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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 dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a vase with purple flowers, and a framed artwork on the wall.

A balcony with a view of a city street and buildings, a sofa, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

1. Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Oamaru

brett

$73 nightly

$84 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, leather sofas, a red chair, and multiple hanging lights.

A wall of whisky labels in a room with wooden flooring and a staircase leading to another area.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a unique X-shaped headboard, two bedside lamps, and a view through a window.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, red chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area in the background.

2. Poshtel

Oamaru

Cheryl

$104 nightly

$121 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Total with taxes and fees

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 multi-story hotel with a parking lot, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window.

3. Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru North

Lynette

$75 nightly

$86 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A building entrance with a covered porch, large potted plants, and a sign indicating a Sky lounge.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a refrigerator.

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.

4. Alpine Motel

Oamaru

Tony

$68 nightly

$79 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, a large window with a view of the city, and a painting on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, a wooden cabinet, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

5. Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

Oamaru

$114 nightly

$133 total

Oct 15 - Oct 16

Total with taxes and fees

A bar with a row of beer taps labeled with various brands and types.

A formal dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a cabinet, and two flags.

A historic building with a sign reading "HOTEL CRITERION."

A living room with a brown leather sofa, two armchairs, a small round table, and a window with a view of a building.

6. Criterion Boutique Hotel

South Hill

Nicholas

$68 nightly

$78 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A multi-story hotel with a brick driveway and a landscaped garden.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, bed, and kitchenette.

A multi-story building with balconies, outdoor seating, and large windows.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a built-in dishwasher, and a large sink.

7. The Mews Oamaru

Oamaru

Mark

$89 nightly

$104 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

Total with taxes and fees

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 compact kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a stove.

A parking lot with several cars, a McDonald's restaurant, and a building with a red roof.

8. Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Oamaru

Peter

$93 nightly

$107 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Total with taxes and fees

A well-maintained garden with a flowering tree, a stone border, and a lawn.

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.

A hotel room with a bed, a purple sofa, a wooden coffee table, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A motel with a two-story structure, a covered parking area, and a staircase leading to the upper level.

9. 289 Midway Motel

Oamaru

Wendy

$75 nightly

$87 total

Oct 16 - Oct 17

Total with taxes and fees

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.

10. Heritage Court Lodge

Oamaru North

Patricia

$69 nightly

$81 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Total with taxes and fees

A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance.

A grassy park area with trees and a building in the background.

An interior of a church with wooden pews arranged in rows, a central altar, and stained glass windows.

A dining table with food and a building with a red roof in the background.

11. Teschemakers Resort

Teschemakers

Jawid

$130 nightly

$149 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

A room with two beds, a wooden table, and a television.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a window above the countertop.

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a desk, and a couch.

A two-story residential building with a paved driveway and a small porch area.

12. AAA Thames Court Motel

Oamaru

Brittney

$96 nightly

$111 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A commercial laundry area with two stacked washers and a dryer, a safety warning sign, and a potted plant.

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with sheer curtains, and a view of trees outside.

A gym with weightlifting equipment, treadmills, and exercise balls.

A patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a brick wall.

13. ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

Oamaru North

Kevin

$83 nightly

$95 total

Oct 17 - Oct 18

Total with taxes and fees

A bed with a grey quilt and red pillows, a red and white striped throw, and a white headboard.

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.

A room with a TV, a desk, two chairs, a bed, a small kitchen area, and a window.

14. Colonial Lodge Motel

Oamaru North

Brent

$85 nightly

$99 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Total with taxes and fees

A stone building with a balcony, large windows, and well-maintained hedges.

A bedroom with a window overlooking palm trees, a bed with white and yellow bedding, and patterned wallpaper.

A well-maintained lawn with neatly trimmed hedges and a stone building with a green roof.

A bedroom with a balcony, patterned wallpaper, a bed with a pink blanket, and a TV on the wall.

15. Casa Nova House

Oamaru North

Bruce

$245 nightly

$288 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Total with taxes and fees

A modern building with a glass facade overlooking a body of water.

A modern house with large windows and a covered outdoor area.

A home theater room with a large screen, reclining seats, and a mural of autumn leaves.

A modern room with two purple armchairs, a small side table with a plant, and a large window offering a view of greenery and buildings.

16. Tirohanga Nui

South Hill

$329 nightly

$378 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A restaurant with wooden beams, tables, chairs, and menu boards.

A two-story building with a sign reading "Ascot Reception" above the entrance.

A billiards hall with a wooden counter, a digital scoreboard, and a glass display case.

A landscaped garden with a gravel path, rocks, and flowering bushes.

17. Ascot Oamaru Motel

Oamaru North

Akuila

$94 nightly

$108 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Total with taxes and fees

A house with a large porch and a view of the Milky Way.

A dining room with a round table surrounded by chairs, large windows with stained glass, and a chandelier.

A spacious living room with a red carpet, a wooden coffee table, a sofa, and a chair. There are windows with curtains, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

18. Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Holmes Hill

Brindan

$376 nightly

$432 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

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Top Maheno Hotel Reviews

Oamaru Motor Lodge

8/10 Good

"Comfortable room, Motel well located on main road to the north of the town."

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff and perfectly located"

Beautiful ocean view from this lovely holiday home

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay! Very clean and lovely views. Kids loved walking to the little park, enjoyed the river mouth area and walked the other direction to the sandy beach. Great takeaways from the spot right in kakanui on our second night. Lovely to be able to bring our dog, he was cozy in his crate and loved poking around the yard, which was very secure."

The Mews Oamaru

8/10 Good

"Staff were friendly and helpful"

Heritage Court Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed my stay at Heritage Court Lodge. Spacious studio unit, quiet with minimal road noise. Friendly staff , reception personnel helpful."

Alpine Motel

8/10 Good

"Friendly staff, easy parking."

The Bach Retreat Kakanui

10/10 Excellent

"Great property for a family or get together! Cosy clean living spaces. Fire was fantastic for heating. Amazing showers! And a nice wee walk to the beach. Loved the location being so close to Oamaru."

Colonial Lodge Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Clear room and kitchen, helpful staff, easy parking! Recommend!"

AAA Thames Court Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, well stocked. Spacious bathroom."

More cheap stays in Maheno

Criterion Boutique Hotel

3 Tyne St Oamaru Otago Region

$68 nightly

$78 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

7/10 Good! (52 reviews)

Alpine Motel

285 Thames Street Oamaru

$68 nightly

$79 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

8.2/10 Very Good! (287 reviews)

BURNSIDE HOMESTEAD

527 Burnside Road Elderslie Otago

$239 nightly

$275 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Total with taxes and fees

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Maheno?

The best area to stay in Maheno is the village center itself, as Maheno is a small, rural settlement offering a tranquil escape.Maheno's village center is characterized by its quiet, open spaces and a few local amenities. It's primarily a farming community, so you'll find expansive rural views and a relaxed pace of life. The main road, State Highway 1, runs through the village, providing easy access. You'll notice the historic Maheno School building and the local hall, which serve as central points.For travelers seeking a peaceful retreat and a connection to New Zealand's rural landscape, Maheno is an ideal choice. It offers proximity to natural attractions without the crowds, making it great for those who appreciate quiet evenings and stargazing.Couples looking for a secluded getaway will find Maheno appealing. The area provides opportunities for scenic drives, exploring the nearby coastline, and enjoying the tranquility of the countryside.

When is the best time to go to Maheno?

The best time to go to Maheno, Otago, New Zealand is during the summer months, from December to February, when the weather is warm and dry.During this period, you can enjoy the region's outdoor attractions without concern for cold or wet weather. This is ideal for couples and families looking to explore the Moeraki Boulders, a short drive south, or enjoy the beaches along the coast. The longer daylight hours also allow for extended sightseeing and activities.For those who prefer a quieter experience with pleasant temperatures, the shoulder seasons of spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) are also excellent choices. You'll find fewer crowds compared to summer, and the weather remains mild enough for comfortable outdoor exploration.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Maheno.

How much is the nightly rate at a Maheno hotel?

Prices for hotels in Maheno often vary, but you can find a great deal from $78 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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Our top choices for Maheno hotels

1. Brydone Hotel Oamaru

2. Poshtel

3. Oamaru Motor Lodge

4. Alpine Motel

5. Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

6. Criterion Boutique Hotel

7. The Mews Oamaru

8. Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

9. 289 Midway Motel

10. Heritage Court Lodge

11. Teschemakers Resort

12. AAA Thames Court Motel

13. ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

14. Colonial Lodge Motel

15. Casa Nova House

16. Tirohanga Nui

17. Ascot Oamaru Motel

18. Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Top Maheno Hotel Reviews

Oamaru Motor Lodge

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Beautiful ocean view from this lovely holiday home

The Mews Oamaru

Heritage Court Lodge

Alpine Motel

The Bach Retreat Kakanui

Colonial Lodge Motel

AAA Thames Court Motel

More cheap stays in Maheno

Criterion Boutique Hotel

Alpine Motel

BURNSIDE HOMESTEAD

5 Bed Panoramic Sea & Town View

The Nest on Till

Penguin Retreat

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