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Brydone Hotel Oamaru

3.5 star property
Eco-certified hotel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe

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Classic Suite | View from room
Premium Queen | Bathroom
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Traditional Double Room, 1 King Bed
Exterior detail

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$152
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July

Explore the area

Map
115 Thames Street, Oamaru, 9400
  • Steampunk HQ
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Oamaru Harbour
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Suite | Living area

Classic Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 70 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Accessibility Studio

Accessibility Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double

Deluxe Double

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Traditional Double Room, 1 King Bed

Traditional Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 70 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Twin

Superior Twin

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Superior Triple

Superior Triple

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Premium Queen

Premium Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Queen + Single

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior King + Single

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Family Studio

Family Studio

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Oamaru

Brydone Hotel Oamaru puts you in the heart of Oamaru, within steps of North Otago Museum and Oamaru Hospital. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning/laundry services. Added amenities include a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10 AM. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Oamaru hotel include National Bank and Forrester Gallery.

What's nearby

  • Steampunk HQ - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Oamaru Harbour - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Oamaru Gardens - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Galleon Complex - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Indian Kitchen Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Eco-certified hotel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 4 meeting rooms available. The eco-certified Brydone Hotel Oamaru also features tour/ticket assistance, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a fireplace in the lobby. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

This 3.5-star Oamaru hotel is smoke free.

  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Brydone Hotel Oamaru offers 49 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary newspapers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: NZD 14 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 25.00

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 14 to 25 per person
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 25.00 (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Brydone Hotel Oamaru?

Brydone Hotel Oamaru offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Brydone Hotel Oamaru?

As of 3 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Brydone Hotel Oamaru on 7 Jul 2025 start from NZ$152.24, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Brydone Hotel Oamaru?

Yep, Brydone Hotel Oamaru has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Brydone Hotel Oamaru?

The closest beach to Brydone Hotel Oamaru is Bushy Beach (2.8 km).

Does Brydone Hotel Oamaru serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Brydone Hotel Oamaru?

No, Brydone Hotel Oamaru does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Brydone Hotel Oamaru?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Brydone Hotel Oamaru?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Brydone Hotel Oamaru?

No, pets are not allowed.

Brydone Hotel Oamaru Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 227 out of 532 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 532 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 532 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 532 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 532 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jeannine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was well priced and had all we needed. My only negative comment would be the pressure of the water, very poor but bathroom was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handily located in town centre
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location. Clean and lots of parking. Older feel to the hotel as it was a historic building that eas renovated but lots of character.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Gerald and Judith

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This hotel promises more than it delivers. The older part of the facility is elegant and potentially charming, but has threadbare carpets and would benefit from a shift in attitude from some staff to become genuinely customer focused. The newer (1960s) part at the back is really pretty basic despite some recent refurbishment - all satisfactory but very basic, and because of this, it is overpriced.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A clean and renovated room with coffe and tea. There was no noise from the street. The service people are very friendly l.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Craig

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Damien

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old world charm. Booked a suite. Highly Recommended for extra space. And they gave me the room with a view to the sea. Fabulous hospitality in the restaurant.. great plus. Overall better than expected. And the town is a plus re old world buildings.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property is dated but it matches the old building you are staying in. Bathroom was renovated with great water pressure but shower head is low down the wall. Bed was not very comfortable and could do with new mattresses with better back support. Parking out back is convenient and easily accessible from rooms

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Back in Whitestone Country

Was a nice room, logistics around the hotel were awkward with use of a lift but managing two flights of stairs with suitcases to get to the room was not ideal
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with partner
Very good stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth, Idyllwild

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An historic hotel, well maintained with spacious rooms. The location is excellent on the Main Street (which is very quiet at night) and within walking distance of all the main attractions (galleries, steampunk, cafes etc). Breakfast was very good and the staff both friendly and efficient. I would highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Matt

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, comfortable beds, great shower
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Vicky

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sue

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely comfy beds in large room in a very central, quiet location. Could have done with having air conditioning
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Gilly

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for the receptionist service as we arrived after 10pm
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent room, spacious but let down on a hot day by no heatpump. Opened the sash windows onto the fire escape to try to get a draft through the room. Was quite excited to find what could have been a usb charging point but turned out to be an old telephone jack., room 3, the suite would be great in winter, bring a charger
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Loved the meal at the restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANN-MARIE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant historic building
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An Excellent Value, Well Located, Hotel in Oamaru.

We were pleasantly surprised by the Brydone Hotel. It is an old hotel but one that has been kept in decent condition. Our one-bedroom suite was spacious and its bathroom would not have been out of place in a major city centre name brand hotel at four times the price. All of the staff we met were friendly and helpful making our stay even more pleasant. We also ate in the hotel restaurant and found the food to be both plentiful and very appitising. The Brydone is also much better located than the myriad motels that line the main road into town. From here it is only a short walk to the Steam Punk Museum, the harbour and shops of the historic district.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Value for money

Even though this is a bit of a tired hotel, the staff was great, we rested well, the parking is convenient, the towels were absorbent, and we had plenty of hot water in the shower. An economical option in Oamaru if you want to be close to the historic downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025