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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, 1,291 reviews
Price from
US$123.70
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.

B
Barbara Lynne
From
New Zealand
This is a gem. Such an amazing history and he staff go out of their way to show off the property including the amazing chapel on site which is literally like being transported to Italy or France. And don’t start me on the beautiful chocolates made on site and provided in the rooms on arrival
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 205 reviews
Price from
US$180.35
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.

R
Robin
From
Barbados
Our room was in the original old part of this classic hotel. It was beautifully renovated with everything one would expect. It is five minutes walk from the intercity bus stop.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 879 reviews
Price from
US$113.67
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.

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, 16 reviews
Price from
US$69.37
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.

m
mui
From
Hong Kong
Great location,near the city centre. The apartment also full of Victoria style,we love it . We can enjoy sun rise in the bedroom,enjoy an energy morning ☺️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews
Price from
US$163.65
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.

Y
Yifan
From
China
The decoration was stunningly beautiful and tasteful, with every detail thoughtfully considered. The facilities were brand new and incredibly well-equipped, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay. Great location! Near the penguin spot and main street. The host was exceptionally kind and attentive, gave detailed advice on my tour in Oamaru.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 289 reviews
Price from
US$144.51
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.

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 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 309 reviews
Price from
US$103.18
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.

M
MEE LAN
From
Malaysia
All I like! We stayed in lower floor, decoration so beautiful! convention parking and laundry just few steps walk. Big kitchens full equipment, matters are good to sleep coz not too soft. Bath room are big
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 431 reviews
Price from
US$216.77
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.

N
Nirav
From
India
Very cosy, comfortable, clean and amazingly self contained home stay. Wish we could have stayed longer. Host Jenny was very kind and helpful to take care of guests needs by paying attention to smallest of the basic things we might need handy enough placed at the right corners of the house. Also she was generous to lend us universal adaptor for charging.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 210 reviews
Price from
US$109.83
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 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews
Price from
US$150.29
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 205 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,291 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 879 reviews

Budget hotels in Oamaru and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 879 reviews

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

From US$122.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Passable - What previous guests thought, 16 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$94.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 862 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$96.28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 181 reviews

Situated in Oamaru in the Otago region, Cosy On Till has a garden. The air-conditioned accommodation is 37 km from Moeraki Boulders, and guests can benefit from on-site private parking and...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 40 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 519 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$122.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
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$104.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 979 reviews

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

Hotels located in the centre of Oamaru

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 811 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$49.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 426 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 658 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$138.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 761 reviews

Located in Oamaru town centre, THE MEWS Oamaru offers self-catering accommodation along with free internet access and private parking. It is a 2-minute drive to Oamaru Steam Railway Station.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,186 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 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 22 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Located in Oamaru in the Otago region, Oamaru Railway Station Guesthouse provides accommodation with free private parking.

From US$139.43 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 372 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$135.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 54 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, 282 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, 78 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, 225 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, 146 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 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 431 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.

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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$182.46 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,291 reviews
All the rooms were decorated in a different quirky style, as was the lounge area, in keeping with the Steam Punk theme of Oamaru. Our room had a skii theme and our friends room had a farming theme. The hotel location was right in the centre of the town near all the shops. We could park in the supermarket car park next to the hotel. In the evening we visited the penguin colony and saw the little blue penguins jumping out of the sea and scurrying to their burrows.
Guest review by
Linda
New Zealand
From US$49.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews
Thanks to the hospitable and friendly staff it's been for me the very best accommodation in New Zealand. I was very greatful to them even for not being so strict with checking out times, free left luggage room and so on. And Oamaru itself - you must visit the town to understand the atmosphere. Would love to come once again.
Guest review by
Luboš Suchý
Czech Republic
From US$138.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 658 reviews
We loved the feel of the hotel, historic, interesting, lots of wood panelling, and a certain charm and eccentricity about it. The bed was probably the most comfortable we'd ever slept in! Nice view of the bay from the room. Good value for money.
Guest review by
Ian
United Kingdom
From US$122.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 879 reviews
The hotel was well located, on the main street of Oamaru, and an easy 20-minute walk to the penguin conservation centre, which was the reason for our visit. It was quiet and the restaurant area is lovely.
Guest review by
Daphne
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,186 reviews
The hotel is dated but beautifully clean with everything provided for a comfortable stay. We walked into the main part of Oamaru.
Guest review by
Jennifer
Australia