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Colonial Lodge Motel

3.5 star property

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Superior Studio (Plus)
Children’s play area – outdoor
View from room
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, a sink, and a compact refrigerator. There is a window above the sink with a view of greenery outside.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug

Explore the area

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509 Thames Highway, Oamaru, 9400
  • Place, Whitestone Cheese Factory
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Steampunk HQ
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Oamaru Harbour
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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A neatly made bed with a beige quilt and red accents, a bedside table with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Superior Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Studio (Plus) | Living room

Superior Studio (Plus)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly made bed with a quilted cover and red and white pillows, a bedside lamp, and a power strip on a dark nightstand.

Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a door.

Superior Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Studio Plus

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Oamaru

Colonial Lodge Motel puts you in the centre of Oamaru, 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Whitestone Cheese Factory and 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from North Otago Museum. 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 centre 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-property class Oamaru North motel, you'll be 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from National Bank and 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Steam Train.
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What's nearby

  • Whitestone Cheese Factory - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Steampunk HQ - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • North Otago Museum - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Janet Frame House - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Oamaru Harbour - 6 min drive - 4.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Indian Kitchen Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Scotts Brewing - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Colonial Lodge Motel

WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business centre 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
Colonial Lodge Motel offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Accommodation at this 3.5-star motel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Oamaru motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 20 per person

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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 staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

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 continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 20 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 per cent

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, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise 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 all accommodation.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Colonial Lodge Motel?

Colonial Lodge Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Colonial Lodge Motel?

As of 30 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Colonial Lodge Motel on 31 Jul 2026 start from NZ$185, 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 Colonial Lodge Motel?

Yep, Colonial Lodge Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Colonial Lodge Motel?

The closest beach to Colonial Lodge Motel is Bushy Beach (5.9 km).

Does Colonial Lodge Motel serve breakfast?

You bet, continental brekkie is served daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Colonial Lodge Motel?

No, Colonial Lodge Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Colonial Lodge Motel?

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

Are pets allowed at Colonial Lodge Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Colonial Lodge Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 277 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 277 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 277 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 277 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 277 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had 2 nights in Oamaru, easy to find, happy reception, clean, warm room, comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Doreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very far from town centre but a nice clean place with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was all that was needed for us
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

LISA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff and room was tidy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy, very warm which is great. The owner is very lovely, came and knocked on door to ask if we needed anything. We will definitely be back in future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a nice place to stay and walk around.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeni

Lovely motel - clean and well maintained but out of town
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Rhys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable stay in a clean and spacious room. A little road noise but not bad at all.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our two bed unit was clean and well appointed. It was well out of the way of the main units so it was quiet. The kitchen had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christiane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room had the basic kitchen motel amenities. The room was clean, the staff friendly and our parking in front of our room. The victorian buildings were well restored. We couldn't get a ticket to see the blue pinguins at night but we saw a few including young ones during the day inside the research centre area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent front desk staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and good value. Full cooking facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

jude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay, nice and warm unit, host was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were pleased to be located at the rear of the complex so didn’t hear traffic noise. The suite was situated nicely and clean and the beds were comfortable. Was especially happy to be welcomed by a cat, not sure if it’s part of the complex or neighbour but was a delightful surprise, just want to know its name. Only there for a night so only interaction with staff was check-in and the person was friendly. Kitchen is small but has the basic supplies to be able to prepare a simple meal.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jacinda

Liked: Cleanliness
The bedroom, kitchen and the bathroom was really tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Not the modern rooms but clean and well equipped
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is so cute! Loved seeing the alpaca out the back too. Staff (Linda) was so lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Fabio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice host, comfortable apartment and parking. The room was on the colder side and we didn't manage to figure out how to warm it up.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gaynor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. The room was clean, warm and spacious enough. The bed was comfy and the linen was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the third time we have stayed here, and we will keep coming back as it is always spotlessly clean, and so quiet. The beds are extremely comfortable, and the staff always willing to answer any questions.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Clive

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

Good quiet place to stay

Nice and quiet but still close to access. Easy to come and go.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This motel is pleasant and clean. Although a bit tired inside, it was tidy and adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Comfortable 2 bedrooms

Comfortable two bedrooms, easy checkin /checkout and parking
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great experience, quiet spacious 1br unit
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025