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

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

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.

1. Poshtel

Oamaru

Cheryl

$95 nightly

$109 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

Total with taxes and fees

A building facade with ornate architectural details, including a central decorative panel and two symmetrical sculptures.

A hallway with a staircase, a clock, and framed pictures on the walls.

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.

2. Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Oamaru

brett

$73 nightly

$84 total

Oct 28 - Oct 29

Total with taxes and fees

A black car parked in front of a building with a white exterior and a black roof.

A hotel with a double-story structure, large windows, and a parking lot.

A kitchen with a countertop, a sink, and a window with blinds.

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

3. Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru North

Lynette

$77 nightly

$89 total

Oct 28 - Oct 29

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky cliffs, and a distant view of mountains.

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

4. The Mews Oamaru

Oamaru

Mark

$93 nightly

$108 total

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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 with a two-story structure, a staircase leading to the upper level, and outdoor seating area with chairs and tables.

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

5. 289 Midway Motel

Oamaru

Wendy

$67 nightly

$77 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A set of outdoor metal stairs with a handrail, leading up to a building entrance.

A modern bedroom with a red bed, a sliding glass door, and a small patio area with a table and chairs.

A compact kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a kettle on the countertop.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

6. Heritage Court Lodge

Oamaru North

Patricia

$68 nightly

$80 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

7. Colonial Lodge Motel

Oamaru North

Brent

$75 nightly

$87 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

A neatly made bed with a white comforter, a rolled white blanket, and a dark blue throw blanket.

8. Alpine Motel

Oamaru

Tony

$63 nightly

$73 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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 gym with weightlifting equipment, treadmills, and exercise balls.

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

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

9. ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

Oamaru North

Kevin

$75 nightly

$86 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

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

A motel with a covered patio, sliding glass doors to the rooms, and outdoor seating.

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

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

10. AAA Thames Court Motel

Oamaru

Margaret

$94 nightly

$110 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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 hotel room with two beds, a sink, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

11. Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Oamaru

Peter

$94 nightly

$108 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Total with taxes and fees

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.

12. Criterion Boutique Hotel

South Hill

Nicholas

$63 nightly

$74 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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.

A modern building with a car parked in front.

13. Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

Oamaru

$114 nightly

$134 total

Oct 24 - Oct 25

Total with taxes and fees

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

A pool table, arcade machines, and a billiards table in a recreational area.

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

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

14. Ascot Oamaru Motel

Oamaru North

WANLU

$94 nightly

$108 total

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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.

15. Teschemakers Resort

Teschemakers

Jawid

$130 nightly

$150 total

Nov 5 - Nov 6

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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

A dining area with a table set for four, a window with curtains, and a view of trees and a building.

16. Casa Nova House

Oamaru North

Bruce

$254 nightly

$297 total

Oct 27 - Oct 28

Total with taxes and fees

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

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a mounted TV.

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

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

17. Tirohanga Nui

South Hill

$330 nightly

$379 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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

18. Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Holmes Hill

Brindan

$357 nightly

$417 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Total with taxes and fees

A garden with various flowers and a wooden fence.

A small, single-story building with a red roof and large windows, surrounded by a gravel driveway and potted plants.

A view through a sliding glass door into a backyard with a wooden deck, a metal fence, and various shrubs and trees.

A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, two potted plants with purple flowers, and a view of a well-maintained lawn and trees.

19. Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park

Glenavy

Noni

$45 nightly

$52 total

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

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Totara Estate

10.0/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Totara Estate during your trip to Alma.

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A sign reading "Today at Totara Estate" with a wooden gate, a large coniferous tree, and a building in the background.

Top Alma Hotel Reviews

Ascot Oamaru Motel

8/10 Good

"The room is quite spacious. It has kitchenware but no stove, which makes cooking inconvenient. Also, I booked a two‑bedroom unit but was given a studio instead. Fortunately, the front‑desk staff were very helpful and changed it for me."

Alpine Motel

8/10 Good

"Motel clean and comfortable. Great location. Well serviced daily. Management most accommodating."

AAA Thames Court Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Really nice property and well taken care of . The staff were super nice and help. It's a great location."

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."

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."

Colonial Lodge Motel

10/10 Excellent

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

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

8/10 Good

"Nice place to stay."

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Alpine Motel

285 Thames Street Oamaru

$63 nightly

$73 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

8.2/10 Very Good! (289 reviews)

Criterion Boutique Hotel

3 Tyne St Oamaru Otago Region

$63 nightly

$74 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

7/10 Good! (52 reviews)

BURNSIDE HOMESTEAD

527 Burnside Road Elderslie Otago

$241 nightly

$277 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

Total with taxes and fees

5 Bed Panoramic Sea & Town View

23 Bedford Street Oamaru Otago

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The Nest on Till

35 Till Street Oamaru Otago

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Penguin Retreat

2 Arun St Oamaru OTA

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Alma?

Based on Expedia's traveler preferences, Alma Motel is a top place to stay in Alma. Two other options for your visit to the area are Poshtel and Oamaru Motor Lodge. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Alma.

What's the top vacation rental in Alma?

"Beachfront Bliss with Stunning Sea Views – Perfect for Families & Friends": This vacation home rental outside of Alma offers a fireplace, a patio, and a barbecue grill to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. See all vacation rentals in Alma.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Alma, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Alma.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Alma?

To access more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Alma, head over to our customer service page.

How is it staying in Alma?

Those traveling to Alma are sure to enjoy the sights to see and things to do. There are 85 hotels and other accommodations in the surrounding area. Find out more about Alma.

What is there to see in Alma?

A favorite place to visit is Totara Estate. You'll also find Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct and Steampunk HQ in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Alma guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Alma?

The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 57°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 46°F. Average annual precipitation for Alma is 32 inches.

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Our top choices for Alma hotels

1. Poshtel

2. Brydone Hotel Oamaru

3. Oamaru Motor Lodge

4. The Mews Oamaru

5. 289 Midway Motel

6. Heritage Court Lodge

7. Colonial Lodge Motel

8. Alpine Motel

9. ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

10. AAA Thames Court Motel

11. Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

12. Criterion Boutique Hotel

13. Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

14. Ascot Oamaru Motel

15. Teschemakers Resort

16. Casa Nova House

17. Tirohanga Nui

18. Pen-y-bryn Lodge

19. Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park

Stay near popular Alma attractions

Totara Estate

Learn more about Alma

Top Alma Hotel Reviews

Ascot Oamaru Motel

Alpine Motel

AAA Thames Court Motel

Oamaru Motor Lodge

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Beautiful ocean view from this lovely holiday home

Heritage Court Lodge

Colonial Lodge Motel

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

More cheap stays in Alma

Alpine Motel

Criterion Boutique Hotel

BURNSIDE HOMESTEAD

5 Bed Panoramic Sea & Town View

The Nest on Till

Penguin Retreat

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