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Top 5 hotels in Oamaru at a glance

Brydone Hotel Oamaru — 3.5-star hotel in Oamaru. Guest rating: 8.6/10 — Excellent.
Oamaru Motor Lodge — 4-star hotel in Oamaru North. Guest rating: 9.4/10 — Exceptional.
Poshtel — 5-star hotel in Oamaru. Guest rating: 9.6/10 — Exceptional.
Heritage Court Lodge — 4-star hotel in Oamaru North. Guest rating: 8.4/10 — Very Good.
289 Midway Motel — 3-star hotel in Oamaru. Guest rating: 8.2/10 — Very Good.

Where to stay in Oamaru?

Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Oamaru on Hotels.com. These Oamaru hotels consistently deliver on comfort, location and traveler experience. Last updated on August 30, 2026.

Exterior detail

Interior entrance

Bar (on property)

Classic Suite | View from room

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Oamaru

CNY548

CNY630 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Electric vehicle charging station

Superior Studio Suite

Courtyard

Private kitchen

Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru North

CNY666

CNY766 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

Interior

Superior Suite

Reception

Interior detail

Poshtel

Oamaru

CNY667

CNY767 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Staircase

Luxury Studio

Premium Suite, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Terrace/patio

Property grounds

Heritage Court Lodge

Oamaru North

CNY519

CNY597 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

Exterior

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Front of property

Front of property

289 Midway Motel

Oamaru

CNY623

CNY716 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Lobby

Executive 1 Bedroom

Executive 1 Bedroom

Executive 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen

Alpine Motel

Oamaru

CNY554

CNY637 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Courtyard

Room

Point of interest

Exterior

The Mews Oamaru

Oamaru

CNY779

CNY896 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

Exterior

The Nest Room

Interior

Restaurant

Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Holmes Hill

CNY2,790

CNY3,208 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

Family Apartment

Family Apartment

Executive Studio Apartment | Private kitchenette

Superior One Bedroom Apartment | Living room

AAA Thames Court Motel

Oamaru

CNY479

CNY848 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Terrace/patio

Interior

Studio Suite, Balcony, Mountain View | Interior

Exterior

Tirohanga Nui

South Hill

CNY2,336

CNY2,687 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Superior Studio (Plus)

Private kitchenette

Children's play area - outdoor

Room

Colonial Lodge Motel

Oamaru North

CNY561

CNY645 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

Exterior

Garden

Garden view

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Casa Nova House

Oamaru North

CNY1,869

CNY2,149 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Aerobics facility

Property grounds

Superior Triple Room | View from room

One Bedroom Family Unit

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Oamaru

CNY637

CNY732 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

Laundry room

Executive One Bedroom Suite | Terrace/patio

Executive One Bedroom Suite

Gym

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

Oamaru North

CNY547

CNY629 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

Bar (on property)

Standard Twin Room

Lobby lounge

Exterior

Criterion Boutique Hotel

South Hill

CNY374

CNY430 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Breakfast area

Garden

Billiards

Children's activities

Ascot Oamaru Motel

Oamaru North

CNY663

CNY763 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Exterior

Property grounds

Deluxe Triple Room

Banquet hall

Teschemakers Resort

Teschemakers

CNY914

CNY1,051 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

Garden

Twin Cabin | View from property

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area | View from room

Twin Cabin

Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park

Glenavy

CNY329

CNY378 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

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Exterior detail

Interior entrance

Bar (on property)

Classic Suite | View from room

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Oamaru

We have 5 left at

CNY548

per night

CNY1,261 total

includes taxes & fees

Exterior

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Front of property

Front of property

289 Midway Motel

Oamaru

We have 5 left at

CNY623

per night

CNY1,433 total

includes taxes & fees

Family Apartment

Family Apartment

Executive Studio Apartment | Private kitchenette

Superior One Bedroom Apartment | Living room

AAA Thames Court Motel

Oamaru

We have 2 left at

CNY554

per night

CNY1,875 total

includes taxes & fees

Superior Studio (Plus)

Private kitchenette

Children's play area - outdoor

Room

Colonial Lodge Motel

Oamaru North

We have 1 left at

CNY561

per night

CNY1,290 total

includes taxes & fees

Exterior

Garden

Garden view

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Casa Nova House

Oamaru North

CNY1,869

per night

CNY4,299 total

includes taxes & fees

Exterior

The Nest Room

Interior

Restaurant

Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Holmes Hill

We have 1 left at

CNY2,931

per night

CNY6,742 total

includes taxes & fees

Exterior detail

Interior entrance

Bar (on property)

Classic Suite | View from room

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Oamaru

CNY86 off

CNY774

per night

CNY890 total

includes taxes & fees

Exterior

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Front of property

Front of property

289 Midway Motel

Oamaru

We have 5 left at

CNY654

per night

CNY752 total

includes taxes & fees

Staircase

Luxury Studio

Premium Suite, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Terrace/patio

Property grounds

Heritage Court Lodge

Oamaru North

We have 1 left at

CNY617

per night

CNY709 total

includes taxes & fees

Family Apartment

Family Apartment

Executive Studio Apartment | Private kitchenette

Superior One Bedroom Apartment | Living room

AAA Thames Court Motel

Oamaru

We have 1 left at

CNY839

per night

CNY1,278 total

includes taxes & fees

Superior Studio (Plus)

Private kitchenette

Children's play area - outdoor

Room

Colonial Lodge Motel

Oamaru North

We have 1 left at

CNY794

per night

CNY913 total

includes taxes & fees

Exterior

Garden

Garden view

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Casa Nova House

Oamaru North

We have 1 left at

CNY1,869

per night

CNY2,149 total

includes taxes & fees

Breakfast area

Garden

Billiards

Children's activities

Ascot Oamaru Motel

Oamaru North

We have 3 left at

CNY663

per night

CNY763 total

includes taxes & fees

Exterior

The Nest Room

Interior

Restaurant

Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Holmes Hill

We have 1 left at

CNY3,235

per night

CNY3,720 total

includes taxes & fees

Check out pet-friendly hotels in Oamaru

Electric vehicle charging station

Superior Studio Suite

Courtyard

Private kitchen

Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru North

CNY666

CNY766 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

Lobby

Executive 1 Bedroom

Executive 1 Bedroom

Executive 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen

Alpine Motel

Oamaru

CNY554

CNY637 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Exterior

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Front of property

Front of property

289 Midway Motel

Oamaru

CNY623

CNY716 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Laundry room

Executive One Bedroom Suite | Terrace/patio

Executive One Bedroom Suite

Gym

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

Oamaru North

CNY547

CNY629 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

Aerobics facility

Property grounds

Superior Triple Room | View from room

One Bedroom Family Unit

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Oamaru

CNY637

CNY732 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

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Top neighborhoods in Oamaru

A historic building with a clock tower and a statue.

Oamaru North

A street with a red building, a sign for a gallery and studio, and a sign for natural limestone souvenirs.

A vintage blue car parked in front of a building with a sign that reads "Deja Moo."

A large airship parked in front of a building with a sign that reads "INSERT 2 COINS."

A vintage steam engine with a sign reading "STEAMPUNK HQ" in front of a building.

A building labeled "STEAMPUNK HQ" with a large, rusted, mechanical structure in front.

Historic Precinct

The Historic Precinct neighborhood offers attractions such as Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct and Steampunk HQ.

A vintage blue car parked in front of a building with a sign that reads "Deja Moo."

A street with a red building, a sign for a gallery and studio, and a sign for natural limestone souvenirs.

A historic church with a tall spire, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and parked cars.

A road with a green van, signs indicating 'PENGUINS CROSSING' and 'SLOW', and a speed limit sign of 30.

A sandy beach with scattered driftwood and sparse vegetation.

South Hill

The South Hill neighborhood has lots to see including Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct.

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Top landmarks in Oamaru

A road with a green van, signs indicating 'PENGUINS CROSSING' and 'SLOW', and a speed limit sign of 30.

Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony

9.0/10 (194 reviews)

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony in South Hill. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Oamaru Gardens, located nearby.

A harbor with several boats docked, a pier, and a building with a red roof.

Oamaru Harbour

8.8/10 (287 reviews)

Why not relax on the waterfront and snap some great vacation pics at Oamaru Harbour when visiting Oamaru.

A vintage car with a robot on top, in a dimly lit garage with a sign reading "FISHCH".

Steampunk HQ

8.8/10 (231 reviews)

If museums are on your list, you might want to check out the upcoming exhibitions at Steampunk HQ in Historic Precinct. If you want to see more of the museums in Oamaru, you can easily walk to Auto Museum or North Otago Museum.

A steam locomotive on tracks in front of a building with a sign reading "STEAMPUNK HQ".

Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct

9.2/10 (273 reviews)

If museums are on your list, you might want to check out the upcoming exhibitions at Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct in South Hill. If you want to see more of the museums in Oamaru, you can easily walk to Auto Museum or North Otago Museum.

Oamaru Gardens

9.2/10 (109 reviews)

Oamaru Gardens is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from central Oamaru, why not stop by during your stay. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony, located nearby.

Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail

8.4/10 (14 reviews)

Travelers who enjoy the great outdoors might want to go to Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail, located 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from central Oamaru. If you like Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail and want to stay outside, head to Oamaru Harbour or Oamaru Gardens, both a short walk away.

Janet Frame House

8.8/10 (6 reviews)

If visiting museums in Oamaru are on your list, you might want to check out the upcoming exhibitions at Janet Frame House. If you want to see more of the museums in Oamaru, you can easily walk to North Otago Museum.

Whitestone Cheese Factory

8.8/10 (81 reviews)

Whitestone Cheese Factory is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from central Oamaru, why not stop by during your stay. If you have fun at Whitestone Cheese Factory, you'll love Totara Estate, located nearby.

Learn more about Oamaru

Oamaru is applauded for its cultural attractions such as North Otago Museum and Auto Museum. This historical city has something for everyone including sights like Steampunk HQ and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct.

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Check out reviews of Oamaru hotels guests love

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

8/10 Good

"Nice place to stay."

Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great customer experience. Nice bedrooms and bath. Receptionist ready for serving well"

The Mews Oamaru

The Mews Oamaru

10/10 Excellent

"Loved our nice quiet room in a great location, would stay here again"

Poshtel

Poshtel

10/10 Excellent

"Its so cool We have stayed before when passing through Rooms are themed Helpful staff, central to restaurants Comfy bed, very clean"

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

10/10 Excellent

"Older hotel but that means a nice big room, great location on the Main Street."

Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel

8/10 Good

"Only stayed for the one night with my young family. We arrived late but called in advanced to let them know. I was greeted when we arrived and let inside. The owner turned on all the heaters so it was lovely and warm for our kids to snuggle straight into bed. Lovely stay and great staff."

Colonial Lodge Motel

Colonial Lodge Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Clear room and kitchen, helpful staff, easy parking! Recommend!"

Heritage Court Lodge

Heritage Court Lodge

8/10 Good

"Good for a one-night stay. The room was comfortable enough and the location was convenient. Good value for a short stopover."

AAA Thames Court Motel

AAA Thames Court Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, well stocked. Spacious bathroom."

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hotel room cost in Oamaru?

You can choose a great hotel in Oamaru from CNY378 with properties to suit all budgets and needs. If you're after an affordable hotel in Oamaru that meets all of your requirements, set your filters and then sort the results by "Price: low to high".

How can I find deals and earn rewards at Oamaru hotels?

Discover great deals on Oamaru hotel stays with Hotels.com. You can also look at hotel prices mid-week or during the low season to find off-peak deals. If it's a spontaneous trip, check out our last-minute deals on Oamaru hotels.

Can I book Oamaru hotels with free cancellation?

To book a refundable Oamaru hotel on Hotels.com, just filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property". Many hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel. Some hotels do require cancelling more than 24 hours before check-in, so double-check your booking beforehand.

What are the top-rated luxury hotels in Oamaru?

Some of the most popular luxury hotels in Oamaru are Poshtel, Highfield Mews, and Pen-y-bryn Lodge. Poshtel is a luxury lodge with a high guest rating amongst our travelers. Highfield Mews and Pen-y-bryn Lodge are two more favorite luxury stays in great Oamaru locations.

What are some top pet-friendly hotels in Oamaru?

Our travelers' top pet-friendly hotels in Oamaru include:

Oamaru Motor Lodge: A motel with a guest rating of 9.4 out of 10
Bella Vista Motel Oamaru: A motel with a guest rating of 8.6
ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge: A motel with a guest rating of 9.2

You can also use the "Amenities" filter in your search on Hotels.com and check "Pet friendly" to discover more pet-friendly hotels in Oamaru.

What are some of the best hotels in Oamaru for couples?

Enjoy your couple's retreat with a stay at a top-rated Oamaru romantic hotel. Our travelers love Brydone Hotel Oamaru, a hotel with a restaurant and couples/private dining. Discover more hotels in Oamaru on Hotels.com for couples by using the "Traveler experience" filter in your search and selecting "Adults only" or "Romantic".

What are some of the best kid-friendly hotels in Oamaru?

Some of the best Oamaru hotels for kids include The Mews Oamaru, Northstar Motel, and Heritage Court Lodge. The Mews Oamaru is a kid-friendly motel with a guest score of 9.4 out of 10 offering family-friendly amenities like free parking and a barbecue grill, plus free cribs in guestrooms. Check out Northstar Motel with a guest score of 9.4. This popular motel has children's meals and an arcade/game room as well as free cribs in the guestrooms. Heritage Court Lodge is another good option with a playground and free parking, plus high chairs in the guestrooms. Find even more kid-friendly hotels in Oamaru by using our "Family friendly" filter on Hotels.com when you search.

What are the top Oamaru hotels with a pool?

For a little extra luxury, discover some of the best Oamaru hotels with a pool. Ascot Oamaru Motel is a great motel with a children's pool and a guest rating of 7.6 out of 10. Plus, you can make the most of its restaurant and bar/lounge. To find more stays in Oamaru with a pool, use the "Amenities" filter on Hotels.com in your search and select "Pool".

What are some of the best Oamaru hotels with free parking?

If you're arriving by car, choosing a great Oamaru hotel with free parking is a plus. Our travelers' favorites include:

Casa Nova House: A lodge with an average guest rating of 10 out of 10
Pen-y-bryn Lodge: A lodge with an average guest rating of 9.6
The Mews Oamaru: A motel with an average guest rating of 9.4

What are some popular hotels in central Oamaru?

If you're looking for hotels in central Oamaru, check out Highfield Mews and Oamaru Motor Lodge. Travelers love Highfield Mews for its location, as well as the kitchens this hotel offers. Oamaru Motor Lodge is another popular central motel with a terrace, a gym and concierge services. Oamaru North and Historic Precinct are some of the most central neighborhoods for your Oamaru vacation.

Where can I find free parking with my stay in Oamaru?

AAA Thames Court Motel offers the perk of free parking.

Can I book refundable hotels in Oamaru?

If you want the flexibility to change your travel plans to Oamaru, most properties provide refundable* rates you can book. You can see these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.

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