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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.

C
Cui
From
Finland
The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. It is located close to the bus stop which is convenient for us when we came from Dunedin. Shopping mall is nearby so very nice. Decorations are stylish. The staff was very friendly and helpful - she allowed us to leave the luggage there for a few hours after checking out in the morning so that we could walk around freely. Very appreciated!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,280 reviews
Price from
US$110.78
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.

C
CAROL
From
Australia
A beautiful property. The host was very accomodating and lovely.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews
Price from
US$93.76
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.

D
DeAnne
From
New Zealand
Room location and staff all excellent
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 880 reviews
Price from
US$119.07
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 5.3
Passable - What previous guests thought, 10 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.

D
Deswarte
From
Ireland
So close to town centre. Great view from the balcony. Very spacious and so much natural light !!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 117 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.

A
Alan
From
New Zealand
Feels like home. Don't be put off by the surrounding properties. Lovely hosts
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 286 reviews
Price from
US$143.80
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.

M
Monika
From
Italy
It is a charming, lovingly refurbished and decorated flat that seems transported directly from the English countryside. Although the house is on the main road, the studio is at the back of the building and very quiet. You can walk to the city centre, but it takes time, so it is better to go by car.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 295 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.

E
Eshita
From
India
Beautiful property. Very clean and elegant. Lot of thought has been put in decorating the place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 422 reviews
Price from
US$209.95
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.

S
Stefan
From
Singapore
Jenny as a host was amazing. She gave an introduction to her place and was reachable for any questions and provided valuable insights on things to do as a tourist. The animals on the farm are adorable and the garden is beautiful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 217 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.

Z
Zhang
From
China
Facilities, landlord, pets, breakfast are all very good
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
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 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 880 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,280 reviews

Best hotels with breakfast in Oamaru and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 34 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$99.91 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 657 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$103.54 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 379 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$129.77 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 39 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.

    From US$175.49 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 277 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, 67 reviews

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

    From US$132.30 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    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, 134 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.

Hotels located in the centre of Oamaru

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 806 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$48.89 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$104.19 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.3
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 10 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$69.02 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Located in Oamaru in the Otago region, Sea View Oamaru features a garden.

    From US$373.88 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 860 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$95.81 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 410 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$48.89 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

    Located in Oamaru, 38 km from Moeraki Boulders, Orla's Cottage provides accommodation with access to a garden. There is a picnic area and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$205.35 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 526 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$108.14 per night

Budget hotels in Oamaru and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 679 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$80.53 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,015 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$86.28 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 732 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$57.52 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews

    Situated in Oamaru in the Otago region, Guest Suite with private entry own kitchen and bathroom has a garden.

    From US$94.91 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 587 reviews

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

    From US$105.84 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 484 reviews

    Ascot Oamaru Motel is one of Oamaru's largest motel complexes only minutes by car to the town centre, shops, Blue Penguin Colony, Oamaru Racecourse, Centennial Park and the Historic Oamaru Precinct.

    From US$118.49 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 930 reviews

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

    From US$83.40 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 422 reviews

    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.

    From US$227.20 per night

FAQs about hotels in Oamaru

What guests said about Oamaru:

  • 10.0

    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
  • 10.0

    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
  • 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

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  • From US$83.40 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 930 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews
    The Vicarage is a perfect spot to stay in Oamaru. The room & bed was super comfortable and the common area is warm & inviting. The breakfast is perfect. Jacqui has fabulous ideas and ready to give you directions or places to spot little blue penguins on your way back from dinner (and absolute highlight!)
    Guest review by
    Emma
    New Zealand
  • From US$163.10 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,280 reviews
    Friendly welcoming staff, beautifully appointed rooms with comfortable bed & great shower. An excellent buffet breakfast completed our one night stay in this uniquely stylish boutique hotel. It'll certainly be our stay of choice when next visiting Oamaru.
    Guest review by
    Rose
    New Zealand
  • From US$104.19 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 880 reviews
    An old style hotel, bags of character, excellent location. Staff was very helpful. Good breakfast - good value. Very much liked Oamaru - restaurants, art shops, penguins.
    Guest review by
    Andrew
    United Kingdom
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 272 reviews
    Great location with view over Oamaru historic centre and bay. Well priced. Good access instructions and communications from owner. Clean.
    Guest review by
    Neville
    New Zealand