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Northstar Motel

4.5 star property
Eco-certified motel in Oamaru with free parking

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Restaurant
Terrace/patio
Family dining
Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Corporate) | Private kitchen
Front of property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Business services

Explore the area

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495A 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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Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Corporate)

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Corporate)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Washer/dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Oamaru

At Northstar Motel you'll be 3 km (1.9 mi) from Whitestone Cheese Factory and 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Janet Frame House. Highlights at this eco-friendly motel include in-room washers/dryers, balconies and LCD TVs. .The restaurant, Northstar, is open for lunch and dinner. The motel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 4.5-property class Oamaru North motel, you'll be 4 km (2.5 mi) from North Otago Museum and 4 km (2.5 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 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Indian Kitchen Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fat Sally's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Northstar Motel

Eco-certified motel in Oamaru with free parking
As a guest of Northstar Motel, you'll find an arcade/games room, laundry facilities, and room service (during limited hours). WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free self parking is available.

This 4.5-star Oamaru motel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Games room or arcade
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Northstar Motel offers 16 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with queen sofa beds. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Oamaru motel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a weekly 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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (NZD 5 per 24-hour period)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 5 per 24-hour period)

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 10 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Northstar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • In-room washing machine/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Business services

  • Conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Queen sofa bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.00 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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: approximately NZD 10 to 15 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: NZD 5 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: NZD 5 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.00 per night

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Northstar Motel Oamaru
Northstar Oamaru
Northstar Motel Motel
Northstar Motel Oamaru
Northstar Motel Motel Oamaru

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Northstar Motel?

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

Is parking available at Northstar Motel?

Yep, Northstar Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Northstar Motel?

The closest beach to Northstar Motel is Bushy Beach (5.7 km).

What makes Northstar Motel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Northstar Motel.

Is Northstar Motel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and a playground, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Northstar Motel is a hit with families.

Does Northstar Motel serve breakfast?

You bet, continental breakfast is offered at Northstar Motel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Northstar Motel?

No, Northstar Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Northstar Motel?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Northstar Motel?

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

Are pets allowed at Northstar Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Northstar Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 235 out of 353 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 103 out of 353 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 353 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 353 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 353 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, short drive to tourist spots. We had one of the back downstairs unit which was quiet. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Nicole

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

shayle

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

Convenient

A very comfortable and clean motel and not far from the centre of oamaru Easy drive into town
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Suzanne

Travelled with family
Nice enough clean motel. Pricey at $220 per night. Bit of a frosty reception on arrival. Restaurant was well priced and friendly but basically had 50% of the menu unavailable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

robert

Liked: Cleanliness
it was okay .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We were staying on the top level and our tv wasn’t working. Wasn’t bothered to go tell the staff cause we didn’t really use it, as we only came back to the motel to rest and than off to our next adventure. Stayed here for 5 days and cleanliness was 5/5. Always changed our towels and took out the rubbish and recycling. Would definitely stay here again next time we travel down from Auckland
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, clean unit. Friendly administration. Great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Damien

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was large, clean, & nicely decorated. Staff were helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

ricky

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size room ,quiet,
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms, good wi fi . Level 4 started - very helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked everything about the property. Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good motel at a reasonable price close to town and relatively quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable room. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was huge! Clean, tidy and staff really really friendly. Will definitely use this place again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was spot-on spacious not at all pokey ,good size bathroom . Fabulous big bed very comfy Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, warm with good amenities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

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

Great stay

Great Food. You should order from restaurant. Awesome steak
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Sharee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Simple, Clean and offers Value

Enjoyed our stay, the people Shirley and Lance in particular were lovely to deal with and the property is older but clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2020