Hotels in Kia Ora
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Pen-y-bryn Lodge
Pen-y-bryn Lodge
5.0 star property
Holmes Hill
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (18)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(18)
The price is CNY3,294
CNY3,294
CNY3,788 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Teschemakers Resort
Teschemakers Resort
3.0 star property
Teschemakers
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(8)
The price is CNY699
CNY699
CNY804 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Poshtel
Poshtel
5.0 star property
Oamaru
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (350)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(350)
The price is CNY757
CNY757
CNY871 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
3.5 star property
Oamaru
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (560)
8.6/10
Excellent
(560)
The price is CNY558
CNY558
CNY642 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Casa Nova House
Casa Nova House
5.0 star property
Oamaru North
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
10/10
Exceptional
(8)
The price is CNY2,115
CNY2,115
CNY2,432 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Criterion Boutique Hotel
Criterion Boutique Hotel
2.0 star property
South Hill
6.6 out of 10, (13)
6.6/10
(13)
The price is CNY381
CNY381
CNY438 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Heritage Court Lodge
Heritage Court Lodge
4.0 star property
Oamaru North
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (390)
8.4/10
Very Good
(390)
The price is CNY617
CNY617
CNY709 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Alpine Motel
Alpine Motel
2.5 star property
Oamaru
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (239)
8.2/10
Very Good
(239)
The price is CNY529
CNY529
CNY608 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Oamaru Motor Lodge
Oamaru Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Oamaru North
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (702)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(702)
The price is CNY681
CNY681
CNY783 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
4.0 star property
Oamaru
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (373)
8.6/10
Excellent
(373)
The price is CNY592
CNY592
CNY681 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
The Mews Oamaru
The Mews Oamaru
4.5 star property
Oamaru
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (353)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(353)
The price is CNY807
CNY807
CNY928 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Oamaru North
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (305)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(305)
The price is CNY617
CNY617
CNY709 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Colonial Lodge Motel
Colonial Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Oamaru North
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (259)
8.6/10
Excellent
(259)
The price is CNY723
CNY723
CNY831 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
289 Midway Motel
289 Midway Motel
3.0 star property
Oamaru
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (309)
8.2/10
Very Good
(309)
The price is CNY687
CNY687
CNY790 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Ascot Oamaru Motel
Ascot Oamaru Motel
3.0 star property
Oamaru North
7.6 out of 10, Good, (450)
7.6/10
Good
(450)
The price is CNY713
CNY713
CNY820 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
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, (54)
8.8/10
Excellent
(54)
The price is CNY335
CNY335
CNY385 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Budget hotels in Kia Ora and vicinity
Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park
Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park3.0 star property
Glenavy
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (54)
8.8/10
Excellent
(54)
The price is CNY335
CNY335
CNY385 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (239)
8.2/10
Very Good
(239)
The price is CNY529
CNY529
CNY608 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (390)
8.4/10
Very Good
(390)
The price is CNY617
CNY617
CNY709 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (560)
8.6/10
Excellent
(560)
The price is CNY558
CNY558
CNY642 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(8)
The price is CNY699
CNY699
CNY804 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (702)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(702)
The price is CNY681
CNY681
CNY783 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (259)
8.6/10
Excellent
(259)
The price is CNY723
CNY723
CNY831 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (373)
8.6/10
Excellent
(373)
The price is CNY592
CNY592
CNY681 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (305)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(305)
The price is CNY617
CNY617
CNY709 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (309)
8.2/10
Very Good
(309)
The price is CNY687
CNY687
CNY790 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
7.6 out of 10, Good, (450)
7.6/10
Good
(450)
The price is CNY713
CNY713
CNY820 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (353)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(353)
The price is CNY807
CNY807
CNY928 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
10/10
Exceptional
(8)
The price is CNY2,115
CNY2,115
CNY2,432 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (18)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(18)
The price is CNY3,294
CNY3,294
CNY3,788 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Check out reviews of Kia Ora hotels guests love
Poshtel
10/10 Excellent
"Yes the hotel was amazing, and old building totally renovated, the lobby is very nice with a very good selection de antiques mix with modern features. The room was very comfortable, spotless and beautiful.
The receptionist was super kind and helpful with recommendations for dinner and information about where to see penguins!! So we super recommend the hotel!!!"
Heritage Court Lodge
10/10 Excellent
"I wasn't so sure about this place when we arrived but we ended up having a very nice stay here. The bathroom was huge. The master bedroom had a comfy beds and the heated mattress pad was outstanding! My friends were in the second bedroom and she didnt like that her bed was against an outside wall that she felt was chilly. "
AAA Thames Court Motel
10/10 Excellent
"A nice and really clean motel. Well located for visiting the blue penguins. "
Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park
10/10 Excellent
"Room was great. Slept well. Bathroom is a little walk from the cabin. "
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
10/10 Excellent
"All the above plus the building and the breakfast"
Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
10/10 Excellent
"The rooms were newly renovated, clean and comfortable. "
Oamaru Motor Lodge
10/10 Excellent
"Great room layout. Spacious. Good size bathroom. Friendly staff. Good TV. Highlight was the double glazing. Had a great sleep and when we got up every car had left, even a mini bus full of tourists and we didn't hear a thing."
The Mews Oamaru
10/10 Excellent
"Good standard motel. Spotless. 10-15 minute walk to central Oamaru"
289 Midway Motel
10/10 Excellent
"Stayed 3 nights. Spacious, warm, clean and comfortable unit. Great staff, welcoming and helpful. Very good facilities. Great breakfast from onsite restaurant. Would definitely stay again."
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hotel room cost in Kia Ora?
You can find top hotels in Kia Ora from CNY385 with options to suit your budget and needs. If you're looking for an affordable hotel in Kia Ora that meets all of your requirements, just sort hotels by "Price: low to high" after applying your filters when searching on Hotels.com.
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Can I book Kia Ora hotels with free cancellation?
To book a refundable Kia Ora hotel on Hotels.com, just filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property". Most 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 some popular hotels in central Kia Ora?
If you're looking for hotels in central Kia Ora, check out Brydone Hotel Oamaru. Travelers love Brydone Hotel Oamaru for its location, as well as the restaurant, bar/lounge and coffee shop/cafe this hotel offers. South Hill and Historic Precinct are some of the most central neighborhoods for your Kia Ora vacation.
What accommodations do travelers like in Kia Ora?
Guests like Brydone Hotel Oamaru, 289 Midway Motel and Oamaru Motor Lodge.
Can I book a refundable hotel in Kia Ora?
If you need the flexibility to change your plans to Kia Ora, most properties offer refundable* rates you can book. You can see these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
What will the weather in Kia Ora be like during my visit?
February and January are typically the warmest months in Kia Ora when the average temp is 57°F. July and August are the coldest months when the average temperature is 46°F. December and January are the months with the most rain.
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There are lots of reasons to book your Kia Ora trip with us: our free cancellations on selected hotels gives you flexibility, and with One Key™, our rewards program, you will be able to earn and use OneKeyCash™* on all eligible bookings such as hotels, car rentals, flights, vacation rentals and more on Hotels.com, Expedia and Vrbo.