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4.3 out of 5

"The unit was spacious and had everything we needed. The beds were comfortable, and I was happy with everything for the price I paid for our stay. The ... " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 10 Mar 2024

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Hotel Description

Colonial Lodge Motel puts you in the center of Oamaru, 3.2 km (2 mi) from Whitestone Cheese Factory and 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Janet Frame House. Highlights at this motel include free self parking, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi.

This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a garden. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Continental breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

With a stay at this 3.5-star Oamaru North motel, you'll be 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from North Otago Museum and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from National Bank.

Superior Studio (Plus)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
NZ$166* Per night/room 20 Apr. - 21 Apr.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Superior Studio

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Colonial Lodge Motel ratings based on 62 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.3 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Colonial Lodge Motel

Everyone (33) Couples (4) Business (1) Family (21)
4 out of 5
The unit was spacious and had everything we needed. The beds were comfortable, and I was happy with everything for the price I paid for our stay. The only real downside was that the soundproofing between the units is not good.

Posted by on 10 Mar. 2024

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4 out of 5

Posted by on 27 Nov. 2023

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5 out of 5
Enjoyed our stay. Not the modern rooms but clean and well equipped

Posted by on 13 Oct. 2023

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5 out of 5
Very good value for money, the room was spacious, clean & comfortable. Definitely more than I expected for the price.

Posted by on 9 Jun. 2023

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5 out of 5
Loved the room that i had that was down the back and private. Only thing was no tea bags? only green tea but I didn’t say anything so may have been a mistake! Lovely place to stay. comfy and roomy!

Posted by on 19 Feb. 2023

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5 out of 5
My second wonderful experience staying at this motel - I enjoyed it so much the first time that I brought my wife to share the experience on this occasion. We both loved staying in such a beautiful motel - with such friendly staff

Posted by on 27 Aug. 2022

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4 out of 5
Ok

Posted by on 19 Jan. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

26 Jan. 2022 by The Team at Colonial Lodge Motel

Thanks Nathan

5 out of 5
Perfect as usual. Stayed here many times before

Posted by on 20 Aug. 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

30 Sep. 2021 by The Team at Colonial Lodge Motel

Dear Guest Thank you for your kind comments and for always returning to us! Your review is appreciated!

5 out of 5
Lovely motel. Clean, warm and good location.

Posted by on 10 Jul. 2021

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4 out of 5

Posted by on 30 Dec. 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

6 Jan. 2021 by .

Thank you for posting your rating! Warm regards from the Colonial Lodge Team

About the Colonial Lodge Motel

Location 509 Thames Highway, Oamaru, 9400

Property Features

WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business center on site. Colonial Lodge Motel also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available. This 3.5-star Oamaru motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground on site
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Colonial Lodge Motel offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers. This Oamaru motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • In-room kitchen
  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Stove
  • Coffee maker
  • Kitchenware
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Heating
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy continental breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 7:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival.

If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival.

Guests arriving after 2:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information and key retrieval information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per day.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • Front desk opens daily at 2:00 PM
  • Front desk closes daily at 7:00 PM
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • Credit card pre-authorisation
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of Intertek Cristal (3rd party expert - Global)
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)
  • Guests must provide a copy of their government-issued photo I.D. in advance

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 16 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Colonial Lodge Motel Oamaru
  • Colonial Oamaru
  • Colonial Lodge Motel Motel
  • Oamaru Best Western
  • Colonial Lodge Motel Oamaru
  • Colonial Lodge Motel Motel Oamaru

National Rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.