277
￥14,182 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 27 - Mar 28
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Exterior

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 ￥62,036
￥72,856 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 9 - Apr 10
Pen-y-bryn Lodge
Electric vehicle charging station

Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Oamaru North
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (722 reviews)
"Comfortable motel in a quaint historic town"
Australia
Kylie
The price is ￥14,974
￥17,290 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Oamaru Motor Lodge
Courtyard

The Mews Oamaru

The Mews Oamaru
4.5 star property
Oamaru
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (355 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable, would be happy to stay again"
Australia
Anthony
The price is ￥17,076
￥19,891 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 25 - Mar 26
The Mews Oamaru
Daily continental breakfast (NZD 13.00 per person)

Ascot Oamaru Motel

Ascot Oamaru Motel
3.0 star property
Oamaru North
7.6 out of 10, Good, (471 reviews)
"Room was spacious and had everything we needed "
Australia
Kelly
The price is ￥16,227
￥18,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Ascot Oamaru Motel
Exterior

289 Midway Motel

289 Midway Motel
3.0 star property
Oamaru
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (318 reviews)
"Room very clean, close to town"
Australia
Debra Ann
The price is ￥13,312
￥15,477 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 27 - Mar 28
289 Midway Motel
Exterior

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Oamaru North
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (307 reviews)
"Great room ,good firm bed. Nice reception staff and close to town."
Australia
Sandra
The price is ￥14,535
￥16,715 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 22 - Mar 23
ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
Superior Studio (Plus) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Colonial Lodge Motel

Colonial Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Oamaru North
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (264 reviews)
"Very nice host, comfortable apartment and parking. The room was on the colder side and we didn't manage to figure out how to warm it up."
Italy
Fabio
The price is ￥14,656
￥16,984 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 27 - Mar 28
Colonial Lodge Motel
Staircase

Heritage Court Lodge

Heritage Court Lodge
4.0 star property
Oamaru North
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (400 reviews)
"We always enjoy staying here when traveling through Oamaru very friendly staff and clean"
Australia
Roger
The price is ￥13,795
￥16,201 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Heritage Court Lodge
Aerobics facility

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
4.0 star property
Oamaru
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (375 reviews)
"Good parking Easy access to town"
Australia
Bob
The price is ￥16,680
￥19,182 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
Garden

Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park

Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park
3.0 star property
Glenavy
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (57 reviews)
"Room was great. Slept well. Bathroom is a little walk from the cabin. "
United States
Ray
The price is ￥7,618
￥8,761 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 17 - Mar 18
Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park
Exterior

Teschemakers Resort

Teschemakers Resort
3.0 star property
Teschemakers
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet!"
Australia
Jawid
The price is ￥22,580
￥25,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 19 - Mar 20
Teschemakers Resort
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Where to stay in Oamaru

Find the best Oamaru areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Oamaru
Learn more about Oamaru
North Otago Museum and monument in Oamaru New Zealand

Oamaru North

While Oamaru North isn't home to many top sights, Whitestone Cheese Factory and North Otago Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Oamaru which includes street scenes and heritage architecture

Historic Precinct

While visiting Historic Precinct, you might make a stop by sights like Steampunk HQ and Oamaru Harbour.

Oamaru which includes cafe lifestyle, heritage architecture and street scenes

South Hill

If you're spending some time in South Hill, Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony are top sights worth seeing.

Ardgowan

Ardgowan might not have many top sights, but Whitestone Cheese Factory and North Otago Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Weston

While Weston might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whitestone Cheese Factory and North Otago Museum.

Stay near popular Oamaru attractions

In Oamaru there's a little blue penguin colony where you can pay to see a show and learn about the penguins and watch them come in for the night. Penguins in New Zealand are only around at dusk when they swim in from a day at sea for the night.
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Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony

4.4/5 (96 reviews)
Watch the world's smallest penguins waddle home at dusk in this renowned conservation site. The guided evening viewings offer intimate wildlife encounters with these charming blue creatures returning from the sea.
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Oamaru showing art and interior views

Steampunk HQ

4.2/5 (114 reviews)
Step into a retro-futuristic world inside this 1880s grain elevator turned steampunk museum. Explore interactive installations while capturing photos of Victorian machinery with futuristic twists.
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Learn more about Oamaru

Victorian architecture houses the quirky Steampunk HQ museum and a colony of blue penguins along Oamaru's historic waterfront. Explore the artisan shops in the Victorian Precinct, then time your evening to watch little blue penguins waddle ashore.

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Oamaru showing heritage architecture and street scenes

Top Oamaru Hotel Reviews

289 Midway Motel

289 Midway Motel

6/10 Okay
"In a need of redecoration "
Andrzej 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
289 Midway Motel

More cheap stays in Oamaru

Criterion Boutique Hotel

Criterion Boutique Hotel

3 Tyne St Oamaru Otago Region
The price is ￥8,565 per night from Mar 27 to Mar 28
￥8,565
￥9,864 total
Mar 27 - Mar 28
includes taxes & fees
7.2/10 Good! (34 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Oamaru?
Poshtel is a favorite with Expedia customers. This lodge offers free WiFi and parking. Reviews from our site also recommend Oamaru Motor Lodge and ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge as top choices for your trip. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Oamaru.
What are some of the best vacation home rentals in Oamaru?
180 degrees sea view: This highly rated vacation home rental in Oamaru is equipped with a balcony, air-conditioning, and laundry facilities to help you feel comfortable during your stay. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. Some other top choices in Oamaru are Just like home (Brand New!) and Family-Fun Villa, Moonrise & Sunrise! Kids' Slide Bed! Ocean & Town Views 5-Beds. See all vacation rentals in Oamaru.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Oamaru, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Oamaru.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Oamaru?
To find more details about changing or cancelling your trip to Oamaru, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Oamaru?
Based on our traveler reviews, Empire Backpackers is a top choice for a less expensive stay. View all budget hotels in Oamaru.
What is the top LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Oamaru?
Pen-y-bryn Lodge is a top LGBTQ-friendly lodge that features free breakfast and free WiFi. Casa Nova House is another good option for your vacation. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Oamaru.
What's the best pet-friendly accommodation in Oamaru?
ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge is a top pet-friendly option for your stay. Two other good options to stay with your pet include Oamaru Motor Lodge and Alpine Motel. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Oamaru.
What's the best place to stay near Oamaru Harbour?
289 Midway Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 3-star property offers free parking and private balconies. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Oamaru Harbour. Other good choices close by include Brydone Hotel Oamaru and Poshtel.
What about the best place to stay close to Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony?
One of the top choices for your stay is Poshtel, located a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony, and this 5-star lodge offers free parking and free WiFi. Brydone Hotel Oamaru, located just 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away, is another good choice.
What's the best high-end hotel in Oamaru?
Poshtel is a luxury lodge and popular for Expedia travelers looking for an elegant place to stay. Tirohanga Nui and Casa Nova House are two other upscale options for your trip. Find more luxury hotels in Oamaru.
What are some accommodations with pools in Oamaru?
Ascot Oamaru Motel: Features free self parking, a children's pool, and complimentary wireless internet access. View all hotels with pools in Oamaru.
What's the best accommodation near Oamaru Airport (OAM)?
Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park is one of the top choices for your stay and is a popular 4-star property featuring free WiFi and free parking. It's located 3.7 mi (6 km) from Oamaru Airport.
What is staying in Oamaru like?
History buffs enjoy visiting Oamaru though all visitors are sure to find something to appreciate. Tourists can also enjoy the city's museums, art, and wineries. In Oamaru, there are 52 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Oamaru.
What is there to see in Oamaru?
Cultural venues include North Otago Museum, Steam Train, and Auto Museum. Landmarks like Janet Frame House, National Bank, and Totara Estate might be worth a visit. Natural beauty is on display at Oamaru Harbour, Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony, and Bushy Beach. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Oamaru guide.
What's the seasonal weather like in Oamaru?
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.