Hampden Travel Guide
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289 Midway Motel
289 Thames Street, Oamaru
The price is NZ$170 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$170
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly motel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (299 reviews)
"They were very accommodating, meeting my request for a single bed added if it could fit (for a child). We also couldn’t make it before checkin closed and they assisted with that too. Our room had been renovated and made for a lovely comfortable stay. Thank you"
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Poshtel
126 Thames Street, Oamaru, Otago
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$177 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$177
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury lodge in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (319 reviews)
"Such a lovely place, the room we had was beautiful. It had a comfortable bed, nice deep bath, was nice and warm and best of all had lots of channels on the TV to watch for the colder wet nights. The staff were very friendly and helpful"
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025

Oamaru Motor Lodge
391 Thames Highway, Oamaru
The price is NZ$135 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$135
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (688 reviews)
"Just an amazing experience"
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025
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.

Watch the weather roll in along the coast with sea views from every room.
Kakanui
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Kakanui. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Te Hakapureirei Beach and Totara ...
9/10 Wonderful! (75 reviews)
Wonderful stay!
"Property just as described with beautiful ocean views in a great setting. Clean and comfortable. Great communication. Highly recommend!"
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2025

Charming 1960s Kiwi bach in peaceful Karitane, just 5 mins to beach & harbour.
Karitane
Stay at this vacation home in Karitane. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities.
9/10 Wonderful! (10 reviews)
"Beautiful relaxing views"
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025

Stone Cottage in Central Oamaru (No Extra Cleaning Fee)
Oamaru
Stay at this vacation home in Oamaru. Enjoy a garden, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (41 reviews)
"It met our needs for a one night stay."
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025
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.
Popular places to visit

Moeraki Boulders
These ancient, geological oddities have been capturing the imaginations of scientists and the local people for years.
- Moeraki Boulders
- Hampden Beach
- Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
- Steampunk HQ
- Macraes Gold Mine
- Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct
- Oamaru Gardens
- Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail
- Moeraki Lighthouse
- Whitestone Cheese Factory
- North Otago Museum
- Oamaru Hospital
- Grainstore Gallery
- Shag Point Scenic Reserve
- Bushy Beach
- Forrester Gallery
- Janet Frame House
- St Lukes Anglican Church
- NZ Malt Whisky Company
- National Bank
- Woolstore Complex