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Next weekend
21 Aug - 23 Aug
In two weeks
28 Aug - 30 Aug
In one month
11 Sept - 13 Sept
In two months
9 Oct - 11 Oct

Our top choices for Oamaru hostels

Interior

1. Poshtel

Poshtel
5.0 star property
Oamaru
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (423 reviews)
"Cool hotel, nice atmosphere and great location. Breakfast was good too."
Australia
Joshua
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Poshtel
Exterior detail

2. Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Brydone Hotel Oamaru
3.5 star property
Oamaru
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (643 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Lea
The price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Electric vehicle-charging station

3. Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Oamaru North
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (744 reviews)
"Convenient, quiet and well priced."
Australia
Cathryn
The price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Oamaru Motor Lodge
Courtyard

4. The Mews Oamaru

The Mews Oamaru
4.5 star property
Oamaru
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (372 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Louis
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
The Mews Oamaru
Lobby

5. Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
2.5 star property
Oamaru
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (284 reviews)
"Room clean and comfortable, plenty of parking and staff very accommodating."
Australia
Peter
The price is NZ$128
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Alpine Motel
Staircase

6. Heritage Court Lodge

Heritage Court Lodge
4.0 star property
Oamaru North
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (407 reviews)
"We always enjoy staying here when traveling through Oamaru very friendly staff and clean"
Australia
Roger
The price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Heritage Court Lodge
Bar (on property)

7. Criterion Boutique Hotel

Criterion Boutique Hotel
2.0 star property
South Hill
7.0 out of 10, Good, (50 reviews)
"Short stay, good for a hassle free bed when travelling/stopping through, great staff, very clean"
Australia
Nicholas
The price is NZ$108
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Criterion Boutique Hotel
Laundry room

8. ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Oamaru North
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (319 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Kevin
The price is NZ$152
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
Exterior

9. 289 Midway Motel

289 Midway Motel
3.0 star property
Oamaru
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (329 reviews)
"Free parking. Conveniently located and reasonable budget accommodation "
Australia
Sarah
The price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
289 Midway Motel
Aerobics facility

10. Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
4.0 star property
Oamaru
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (380 reviews)
"Great would definitely recommend "
Australia
Piki
The price is NZ$171
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
Family Apartment

11. AAA Thames Court Motel

AAA Thames Court Motel
3.0 star property
Oamaru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (262 reviews)
"Clean room, well stocked. Spacious bathroom."
United States
Brittney
The price is NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
AAA Thames Court Motel
Superior Studio (Plus)

12. Colonial Lodge Motel

Colonial Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Oamaru North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (277 reviews)
"Underfloor heating in rooms was amazing!, also had extra heaters in rooms. Comfortable beds"
Australia
Adrian
The price is NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Colonial Lodge Motel
Exterior

13. Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Pen-y-bryn Lodge
5.0 star property
Holmes Hill
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"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."
Singapore
xander
The price is NZ$746
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Pen-y-bryn Lodge
Exterior

14. Casa Nova House

Casa Nova House
5.0 star property
Oamaru North
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Excellent accommodation and experience, wonderful staff"
Australia
Bruce
The price is NZ$540
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Casa Nova House
Daily continental breakfast for a fee

15. Ascot Oamaru Motel

Ascot Oamaru Motel
3.0 star property
Oamaru North
7.6 out of 10, Good, (484 reviews)
"Very clean room and helpful staff"
Australia
Akuila
The price is NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Ascot Oamaru Motel
Terrace/patio

16. Tirohanga Nui

Tirohanga Nui
4.0 star property
South Hill
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is NZ$724
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Tirohanga Nui
Garden

17. 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, (64 reviews)
"Very good stay"
Australia
Noni
The price is NZ$95
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park
Exterior

18. Teschemakers Resort

Teschemakers Resort
3.0 star property
Teschemakers
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet!"
Australia
Jawid
The price is NZ$296
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Teschemakers Resort
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Top Oamaru Hotel Reviews

Poshtel

Poshtel

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely hotel right in the middle of town. Very clean with great amenities. Continental breakfast included. Parking is tricky though. Roadside with meters which require payment between 8.30 am and 5 pm."
Anthony 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Poshtel

Find out more about Oamaru

Oamaru Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,093
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$95
Highest Price
NZ$746

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Oamaru?
By staying at a hostel, you can cut your spending on accommodations and set aside more of your money for fun things to do during your holiday. If you're interested in cultural experiences, you can check out the historic sites while you're here.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in many forms, but they have three main things in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social atmosphere and shared rooms (though many have private options too).
What are the best hostels in Oamaru?
While you're choosing where to stay, take a look at this top Oamaru hostel: Empire Backpackers - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as laundry facilities. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Oamaru?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information that might be helpful: 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 is there to see and do in Oamaru?
Depending on your interests, you might like to explore some places near Oamaru. Get out into nature with places such as Oamaru Harbour, Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony and Oamaru Gardens. Cultural attractions include North Otago Museum, Steam Train and Auto Museum. Visit landmarks such as Janet Frame House and Totara Estate.

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