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Oamaru Motor Lodge

Property class: 4

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A black car parked in front of a building with a white exterior and a black roof.
A multi-story hotel with a parking lot, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A hotel with a double-story structure, large windows, and a parking lot.
A kitchen with a countertop, a sink, and a window with blinds.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept

Explore the area

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391 Thames Highway, Oamaru, 9400
  • Place, Whitestone Cheese Factory
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Steampunk HQ
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Janet Frame House
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

A hotel room with a black leather sofa, a red bedspread, and a painting on the wall.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted light.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Studio Suite, Jetted Tub

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and a window.

Studio Suite, Jetted Tub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window.

Superior Studio Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Studio Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Oamaru

At Oamaru Motor Lodge you'll be 1.7 km (1 mi) from Whitestone Cheese Factory and 2.3 km (1.5 mi) from Janet Frame House. Highlights at this motel include a free airport shuttle, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has a business centre. Other amenities include a free manager's reception and laundry facilities. Each morning full breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 9 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area. There's also limited parking, along with the convenience of a free shopping centre shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Oamaru North motel, you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from North Otago Museum and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Oamaru Hospital.
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What's nearby

  • Whitestone Cheese Factory - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Steampunk HQ - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • North Otago Museum - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Janet Frame House - 5 min drive - 3.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Filadelphios Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Scotts Brewing - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Oamaru Motor Lodge

WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business centre. A free manager's reception is offered daily. A roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and A shopping centre shuttle are free. A fitness centre, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Oamaru Motor Lodge.

This 4-star Oamaru motel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2008
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Oamaru Motor Lodge offers 15 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Accommodation at this 4-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary weekday newspapers and telephones. 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

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
  • Free shopping centre shuttle
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9 AM for a fee: NZD 31 per person
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2008
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 60

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 40 per pet, per stay
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • An off-lead area is available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 60.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 30.0 per stay.

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 full breakfast: from approximately NZD 31 per person
  • Pet fee: NZD 40 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 60 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 60.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 and a first aid kit
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 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 and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Oamaru Lodge
Oamaru Motor
Oamaru Motor Lodge
Oamaru Motor Lodge Motel
Oamaru Motor Lodge Oamaru
Oamaru Motor Lodge Motel Oamaru

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Oamaru Motor Lodge?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Oamaru Motor Lodge?

As of 31 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oamaru Motor Lodge on 2 Sept 2026 start from NZ$193, 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 Oamaru Motor Lodge?

Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Oamaru Motor Lodge?

The closest beach to Oamaru Motor Lodge is Bushy Beach (4.6 km).

Does Oamaru Motor Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, full breakfast is served daily between 8:00 AM and 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Oamaru Motor Lodge?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request.

What time are check-in & check-out at Oamaru Motor Lodge?

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

Are pets allowed at Oamaru Motor Lodge?

Furry friends are welcome at Oamaru Motor Lodge, with dog exercise areas on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet.

Oamaru Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 539 out of 746 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 176 out of 746 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 746 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 746 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 746 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great motel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent assistance when we called to say we would be late. A pleasant over night stay 😊
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable motel in a quaint historic town
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

DP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient to town and large clean quarters.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean strip motel with the usual amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness
Great parking, front desk service was quick and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay. The hosts were excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms with great facilities. Check in staff were friendly too
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay and the room had everything we needed. We hadn’t planned on stopping in Oamaru so this was a bonus stay for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place to stay reasonable priced
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy, friendly check-in. Room clean, well supplied and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jo-Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
property good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Casey-Rose

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mikaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a lovely place to stay, close to everything, great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 3 nights, would have been happy to stay for more. Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and clean, everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place to stay - clean, quiet, close to tourist sites, staff friendly ,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay, clean, convenient and good staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and very comfortable. Check in was quick and easy. Despite being on SH1 there was no noise in the evening and we slept well.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, with clean & tidy room and welcoming staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025