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30 Sept - 1 Oct
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1 Oct - 2 Oct
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2 Oct - 4 Oct
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9 Oct - 11 Oct

Our top choices for Waitaki Bridge historic hotels

A black car parked in front of a building with a white exterior and a black roof.
A kitchen with a countertop, a sink, and a window with blinds.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window.
A hotel with a double-story structure, large windows, and a parking lot.

1. Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru Motor Lodge
Oamaru North
Australia
Linda
NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Oamaru Motor Lodge
A building facade with ornate architectural details, including a central decorative panel and two symmetrical sculptures.
A bar area with a beer tap and a wine & beverage list sign.
A balcony with a view of a city street and buildings, a sofa, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A hallway with a staircase, a clock, and framed pictures on the walls.

2. Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Oamaru
Australia
Paul
NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
A set of outdoor metal stairs with a handrail, leading up to a building entrance.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.
A hotel courtyard with a paved walkway, a palm tree planter, and a building with multiple balconies and windows.
A compact kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a kettle on the countertop.

3. Heritage Court Lodge

Heritage Court Lodge
Oamaru North
Australia
Patricia
NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Heritage Court Lodge
A bed with a grey quilt and red pillows, a red and white striped throw, and a white headboard.
A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, a sink, and a compact refrigerator. There is a window above the sink with a view of greenery outside.
A grassy outdoor area with a swing set and a slide.
A well-maintained garden with a palm tree, flowering plants, and a wooden fence.

4. Colonial Lodge Motel

Colonial Lodge Motel
Oamaru North
New Zealand
Brent
NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Colonial Lodge Motel
A building entrance with a covered porch, large potted plants, and a sign indicating a Sky lounge.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a kettle, and a stove.
A living room with a sofa and a dining table with chairs. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall.
A neatly made bed with a white comforter, a rolled white blanket, and a dark blue throw blanket.

5. Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
Oamaru
Australia
Tony
NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Alpine Motel
A restaurant with wooden beams, tables, chairs, and menu boards.
A billiards hall with a wooden counter, a digital scoreboard, and a glass display case.
A two-story building with a sign reading "Ascot Reception" above the entrance.
A landscaped garden with a gravel path, rocks, and flowering bushes.

6. Ascot Oamaru Motel

Ascot Oamaru Motel
Oamaru North
Australia
Akuila
NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Ascot Oamaru Motel
A commercial laundry area with two stacked washers and a dryer, a safety warning sign, and a potted plant.
A street view of a hotel with a row of rooms on either side, a car parked in the middle, and a hill with houses in the background.
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with sheer curtains, and a view of trees outside.
A patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a brick wall.

7. ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
Oamaru North
Australia
Kevin
NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
A well-maintained garden with a flowering tree, a stone border, and a lawn.
A hotel room with a bed, a purple sofa, a wooden coffee table, a TV, and a painting on the wall.
A hotel with a two-story structure, a staircase leading to the upper level, and outdoor seating area with chairs and tables.
A neatly made bed with a white quilt, two striped pillows, and a black headboard. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a remote control on one.

8. 289 Midway Motel

289 Midway Motel
Oamaru
Australia
Wendy
NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
289 Midway Motel
A gym with multiple treadmills, red chairs, and a table.
A motel with a red roof, a signboard, and a parking lot with cars.
A hotel room with two beds, a sink, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.
A compact kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a stove.

9. Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
Oamaru
Australia
Peter
NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
A bar with a row of beer taps labeled with various brands and types.
A historic building with a sign reading "HOTEL CRITERION."
A formal dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a cabinet, and two flags.
A living room with a brown leather sofa, two armchairs, a small round table, and a window with a view of a building.

10. Criterion Boutique Hotel

Criterion Boutique Hotel
South Hill
Australia
Nicholas
NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Criterion Boutique Hotel
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Top Waitaki Bridge Hotel Reviews

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

10/10 Excellent
"Easy parking. Great room.Lots nearby restaurants"
Harriet 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Very happy. Thoroughly enjoyed the spa bath in our room."
Linda 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Oamaru Motor Lodge
289 Midway Motel

289 Midway Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Great value for money, helpful staff, warm and clean"
Brent 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
289 Midway Motel
Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

8/10 Good
"Nice place to stay."
Peter 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
Colonial Lodge Motel

Colonial Lodge Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Clear room and kitchen, helpful staff, easy parking! Recommend!"
Huizhen 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Colonial Lodge Motel
AAA Thames Court Motel

AAA Thames Court Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, well stocked. Spacious bathroom."
Brittney 1-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
AAA Thames Court Motel

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect on my historical trip to Waitaki Bridge?
A visit to the sights with historical relevance in Waitaki Bridge is probably first on your sightseeing itinerary. You'll probably want to also explore the many sights while you are here in the area.
What are the must-see historical sites and other places to visit in Waitaki Bridge?
Places to visit in the wider area include Steampunk HQ, Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct and Oamaru Harbour. You'll also find Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony and Whitestone Cheese Factory in the area.
What is a historic hotel like in Waitaki Bridge?
Guests who choose a historic hotel can enjoy a holiday in a place that has an official historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel as long as it's a place of special interest. Period features or traditional architecture are typically preserved in the communal spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Waitaki Bridge, giving a real sense of character.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is a term often used in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture of a historic hotel is generally what's most significant. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value as well as how it shaped the community.
Do historic hotels in Waitaki Bridge have modern facilities?
Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the normal amenities found in a hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Waitaki Bridge, don't worry that you'll be staying at a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.

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