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Victorian architecture houses the quirky Steampunk HQ museum and a colony of blue penguins along Oamaru's historic waterfront. Explore the artisan shops in the Victorian Precinct, then time your evening to watch little blue penguins waddle ashore.
Top reviews in Oamaru
Casa Nova House
Casa Nova HouseOamaru North
10/10 Excellent
Hotel was amazing. The owner was very welcoming and friendly and the hotel is gorgeously renovated with everything you need and then some.
Would recommend and we will be back if we visit New Zealand again.
Hotel was amazing. The owner was very welcoming and friendly and the hotel is gorgeously renovated with everything you need and then some.
Would recommend and we will be back if we visit New Zealand again.
Kate
Poshtel
PoshtelOamaru
10/10 Excellent
Fantastic hotel. Beautiful rooms, lovely staff. Could not ask for more. Be aware if you are on the front of the hotel, there is some noise from the street, but this did not spoil our stay in any way. Easy 5 stars.
Fantastic hotel. Beautiful rooms, lovely staff. Could not ask for more. Be aware if you are on the front of the hotel, there is some noise from the street, but this did not spoil our stay in any way. Easy 5 stars.
Neil
Oamaru Motor Lodge
Oamaru Motor LodgeOamaru North
10/10 Excellent
The room was spotless and very comfortable. Check in was quick and easy. Despite being on SH1 there was no noise in the evening and we slept well.
The room was spotless and very comfortable. Check in was quick and easy. Despite being on SH1 there was no noise in the evening and we slept well.
Samantha
The Mews Oamaru
The Mews OamaruOamaru
10/10 Excellent
Clean room, very comfortable and a good location
Clean room, very comfortable and a good location
Rachel
ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
ASURE Ambassador Motor LodgeOamaru North
10/10 Excellent
Very nice, albeit a short drive to historic district and penguins.
Very nice, albeit a short drive to historic district and penguins.
Nigel
AAA Thames Court Motel
AAA Thames Court MotelOamaru
10/10 Excellent
Extremely accommodating hosts, as our room was ready we were allowed to check in early. The accommodation was very comfortable clean and convenient. Great facilities with excellent air conditioning. Would recommend
Extremely accommodating hosts, as our room was ready we were allowed to check in early. The accommodation was very comfortable clean and convenient. Great facilities with excellent air conditioning. Would recommend
EDWARD
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Brydone Hotel OamaruOamaru
10/10 Excellent
A clean and renovated room with coffe and tea.
There was no noise from the street.
The service people are very friendly l.
A clean and renovated room with coffe and tea.
There was no noise from the street.
The service people are very friendly l.
Marion
Colonial Lodge Motel
Colonial Lodge MotelOamaru North
10/10 Excellent
Very friendly place to stay, lovely room which had everything we needed and more, lovely friendly staff and owner, would go back if possible!
Very friendly place to stay, lovely room which had everything we needed and more, lovely friendly staff and owner, would go back if possible!
Patricia
Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
Bella Vista Motel OamaruOamaru
10/10 Excellent
The rooms were newly renovated, clean and comfortable.
The rooms were newly renovated, clean and comfortable.
Scott
Alpine Motel
Alpine MotelOamaru
10/10 Excellent
Great place for a one night stop to break up a long drive. The owners are relatively new so bear that in mind when looking at older reviews. Very clean and spacious
Great place for a one night stop to break up a long drive. The owners are relatively new so bear that in mind when looking at older reviews. Very clean and spacious
Vicki
289 Midway Motel
289 Midway MotelOamaru
10/10 Excellent
Room was excellent and provided at we needed, thanks.
Room was excellent and provided at we needed, thanks.
Pauline
Ascot Oamaru Motel
Ascot Oamaru MotelOamaru North
10/10 Excellent
Very comfortable
Very comfortable
Anonymous traveller
Criterion Boutique Hotel
Criterion Boutique HotelSouth Hill
10/10 Excellent
Quite a quirky place in the Victorian area of Omaru. The room was compact and probably the same layout as it was in Victorian time. The room and bathrooms were clean. The kitchen was a bit disorganised. The staff were lovely and very keen to help in any way they could.
Quite a quirky place in the Victorian area of Omaru. The room was compact and probably the same layout as it was in Victorian time. The room and bathrooms were clean. The kitchen was a bit disorganised. The staff were lovely and very keen to help in any way they could.
Helen
Teschemakers Resort
Teschemakers ResortTeschemakers
10/10 Excellent
What an amazing venue. Huge place with lovely spacious rooms. Very clean and the staff were really helpful. They also make Belgian Chocolate on site! If you ask you can visit the kitchen and watch it being made. Beautiful grounds and a fantastic place to stay
What an amazing venue. Huge place with lovely spacious rooms. Very clean and the staff were really helpful. They also make Belgian Chocolate on site! If you ask you can visit the kitchen and watch it being made. Beautiful grounds and a fantastic place to stay
Kevin
Frequently Asked Questions
What's it like to stay at an apartment in Oamaru?
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An apartment comes equipped with a kitchen, so you can cook some of your meals, and is often more spacious than a traditional hotel room. Apartments are a good option for couples who want a more local feel, but also for families who want the conveniences of home.
What's the top apartment I should consider for a stay in Oamaru?
Below is a favourite apartment to consider: Penguin Retreat: Neighbourhood: South Hill . Amenities include free WiFi . Free parking and a terrace are on site .
What can I expect from the weather when I travel to Oamaru?
Weather is only one factor, but it can really affect your travel plans, especially when you're planning an extended stay in Oamaru. The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 14°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 8°C. Average annual precipitation for Oamaru is 807 mm.
What should I see in Oamaru?
Cultural attractions include North Otago Museum and Auto Museum, whereas Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony are a couple of picturesque spots to enjoy the outdoors. Steampunk HQ and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct are other places to visit while you're in town.