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Oamaru Hotel Guide. Hotels in Historic Precinct, Oamaru, New Zealand

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7 Aug - 9 Aug
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Our top choices for Historic Precinct hotels

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1. Criterion Boutique Hotel

Criterion Boutique Hotel
2.0 star property
Historic Precinct
7.0 out of 10, Good, (50 reviews)
"Short stay, good for a hassle free bed when travelling/stopping through, great staff, very clean"
Australia
Nicholas
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Criterion Boutique Hotel
Exterior

2. Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Pen-y-bryn Lodge
5.0 star property
Historic Precinct
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"I had a wonderful stay at Pen-y-bryn Lodge. The property is a beautiful historic building with a peaceful atmosphere, and the room was spacious, spotless, and full of character. The hosts were extremely friendly and welcoming, making the stay feel warm and personal. Overall, a fantastic experience — I would highly recommend this lodge to anyone visiting Oamaru."
Singapore
xander
The price is €343
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Pen-y-bryn Lodge
Terrace/patio

3. Tirohanga Nui

Tirohanga Nui
4.0 star property
Historic Precinct
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is €344
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Tirohanga Nui
Exterior detail

4. Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Brydone Hotel Oamaru
3.5 star property
0.9 km from Historic Precinct
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (639 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Lea
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Interior

5. Poshtel

Poshtel
5.0 star property
1.2 km from Historic Precinct
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (420 reviews)
"Cool hotel, nice atmosphere and great location. Breakfast was good too."
Australia
Joshua
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Poshtel
Courtyard

6. The Mews Oamaru

The Mews Oamaru
4.5 star property
1.8 km from Historic Precinct
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (371 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Louis
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
The Mews Oamaru
Aerobics facility

7. Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
4.0 star property
1.5 km from Historic Precinct
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (380 reviews)
"Room too small for the price paid. The shower pressure is over the top - almost blasts you out of the shower box!"
Australia
Eric
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
Lobby

8. Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
2.5 star property
1.7 km from Historic Precinct
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (281 reviews)
"Room clean and comfortable, plenty of parking and staff very accommodating."
Australia
Peter
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Alpine Motel
Electric vehicle-charging station

9. Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Oamaru North, 2.9 km from Historic Precinct
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (744 reviews)
"Convenient, quiet and well priced."
Australia
Cathryn
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Oamaru Motor Lodge
Exterior

10. 289 Midway Motel

289 Midway Motel
3.0 star property
1.7 km from Historic Precinct
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (329 reviews)
"Free parking. Conveniently located and reasonable budget accommodation "
Australia
Sarah
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
289 Midway Motel
Family Apartment

11. AAA Thames Court Motel

AAA Thames Court Motel
3.0 star property
1.9 km from Historic Precinct
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (261 reviews)
"Clean room, well stocked. Spacious bathroom."
United States
Brittney
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
AAA Thames Court Motel
Staircase

12. Heritage Court Lodge

Heritage Court Lodge
4.0 star property
Oamaru North, 3 km from Historic Precinct
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (406 reviews)
"We always enjoy staying here when traveling through Oamaru very friendly staff and clean"
Australia
Roger
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Heritage Court Lodge
Laundry room

13. ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Oamaru North, 2.4 km from Historic Precinct
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (319 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Kevin
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
Exterior

14. Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru
2.0 star property
1.1 km from Historic Precinct
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru
Superior Studio (Plus)

15. Colonial Lodge Motel

Colonial Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Oamaru North, 4.4 km from Historic Precinct
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (277 reviews)
"Underfloor heating in rooms was amazing!, also had extra heaters in rooms. Comfortable beds"
Australia
Adrian
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Colonial Lodge Motel
Daily continental breakfast for a fee

16. Ascot Oamaru Motel

Ascot Oamaru Motel
3.0 star property
Oamaru North, 4.7 km from Historic Precinct
7.6 out of 10, Good, (483 reviews)
"Very clean room and helpful staff"
Australia
Akuila
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Ascot Oamaru Motel
Exterior

17. Casa Nova House

Casa Nova House
5.0 star property
Oamaru North, 3.8 km from Historic Precinct
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Excellent accommodation and experience, wonderful staff"
Australia
Bruce
The price is €275
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Casa Nova House
Exterior

18. Teschemakers Resort

Teschemakers Resort
3.0 star property
8.7 km from Historic Precinct
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet!"
Australia
Jawid
The price is €136
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Teschemakers Resort
Garden

19. Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park

Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park
3.0 star property
23.4 km from Historic Precinct
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (64 reviews)
"Very good stay"
Australia
Noni
The price is €48
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park
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Where to stay in Historic Precinct

Find the best Historic Precinct areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with a clock tower and a statue.

Oamaru North

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

A vintage blue car parked in front of a building with a sign that reads "Deja Moo."

South Hill

If you're spending some time in South Hill, Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct are top sights worth seeing.

Weston

When in Weston, you can plan a visit to Janet Frame House and Steampunk HQ, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ardgowan

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ardgowan and surrounding area, you can visit Janet Frame House and Steampunk HQ.

Holmes Hill

Holmes Hill might not have many top sights, but Oamaru Gardens and Grainstore Gallery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Top Historic Precinct Hotel Reviews

Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic place to stay. I particularly enjoyed the shower as it was easy to control the heat without getting wet while you were fully dressed but everything about this motel unit was more than adequate"
Jacqui 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Oamaru Motor Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What is Historic Precinct like?
Travellers to Oamaru's Historic Precinct neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Make sure that you visit Grainstore Gallery and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct as part of your Historic Precinct travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Historic Precinct?
Based on our traveller data, Criterion Boutique Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Historic Precinct. It's a hotel offering free WiFi. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Tirohanga Nui and Pen-y-bryn Lodge.
How many hotels will I find in Historic Precinct?
With 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Historic Precinct to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Oamaru area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Historic Precinct, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available in Historic Precinct.
What is there to do around this Oamaru neighbourhood?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Auto Museum or Steam Train during your visit to Historic Precinct. Grainstore Gallery and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. NZ Malt Whisky Company, Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail and Steampunk HQ are just a few of the places to visit in and around Historic Precinct. Woolstore Complex and Oamaru Harbour are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Oamaru.