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Colonial Lodge Motel

3.5 star property
Motel in Oamaru with free parking

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Garden
Children’s play area – outdoor
Property grounds
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct

Explore the area

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509 Thames Highway, Oamaru, 9400
  • Steampunk HQ
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Oamaru Harbour
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Superior Studio

Superior Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Studio (Plus) | Living room

Superior Studio (Plus)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 3

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Studio Plus

  • Sleeps 3

Studio Unit

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Oamaru

Colonial Lodge Motel puts you in the centre 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 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 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from North Otago Museum and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from National Bank.
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What's nearby

  • Steampunk HQ - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Oamaru Harbour - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Oamaru Gardens - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 9 min drive - 6.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Indian Kitchen Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fat Sally's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Colonial Lodge Motel

Motel in Oamaru with free parking
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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  • Parking included
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  • Breakfast available
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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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 16 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
  • Smoke-free property

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

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 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 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
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 credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard 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.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

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 21 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Colonial Lodge Motel on 12 Oct 2025 start from NZ$185.00, 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.