Northstar Motel

Eco-certified motel in Oamaru with free parking

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Corporate) | Private kitchen

The eco-certified Northstar Motel in Oamaru North combines natural charm with practical amenities. Travelers can relax with a drink at the bar, use the WiFi, and do laundry on-site. Previous guests appreciate the thoughtful conveniences like luggage storage and free self parking.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar
Room service
Breakfast available
Laundry
Parking included
Business services

Room options

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Tonight

Sept 21 - Sept 22

Tomorrow

Sept 22 - Sept 23

All rooms

2 beds

3+ beds

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Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Corporate)

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Kitchen

Fridge

LCD TV

Washer/dryer

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

495A Thames Highway, Oamaru, 9400

What's nearby

Steampunk HQ - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
Oamaru Harbour - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
Oamaru Gardens - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 9 min drive - 6.2 km

Restaurants

‪Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli - ‬5 min walk
‪Indian Kitchen Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬5 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
‪Fat Sally's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Northstar Motel

Eco-certified motel located in Oamaru North

A playground, an arcade/games room and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Northstar Motel. In-room WiFi (surcharge) is available to all guests, along with a bar and conference space.

Other perks at this motel include:

Free self-parking
Continental breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and luggage storage

Room features

All guest rooms at Northstar Motel include amenities, such as WiFi.

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

Sofa beds, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
LCD TVs with cable channels
Balconies, fridges and microwaves

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property

This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: WiFi (NZD 5 per 24-hour period)
Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 5 per 24-hour period)

Parking and transport

Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 10 to 15 per person
A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

Northstar

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Playground

Family friendly

Arcade/game room
In-room cot
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
In-room sofa bed
In-room washing machine/dryer
Laundry facilities
Playground
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage

Guest services

Housekeeping (weekly)

Business services

Conference space

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Free cot
Queen sofa bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Limited room service
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator

Access via exterior corridors
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.00 per night.

Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 10 to 15 per person
Fee for in-room wireless Internet: NZD 5 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: NZD 5 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.00 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Northstar Motel Oamaru

Northstar Oamaru

Northstar Motel Motel

Northstar Motel Oamaru

Northstar Motel Motel Oamaru

Frequently asked questions

Is Northstar Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Northstar Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Northstar Motel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at Northstar Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Northstar Motel located?

Located in Oamaru North, this eco-certified motel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Whitestone Cheese Factory, Janet Frame House and North Otago Museum. National Bank and Oamaru Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).