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Oamaru Motor Lodge

4.0 star property
Motel in Oamaru with free airport shuttle and fitness centre

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Oamaru Motor Lodge welcomes travelers to Oamaru North. Enjoy the daily manager's reception, relax on the garden terrace, and get advice from helpful staff about nearby attractions. Convenient luggage storage adds practicality to your stay.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec

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Room options

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Yard
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Crib/infant bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Yard
Soundproofed rooms
Crib/infant bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Studio Suite, Jetted Tub | Bathroom

Studio Suite, Jetted Tub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
Yard
Soundproofed rooms
Crib/infant bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Studio Suite

Superior Studio Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Yard
Soundproofed rooms
Crib/infant bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Yard
Soundproofed rooms
Crib/infant bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
391 Thames Highway, Oamaru, 9400

What's nearby

  • Steampunk HQ - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Oamaru Harbour - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Oamaru Gardens - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 7 min drive - 4.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Indian Kitchen Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Fat Sally's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Oamaru Motor Lodge

Upscale motel located in Oamaru North
Take advantage of a free return airport shuttle, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace at Oamaru Motor Lodge. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a free shopping centre shuttle and an electric car charging station
  • Tour/ticket information, a front desk safe and an off-lead area
  • Free newspapers, luggage storage and barbecues
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Oamaru Motor Lodge offer perks, such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Private gardens, kitchenettes and fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
  • Free shopping centre shuttle
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7 AM to 9 AM for a fee: NZD 16 per person
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2008
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: 30-per cent of room rate for check-in between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 50

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 30 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
An off-lead area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 30 per stay

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately NZD 16 per person
  • Pet fee: NZD 30 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: 30 per cent of room rate for check-in between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Oamaru Lodge
Oamaru Motor
Oamaru Motor Lodge
Oamaru Motor Lodge Motel
Oamaru Motor Lodge Oamaru
Oamaru Motor Lodge Motel Oamaru

Frequently asked questions

Is Oamaru Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of NZD 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Oamaru Motor Lodge?

As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oamaru Motor Lodge on 3 Dec 2025 start from NZ$201.44, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Oamaru Motor Lodge?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Oamaru Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee of 30%.

What time is check-out at Oamaru Motor Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for NZD 50 (subject to availability).

Does Oamaru Motor Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Oamaru Motor Lodge located?

Located in Oamaru North, this motel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Whitestone Cheese Factory, Janet Frame House and North Otago Museum. Oamaru Hospital and National Bank are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

Oamaru Motor Lodge Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 513 out of 698 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 698 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 698 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 698 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 698 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our stay! Awesome service, very clean. Owner helped me pump up my tire the next morning. Will be back to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a very convenient and good motor lodge
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay in a lovely warm and comfortable family unit. It was very quiet and appreciated the little touches they did to make our stay enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Loved the big bath! Bed was super comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No breakfast. Returned in the evening and found room door open and unlocked. Spoke to manager in the morning but still unresolved.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very tidy and pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place to stay clean and tidy and nice hosts.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, spacious, clean, friendly and warm. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for us staying one night in transit. A little out of town so walking into town is not an option, but otherwise a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice modern apartment good location too for visiting the penguins in the evening
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very conveniently located, quiet with double glazing, warm and clean. Friendly staff. Very happy with our stay, thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mati

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room with all the necessary facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good motel

Condition of room was very good. Very warm and quiet. Small kitchenette. Average size bathroom with good shower water pressure (although ran out of hot water one morning). Bed was a little too soft and bouncy for our liking
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for a night’s stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great little place to stay.

Although we were there only for 1 night, the apartment was well equipped and had all the essential. Very comfortable and near the town. Receptionist was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay.

Nice tidy very clean room with everything we needed. Happy to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

rodney j

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
quiet rooms and good service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay when in the area. Rooms are clean, tidy and well organized. The location is great and the staff are efficient. Very pleasant place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could have our pet with us. No problems at all. Really nice room with a spa in great working order. Great shower pressure. Very clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is exceptionally clean and tidy. Close to the old town of Oamaru and various restaurants and cafes.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No breakfast available now

Great place to stay, plenty of room (nb takes dogs) but no longer provides continental breakfast therefore need to amend the description.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keely

Great spot!

Perfect overnight while in Oamaru. Clean, convenient and modern.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022