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Pen-y-bryn Lodge

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Nestled in Holmes Hill, Pen-y-bryn Lodge offers a serene retreat with a garden and terrace. Savor the Modern European cuisine at Gourmet Dinner, unwind in the arcade/game room or library, and stay connected with free WiFi. Bike rentals are available for exploring nearby attractions.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is CNY2,812
CNY3,233 total
includes taxes & fees
May 16 - May 17

Why we love this property

Gourmet European fare
Modern European delights await at the restaurant paired with a welcoming bar. Free cooked-to-order breakfast starts each day with culinary flair.
Sleep sanctuary
Hypo-allergenic and premium bedding combine with heated bathroom floors for pure comfort. Blackout drapes ensure deep slumber in this lodge.

Room options

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The Elizabeth Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Elizabeth Room

  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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The Park Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Park Room

  • Garden view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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The Victoria Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Victoria Room

  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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The Garden Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Garden Room

  • Garden view
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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The Nest Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

The Nest Room

  • Partial ocean view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
41 Towey Street, Oamaru, 9401

What's nearby

  • Oamaru Gardens - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Steampunk HQ - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Oamaru Harbour - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coast - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Indian Kitchen Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Scotts Brewing - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Pen-y-bryn Lodge

  • Pen-y-bryn Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Oamaru. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Gourmet Dinner, which serves Modern European cuisine and is open for dinner. This luxurious lodge also features a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 5 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests should be aware that 2 dogs reside at this property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (12 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1889
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Arcade/game room
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Heated floor (bathroom)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Gourmet Dinner - This restaurant specializes in Modern European cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.5 percent

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Also known as

Pen-y-bryn

Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Pen-y-bryn Lodge Oamaru

Pen-y-bryn Oamaru

Pen y bryn Lodge

Pen-y-bryn Lodge Lodge

Pen-y-bryn Lodge Oamaru

Pen-y-bryn Lodge Lodge Oamaru

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Pen-y-bryn Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Pen-y-bryn Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Pen-y-bryn Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

What is there to do at Pen-y-bryn Lodge and nearby?

Pen-y-bryn Lodge has a 24-hour fitness center and an arcade, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Pen-y-bryn Lodge?

Yes, Gourmet Dinner offers Modern European cuisine.

What's the area around Pen-y-bryn Lodge like?

Pen-y-bryn Lodge is in Holmes Hill, a short 19-minute walk from Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail and 19 minutes' walk from Oamaru Harbour.

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Reviews

Pen-y-bryn Lodge Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
xander, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Unique graceful spreading layout adds wonder to this attractive Victorian B & B. The gardens in spring are a riot of color, the food delicious and the bed comfortable. The hosts, James and James are delightful.
Brindan, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very special
Suwei, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

James and James are the perfect hosts. We have a fantastic experience. Thank you!
Ana, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely beautiful house with wonderful art and interesting and friendly hosts. Loved the book about the art and objects. Enjoyed game of snooker. Would have loved to stay longer
Carolyn, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place. Highly recommended.

Really beautiful historic home converted in to a lodge. Food was creative, beautifully served and delicious, much of it from the home's garden and local producers. Lovely appointed rooms with everything you could need. Friendly, low key hosts. Close to town centre and historic area.
Eric, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely a great place to stay. Very kind host, Gorgeous garden, beautiful house, nice infrastructure, delicious breakfast. I’ll absolutely come back. Thank you so much for looking after us!
J, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Sensationell!
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice accommodation and friendly hosts

Great location and very nice accommodation. Homemade food items including jam, honey, etc. Owners are very friendly.
1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

This is a B&B, so mind Q's ands P's

This is an awesome property, but for a solo traveler, who paid for a double room - my friend was on a budget - I think this Estate is more about form than substance. When I arrived, one of the owners (I think) met me at the door with an umbrella - nice touch - but then said, "I thought you would be two!?" Well, of course the default on hotels.com is 2, so already I felt tension in the air. He was very nice to me until I booked another night. My friend on a budget visited and the proprietors treated him like a curiosity as he stood on the patio with the rain pouring down in buckets. They invited him in, we went into the drawing room, and since I had paid for it, I invited my friend to breakfast the next morning, but he later canceled, feeling uncomfortable. I felt fine until the next day when I was asked to a tip for a one-inch square of "harvested" honey. The food is very good. The accommodations are terrific, but the sense of welcomeness is lacking, and while you worry whether you will disturb their - or his - routine, if you ask questions, you feel as if you are disturbing their - or his - routine. That's as honest as I can say, especially for the price.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely perfect in every way!

Not only is the lodge gorgeous and in a great location, but what really makes Pen y Bryn special is the personal attention from the owners. James greeted us by the car with an umbrella, offered us gourmet cookies he had baked that morning, later met us and the other guests in the drawing room for complementary wine and gourmet appetizers he had made! He is truly a warm, fascinating person and shared many amazing stories of his travels. The lodge is reminiscent of a Scottish estate and we were welcome to wander about enjoying the diverse artwork, play snooker in the billiards room, admire the gardens. Each room has a name and makes you feel like a guest in a European castle...exquisite furnishings, decor, and view. The lodge is a mere 5 minutes from the blue penguin colony, which was our primary reason for visiting. Our only regret is that we did not stay longer! We are traveling around the entire South Island and by far this was our favorite place! Would love to return and will definitely tell everyone who plans to come to New Zealand to stay at Pen y Bryn! Thanks James and James!!! You guys are awesome!
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very good standard of facilities and service,excellent meals, a thoroughly enjoyable ambience and experience
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Historic restored lodge

Stayed here one night. The American ex-pat owners have restored this lodge to a very high level. The guest rooms (we saw two) are beautiful as are the common areas. The owners are very proud of the lodge and enthusiastic about explaining its history. Although we did not eat dinner at the lodge (our mistake for not booking it before we arrived) James served us canapés and wine (both of very high quality) and we had an informative conversation about Oamaru and things to do. James made reservations for us and got us tickets to view the penguins returning at dusk. (A must see activity - get premium seating.). In hindsight we should have stayed at the lodge two nights having dinner there at least once. There is a lot to see in and around Oamaru. The lodge is pricey but worth it. It's not a place for kids though; the furnishings are too exquisite and without tv they may be too rambunctious.
Verified

6/10 Good

Elizabeth, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Ronny, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Mike, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional