Best Hotels in Oamaru

Explore Oamaru from hotels near iconic landmarks, popular shopping streets, and top dining spots.

Poshtel
9.5 (169 reviews)

Poshtel ★★★★

📍 126 Thames Street, Oamaru

"The front desk staff were incredibly friendly. We were greeted with welcome milk upon check-in and even received handmade cookies. The breakfast in the morning was excellent, a classic Western spread. Overall, it was a fantastic stay and highly recommended."

1 night Rs 24,623
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Casa Nova House
9.4 (44 reviews)

Casa Nova House ★★★★★

📍 1 Alt Street, Oamaru North, Oamaru

"Our room was absolutely wonderful. A comfortable bed, lovely bathroom, an ocean view and to top it off a home cooked breakfast, lodge style, in the morning. Thank you to our hosts for a lovely stay."

1 night Rs 76,299
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289 Midway Motel
8.6 (99 reviews)

289 Midway Motel ★★★

📍 289 Thames Street, Oamaru

"Very good motels in the town. Everything was completed and very comfortable. The owner was quite friendly . We got the ground floor room, and the car was Juz parked infront of the room. Super convenient."

1 night Rs 19,353
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Oamaru Motor Lodge
8.6 (74 reviews)

Oamaru Motor Lodge ★★★★

📍 391 Thames Highway, Oamaru North, Oamaru

"The smell of the room was not very good and the facilities were relatively basic. This was my least favorite motel in the whole trip."

1 night Rs 21,082
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The Mews Oamaru
9.1 (56 reviews)

The Mews Oamaru ★★★★

📍 26 Exe Street, Oamaru

"The landlord is very nice. When you check in with the key, you will receive a small bottle of milk~ This time I booked a cabin room, number 19. It was very nice. I felt like I had a small home in New Zealand~ Parking is available at the door, and each parking space is marked with a room number, one parking space for each family. The room facilities are a little bit old, the exhaust fan is a bit loud, the heater in the bedroom seems to be broken, and finally the heater in the living room is turned on. Since I was in a hurry, I didn’t take any photos. There are McDonald’s, KFC, etc. nearby. When you go out of the hotel and turn a corner, you will reach the main road of the town."

1 night Rs 26,682
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Brydone Hotel Oamaru
8.6 (65 reviews)

Brydone Hotel Oamaru ★★★

📍 115 Thames Street, Oamaru

"Nice place with central location of the Oamaru town, near Woolworth supermarket, some nice old-fashion places and beach. Nice to visit and grab photos. Hotel keeps original decoration you can feel warm with the fireplace and wooden furniture. But the room is clean with modern style."

1 night Rs 22,235
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5 Bed Panoramic Sea & Town View
9.9 (13 reviews)

5 Bed Panoramic Sea & Town View ★★★

📍 23 Bedford Street, Oamaru North, Oamaru

"Great stay, very comfortable and close to all the attractions."

1 night Rs 150,869
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Oamaru Backpackers
9.2 (38 reviews)

Oamaru Backpackers ★★

📍 47 Tees Street, South Hill, Oamaru

"Despite being a backpacker hostel, the cleanliness was impeccable. I particularly enjoyed the small garden at the back!"

1 night Rs 9,470
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Alpine Motel
7.7 (123 reviews)

Alpine Motel ★★★

📍 285 Thames Street, Oamaru

"The location itself is good. However, the room is just normal."

1 night Rs 18,117
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Poshtel ★★★★
"This hotel is steeped in history and thoughtful design. From the decor and furnishings to the amenities, you can feel the owner's dedication and commitment to every detail. The front desk staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming. The lobby is locked after 8 PM as there's no one on duty, but there are other entrances to access the hotel. The location is excellent, with a large supermarket nearby. It's within walking distance of the Victorian Historic Precinct, and along the way, you'll find many historical sites and unique small shops. The hotel doesn't have private parking, but street parking nearby is free from 5 PM until 9:30 AM the next day. If you need to park longer, it costs one New Zealand Dollar per hour. Breakfast primarily consists of simple pastries, cold cuts, fruit, and hot and cold beverages. Overall, it was a comfortable stay. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Oamaru!"
★★★★★
2026-07-21
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Casa Nova House ★★★★★
"Our stay at Casa Nova House was an absolute highpoint in our visit to New Zealand, in my case, a month spent on the South Island. From the Old World charm of the house and grounds, which I won't even try to describe since I know I won't be able to do it justice - you just have to experience it - to the warm, generous hospitality of our hosts, it wasn't merely a nice place to stay while exploring the area, it was a magnetic and inviting place in and of itself, one to which you can't wait to return. And there is one reason in particular for that: Brenda and Katrina are the most delightful, gracious hosts I personally can recall from any of my travels over many years. Katrina is a wellspring of information, and not just dry information - she makes it interesting and fun, a real conversationalist. Brenda, too, is a joy to talk to, and her breakfasts are the most delicious works of art, but also hearty and substantial (I can scarcely imagine what a remarkable treat it would be to experience what might be offered up if she were preparing dinner). I could go on at great length, but suffice it to say, you'll be grandly well fed here. This is so much more than a standard B&B and, having stayed at many of them in various parts of the world, I have to say we've never felt more genuinely welcome, as if we were family."
★★★★★
2026-06-17
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Traveling with friends
289 Midway Motel ★★★
"the motel is fully furnished. Simple but complete. just that the water flow on bathroom quite small."
★★★★★
2025-08-05
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Family
Oamaru Motor Lodge ★★★★
"Quite good"
★★★★★
2023-08-24
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Weeendy_X

Couple
The Mews Oamaru ★★★★
"Very nice room! like! ! ! The boss and his wife are very nice, and the sanitary conditions are also very good. This town is really simple and comfortable~ Love it so much! ! ! !"
★★★★★
2023-12-07
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Mandy Pua

Family
Brydone Hotel Oamaru ★★★
"It’s a vintage hotel, I’m surprised with the lift which is very old type of lift, the design very pretty and retro. Room is quite spacious for 4 adults. The heater is very powerful and strong. The hotel is located near to the town center and precinct street, just a few minutes of walk can reach."
★★★★★
2025-03-25
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5 Bed Panoramic Sea & Town View ★★★
"We originally wanted to book a 2-night stay in Oamaru, but we were only able to get one night at this place and we’re so glad we did! The host was warm, approachable, and had a great sense of humor, which made our stay even more enjoyable. The accommodation was lovely, comfortable, and had everything we needed. We truly enjoyed our time here and would definitely come back again. If I had to mention one small downside, it would be the limited hot water. We were staying as a bigger group, and my brother ended up taking a cold shower in the middle of winter! 😂 So it might be a little inconvenient if several people need to shower one after another. Overall, it was a wonderful stay, and we highly recommend this place!"
★★★★★
2026-07-06
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Solo traveler
Oamaru Backpackers ★★
"Feel so comfy to stay at here, loved the room decorations and especially the massage chair in public area, that was heaven after a long drive!! They even got a bidet in the bathroom hahahaha"
★★★★★
2025-12-25
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Dadahe

Family
Alpine Motel ★★★
"Very good value for money."
★★★★★
2023-09-26

Hotels Near Top Attractions in Oamaru

Discover the charm of Oamaru by staying near its iconic landmarks.

Ōamaru Penguins

Ōamaru Penguins

Steampunk HQ

Steampunk HQ

Oamaru's Heritage Precinct

Oamaru's Heritage Precinct

Whitestone City

Whitestone City

St Luke's Anglican Church

St Luke's Anglican Church

Oamaru Travel Information

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Power Plug & Voltage

230V/Type I

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Exchange Rate

NZD

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Local Payment

Cards/Cash

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One NZ/Spark/2degrees

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Current Weather

Intermittent clouds

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Number of reviews

1,341

Total properties

52

Weekday Avg. Price

Rs 51,215

Weekend Avg. Price

Rs 52,097

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