Oamaru Holidays

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Our guide on where to stay in Oamaru

Find the best Oamaru areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Oamaru
North Otago Museum and monument in Oamaru New Zealand

Oamaru North

Oamaru North might not have many top sights, but Whitestone Cheese Factory and North Otago Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Oamaru Holiday

Oamaru Beach Holiday

Forget the stresses of everyday life and let yourself completely relax during your Oamaru holiday. Few things are more invigorating than the salty sea air and the soothing melody of waves breaking onto the shore. Organise your trip to Oamaru the quick and easy way by locking in one of our Oamaru holiday packages. Many visitors decide to spend their nights close to Bushy Beach, a local highlight just 5 kilometres from the downtown area.

Things You Should Know About Oamaru

  • Book one of our Oamaru beach hotels to appreciate the very best this destination has to offer. Wander along the shore and be amazed by the stunning sunrises just steps from your doorstep.
  • No matter your style and budget, you'll find a nice place to stay for your holiday in Oamaru. Why not check out some private holiday homes, like Harold House and Oamaru Holiday Homes Largo House? They're a hit with travellers of all sorts.
  • There are tons of activities that keep the 13 000 or so residents of Oamaru busy. A quick look at our Oamaru things to do page will show you the best of what's on offer.
  • Score great deals with an Oamaru holiday package. With the money you save, you won't regret indulging in this destination's best offerings. Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony, Steampunk HQ and Oamaru Gardens are amazing places to start.

Our pick of the best Oamaru Hotel Deals

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

3.5 out of 5
115 Thames Street Oamaru
The price is NZ$151 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
NZ$151
per night
30 Mar - 31 Mar
8.6/10 Excellent! (596 reviews)
Tout y était très bien!

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Poshtel

Poshtel

5 out of 5
126 Thames Street Oamaru Otago
The price is NZ$216 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
NZ$216
per night
27 Mar - 28 Mar
9.6/10 Exceptional! (389 reviews)
Small but comfortable room. Good amenities and great location with the historical center, restaurants and shopping close by.

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Poshtel
Criterion Boutique Hotel

Criterion Boutique Hotel

2 out of 5
3 Tyne St Oamaru Otago Region
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$108 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
NZ$108
per night
26 Mar - 27 Mar
7.2/10 Good! (38 reviews)
The room was very clean and up to standard

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Criterion Boutique Hotel
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Oamaru

In Oamaru there's a little blue penguin colony where you can pay to see a show and learn about the penguins and watch them come in for the night. Penguins in New Zealand are only around at dusk when they swim in from a day at sea for the night.

Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony

4.5/5(31 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony, a lovely green space in Oamaru. Amble around the area's marina or experience its museums.

Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
Oamaru showing outdoor art

Steampunk HQ

4/5(40 reviews)

Try out interactive displays, marvel at intricate creations, get lost in a light show or just have some bizarre fun at this art gallery with a difference.

Steampunk HQ
Oamaru which includes heritage architecture and street scenes

Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct

4.5/5(61 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct in Oamaru. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums.

Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct

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