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Our top choices for Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony hotels

Interior

1. Poshtel

Poshtel
5.0 star property
1.6 km from Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (416 reviews)
"Cool hotel, nice atmosphere and great location. Breakfast was good too."
Australia
Joshua
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Poshtel
Electric vehicle-charging station

2. Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Oamaru North, 3 km from Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (743 reviews)
"Convenient, quiet and well priced."
Australia
Cathryn
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Oamaru Motor Lodge
Exterior

3. Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Pen-y-bryn Lodge
5.0 star property
Historic Precinct, 1.9 km from Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
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 €337
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Pen-y-bryn Lodge
Courtyard

4. The Mews Oamaru

The Mews Oamaru
4.5 star property
2.1 km from Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (370 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Louis
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
The Mews Oamaru
Laundry room

5. ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Oamaru North, 2.6 km from Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (319 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Kevin
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
Family Apartment

6. AAA Thames Court Motel

AAA Thames Court Motel
3.0 star property
2.2 km from Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (261 reviews)
"Clean room, well stocked. Spacious bathroom."
United States
Brittney
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
AAA Thames Court Motel
Exterior detail

7. Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Brydone Hotel Oamaru
3.5 star property
1.4 km from Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (632 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Lea
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Aerobics facility

8. Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
4.0 star property
1.8 km from Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
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 €88
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
Lobby

9. Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
2.5 star property
2 km from Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (279 reviews)
"Good location, parking, easy hassle free dealings. Id suggest making sure you get a room with kitchenette if staying longer as we only had basics."
Australia
Kam
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Alpine Motel
Exterior

10. 289 Midway Motel

289 Midway Motel
3.0 star property
2.1 km from Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (329 reviews)
"Room very clean, close to town"
Australia
Debra Ann
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
289 Midway Motel
Bar (on property)

11. Criterion Boutique Hotel

Criterion Boutique Hotel
2.0 star property
Historic Precinct, 1.1 km from Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
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
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Criterion Boutique Hotel
Terrace/patio

12. Tirohanga Nui

Tirohanga Nui
4.0 star property
Historic Precinct, 0.8 km from Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is €383
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Tirohanga Nui
Exterior

13. Casa Nova House

Casa Nova House
5.0 star property
Oamaru North, 4 km from Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Excellent accommodation and experience, wonderful staff"
Australia
Bruce
The price is €276
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Casa Nova House
Superior Studio (Plus)

14. Colonial Lodge Motel

Colonial Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Oamaru North, 4.4 km from Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (274 reviews)
"Had 2 nights in Oamaru, easy to find, happy reception, clean, warm room, comfortable bed."
New Zealand
Brent
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Colonial Lodge Motel
Daily continental breakfast for a fee

15. Ascot Oamaru Motel

Ascot Oamaru Motel
3.0 star property
Oamaru North, 4.7 km from Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
7.6 out of 10, Good, (483 reviews)
"Very clean room and helpful staff"
Australia
Akuila
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Ascot Oamaru Motel
Exterior

16. Teschemakers Resort

Teschemakers Resort
3.0 star property
9.4 km from Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Very nice and quiet!"
Australia
Jawid
The price is €136
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Teschemakers Resort
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Compare popular hotels close to Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Interior
Poshtel
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
416 reviews
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Electric vehicle-charging station
Oamaru Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
743 reviews
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Exterior
Pen-y-bryn Lodge
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
18 reviews
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Courtyard
The Mews Oamaru
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
370 reviews
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Laundry room
ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
319 reviews
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Top Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony Hotel Reviews

Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean, comfortable, warm rooms with modern kitchen and bathroom facilities. Lovely friendly owners and staff, all very welcoming. Will definitely stay again and highly recommend. Donna & Phoebe"
Donna 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Oamaru Motor Lodge

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony?
Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony is located in Oamaru. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 14 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony?
Poshtel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this lodge offers free WiFi and parking. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony. Other good choices within a short distance include Brydone Hotel Oamaru and Criterion Boutique Hotel.
How many hotels will I find close to Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony?
Expedia has 14 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony.
What can I see and do near Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at North Otago Museum, Auto Museum or Steam Train. Janet Frame House, National Bank and Totara Estate are some of the local landmarks to explore. Create some family memories at Whitestone Cheese Factory and Totara Estate.