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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, cliffs, and rolling hills in the background.

A snowy mountain range with a herd of sheep grazing in a field.

A beach with large boulders and a hillside with sparse vegetation.

A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky shoreline, and a grassy cliff.

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A row of modern, single-story buildings with flat roofs, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and flowering trees.

A river flowing through a valley with mountains in the background.

A building with a gravel driveway, surrounded by well-maintained grass and bushes.

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1. Ahuriri Motels

2.5 star property

Omarama

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (565 reviews)

9.0/10

Wonderful

(565 reviews)

"Great room and facilities to stay in the area."

"Great room and facilities to stay in the area."

Australia

Junya

$94 nightly

The price is $109

$109 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Total with taxes and fees

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, stainless steel refrigerator, and wooden shelves.

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, a dining area, and a kitchenette.

A compact kitchen with a dining area, a small refrigerator, and a microwave.

Two double beds with red and white bedding, a wooden headboard, a small bedside table, and a wall-mounted artwork.

2. Sierra Motel

2.5 star property

Omarama

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (370 reviews)

9.6/10

Exceptional

(370 reviews)

"Easy communication with the owner. Place is spacious and clean. Great value for a stop over."

"Easy communication with the owner. Place is spacious and clean. Great value for a stop over."

United States

Irene

$123 nightly

The price is $142

$142 total

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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.

3. Poshtel

5.0 star property

Oamaru

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (435 reviews)

9.6/10

Exceptional

(435 reviews)

"Its so cool We have stayed before when passing through Rooms are themed Helpful staff, central to restaurants Comfy bed, very clean"

"Its so cool We have stayed before when passing through Rooms are themed Helpful staff, central to restaurants Comfy bed, very clean"

Australia

Cheryl

$109 nightly

The price is $127

$127 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

4. Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

3.5 star property

Oamaru

8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (648 reviews)

8.6/10

Excellent

(648 reviews)

"Great staff and perfectly located"

"Great staff and perfectly located"

Australia

brett

$76 nightly

The price is $88

$88 total

Oct 30 - Oct 31

Total with taxes and fees

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

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

A room with two beds, wooden flooring, and a window with sheer curtains.

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

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

5. Criterion Boutique Hotel

Criterion Boutique Hotel

2.0 star property

South Hill

7.0 out of 10, Good, (53 reviews)

7.0/10

Good

(53 reviews)

"Short stay, good for a hassle free bed when travelling/stopping through, great staff, very clean"

"Short stay, good for a hassle free bed when travelling/stopping through, great staff, very clean"

Australia

Nicholas

$63 nightly

The price is $74

$74 total

Oct 30 - Oct 31

Total with taxes and fees

Criterion Boutique Hotel

A hotel room with a large bed, two nightstands, a painting of a rose on the wall, and two wall-mounted lights.

A compact living space with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a view of the outside.

6. Alpine Motel

2.5 star property

Oamaru

8.2 out of 10, Very good, (290 reviews)

8.2/10

Very good

(290 reviews)

"Friendly staff, easy parking."

"Friendly staff, easy parking."

Australia

Tony

$66 nightly

The price is $77

$77 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

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

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.

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

7. Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru Motor Lodge

4.0 star property

Oamaru North

9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (751 reviews)

9.4/10

Exceptional

(751 reviews)

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

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

Australia

Lynette

$77 nightly

The price is $89

$89 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

Oamaru Motor Lodge

A modern kitchen with a countertop, potted plants, and a mirror on the wall.

A room with a table and chairs, a window with a view of a grassy field and trees, and a small potted plant on the table.

A living room with a sofa and a patterned throw pillow.

A row of motel rooms with exterior sliding doors and windows, a covered walkway, and a grassy area.

8. Otematata Escapes

Otematata Escapes

3.0 star property

Otematata

8.4 out of 10, Very good, (52 reviews)

8.4/10

Very good

(52 reviews)

"Place was convenient "

"Place was convenient "

United States

VILAS

$105 nightly

The price is $120

$120 total

Oct 30 - Oct 31

Total with taxes and fees

Otematata Escapes

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

9. The Mews Oamaru

The Mews Oamaru

4.5 star property

Oamaru

9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (376 reviews)

9.4/10

Exceptional

(376 reviews)

"Loved our nice quiet room in a great location, would stay here again"

"Loved our nice quiet room in a great location, would stay here again"

Australia

Mark

$91 nightly

The price is $106

$106 total

Oct 30 - Oct 31

Total with taxes and fees

The Mews Oamaru

A buffet setup with various food items and condiments.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs under umbrellas, surrounded by greenery.

A two-story wooden building with a covered outdoor area and a well-maintained lawn.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a door leading to another room.

10. Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel

Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel

3.0 star property

Omarama

8.0 out of 10, Very good, (381 reviews)

8.0/10

Very good

(381 reviews)

"Decent room only stay one night"

"Decent room only stay one night"

Canada

Ayan

$102 nightly

The price is $118

$118 total

Nov 11 - Nov 12

Total with taxes and fees

Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, and a small potted plant on the balcony.

A room with a bed, a chair, and a table.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a tiled backsplash. There is a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a kettle on the counter. A dining table with chairs is positioned near a window with curtains.

A motel with a flat roof, large windows, and a parking area.

11. BigSky Motels

2.0 star property

Omarama

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (176 reviews)

9.6/10

Exceptional

(176 reviews)

"Room was clean,tidy and well presented."

"Room was clean,tidy and well presented."

Australia

mike

$138 nightly

The price is $159

$159 total

Oct 30 - Oct 31

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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.

12. 289 Midway Motel

289 Midway Motel

3.0 star property

Oamaru

8.2 out of 10, Very good, (338 reviews)

8.2/10

Very good

(338 reviews)

"The motel was close to the town and we were very comfortable. It could be helpful to have a towel rail in the bathroom. There was ample parking."

"The motel was close to the town and we were very comfortable. It could be helpful to have a towel rail in the bathroom. There was ample parking."

Australia

Wendy

$78 nightly

The price is $90

$90 total

Oct 30 - Oct 31

Total with taxes and fees

289 Midway Motel

A building with a sign for Otematata Eatery, Bar & Lodging, featuring a bar, bottle store, accommodation, and meals.

A single-story building with a flat roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and various shrubs. There are picnic tables in the foreground.

A motel with a sign reading "Motel" and "General Store" in front.

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, and a door leading to another room.

13. Otematata's Best Dam Pub

Otematata's Best Dam Pub

3.0 star property

Otematata

7.4 out of 10, Good, (60 reviews)

7.4/10

Good

(60 reviews)

"Great place my room was clean, comfy and exceeded my expectations for the price. Lovely staff, good food, and good location I would definitely stay here again."

"Great place my room was clean, comfy and exceeded my expectations for the price. Lovely staff, good food, and good location I would definitely stay here again."

Australia

angela

$63 nightly

The price is $74

$74 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Total with taxes and fees

Otematata's Best Dam Pub

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.

Interior

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

A modern multi-story building with balconies and large windows, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a paved driveway.

14. Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

4.0 star property

Oamaru

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)

10/10

Exceptional

(1 review)

"all good"

"all good"

New Zealand

nathaniel

$107 nightly

The price is $123

$123 total

Oct 29 - Oct 30

Total with taxes and fees

Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

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.

15. ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

3.0 star property

Oamaru North

9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (322 reviews)

9.2/10

Wonderful

(322 reviews)

"Great stay"

"Great stay"

Australia

Kevin

$69 nightly

The price is $80

$80 total

Oct 31 - Nov 1

Total with taxes and fees

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

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

16. Ascot Oamaru Motel

Ascot Oamaru Motel

3.0 star property

Oamaru North

7.6 out of 10, Good, (485 reviews)

7.6/10

Good

(485 reviews)

"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."

"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."

Australia

WANLU

$94 nightly

The price is $108

$108 total

Nov 28 - Nov 29

Total with taxes and fees

Ascot Oamaru Motel

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 hotel courtyard with a paved walkway, a palm tree planter, and a building with multiple balconies and windows.

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

17. Heritage Court Lodge

Heritage Court Lodge

4.0 star property

Oamaru North

8.4 out of 10, Very good, (409 reviews)

8.4/10

Very good

(409 reviews)

"Over all good stay"

"Over all good stay"

Australia

Rodney

$65 nightly

The price is $77

$77 total

Oct 29 - Oct 30

Total with taxes and fees

Heritage Court Lodge

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

A well-maintained garden with a palm tree, flowering plants, and a wooden fence.

18. Colonial Lodge Motel

Colonial Lodge Motel

3.5 star property

Oamaru North

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (279 reviews)

8.8/10

Excellent

(279 reviews)

"Value for money, easy parking, great moteliers, walkable, warm and clean"

"Value for money, easy parking, great moteliers, walkable, warm and clean"

New Zealand

Brent

$78 nightly

The price is $90

$90 total

Oct 30 - Oct 31

Total with taxes and fees

Colonial Lodge Motel

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

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

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

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

19. AAA Thames Court Motel

AAA Thames Court Motel

3.0 star property

Oamaru

9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (263 reviews)

9.2/10

Wonderful

(263 reviews)

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

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

United States

Margaret

$101 nightly

The price is $117

$117 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

AAA Thames Court Motel

A gym with multiple treadmills, red chairs, and a table.

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

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

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

20. Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

4.0 star property

Oamaru

8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (383 reviews)

8.6/10

Excellent

(383 reviews)

"Nice place to stay."

"Nice place to stay."

Australia

Peter

$96 nightly

The price is $111

$111 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

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Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

4.0 star property

Oamaru

10/10Exceptional (1 review)

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$107 nightly

Price is $247

$247 total

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Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

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Casa Nova House

5.0 star property

Oamaru

10/10Exceptional (13 reviews)

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$289 nightly

Price is $665

$665 total

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Casa Nova House

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Brydone Hotel Oamaru

3.5 star property

Oamaru

8.6/10Excellent (648 reviews)

10% off

$97 nightly

Price is $222

$222 total

Total with taxes and fees

Total with taxes and fees

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

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Otematata Escapes

3.0 star property

Otematata

8.4/10Very Good (52 reviews)

20% off

$108 nightly

Price is $249

$249 total

Total with taxes and fees

Total with taxes and fees

Otematata Escapes

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BigSky Motels

2.0 star property

Omarama

9.6/10Exceptional (176 reviews)

11% off

$154 nightly

Price is $356

$356 total

Total with taxes and fees

Total with taxes and fees

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The Mews Oamaru

4.5 star property

Oamaru

9.4/10Exceptional (376 reviews)

13% off

$125 nightly

Price is $288

$288 total

Total with taxes and fees

Total with taxes and fees

The Mews Oamaru

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Classic Kiwi Bach: Kakanui Beach Escape.

Kakanui

9.4/10Exceptional (3 reviews)

7% off

$100 nightly

Price is $296

$296 total

Total with taxes and fees

Total with taxes and fees

Classic Kiwi Bach: Kakanui Beach Escape.

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Coastal Rural Haven with mind blowing Sea Views! 10 minutes South of Moeraki.

Shag Point

9.0/10Wonderful (30 reviews)

6% off

$77 nightly

Price is $281

$281 total

Total with taxes and fees

Total with taxes and fees

Coastal Rural Haven with mind blowing Sea Views! 10 minutes South of Moeraki.

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Top Waitaki District Hotel Reviews

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

8/10 Good

"Bel endroit propre bien situé"

pierre 1-night trip

Posted 3 days ago

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Heritage Court Lodge

Heritage Court Lodge

8/10 Good

"Over all good stay"

Rodney 2-night trip

Posted 3 days ago

Heritage Court Lodge

Sierra Motel

Sierra Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Good"

Eric 3-night trip

Posted 4 days ago

Poshtel

Poshtel

10/10 Excellent

"Steampunk character of the hotel was very cool & fun - from the unusual elevator to the lobby & room decor. The staff was very friendly & helpful. The room was comfortable with very high ceilings. Overall, very enjoyable stay."

Tom 1-night trip

Posted 8 days ago

Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

10/10 Excellent

"all good"

nathaniel 5-night trip

Posted 9 days ago

Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

Ahuriri Motels

Ahuriri Motels

10/10 Excellent

"Pros: clean, comfortable, private, nice landscaping. Cons: none Really it's an apartment with a kitchenette. Great stay. Innkeeper accommodated or late arrival. Never encountered any of the staff. Probably our best stay (out of four) in New Zealand."

Lawrence 1-night trip

Posted 9 days ago

Ascot Oamaru Motel

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."

WANLU 1-night trip

Posted 2 weeks ago

Ascot Oamaru Motel

Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru Motor Lodge

8/10 Good

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

Lynette 1-night trip

Posted 3 weeks ago

Oamaru Motor Lodge

BigSky Motels

BigSky Motels

8/10 Good

"Room was clean,tidy and well presented."

mike 1-night trip

Posted 1 month ago

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