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Superior Suite
Reception
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Reception

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$182
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July

Explore the area

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126 Thames Street, Oamaru, Otago, 9400
  • Place, Janet Frame House
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Steampunk HQ
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Oamaru Harbour
    ‪13 min walk‬

Room options

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Superior Suite

Superior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a wall-mounted trumpet, a lamp, and a radio on a bedside table.

Superior King Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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King Room

King Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • City view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a small kitchenette, and a door.

Petite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, white linens, a framed picture on the wall, and two bedside lamps.

Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

King Room

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

Superior King Room

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

Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Oamaru

A luxury stay in Oamaru awaits you at Poshtel. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find North Otago Museum and Oamaru Hospital. Highlights at this lodge include free in-room WiFi. .This lodge offers free WiFi in public areas, dry cleaning/laundry services and luggage storage. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a front desk safe and a television in a common area. Continental breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 5-property class Oamaru lodge include Janet Frame House and Steampunk HQ.
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What's nearby

  • North Otago Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Janet Frame House - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Steampunk HQ - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Oamaru Harbour - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 11 min drive - 2.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Indian Kitchen Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Scotts Brewing - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Poshtel

Poshtel offers its guests laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a front desk safe. Public spaces have free WiFi. The luxury Poshtel also features a television in common area and a lift. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Oamaru lodge.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
Poshtel offers 15 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually decorated. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (NZD 4 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • This property welcomes adults only.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 45 per night.
  • 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.

  • Self-parking fee: NZD 4 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 45 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and children 2 years old and younger aren't allowed.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Poshtel Hotel Oamaru
Poshtel Oamaru
Poshtel Lodge
Poshtel Oamaru
Poshtel Lodge Oamaru

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Poshtel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Poshtel?

As of 25 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Poshtel on 26 Jul 2026 start from NZ$182, 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 Poshtel?

Yep, Poshtel has a self car park for NZD 4 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Poshtel?

The closest beach to Poshtel is Bushy Beach (3 km).

Is Poshtel family-friendly?

No, Poshtel is an adults-only property.

Does Poshtel serve breakfast?

Yep, guests adore the continental breakfast here! Available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Poshtel?

No, Poshtel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Poshtel?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Poshtel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Poshtel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 336 out of 418 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 418 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 418 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 418 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 418 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was excellent and room very clean, staff very friendly and breakfast was ok!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fun place in a fun little city
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
exceptional, clean, great food selection and amazing hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay lovely clean room and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the atmosphere in the hotel, overall great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great quirky hotel, very clean with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roisin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
really great stay and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing property staff fantastic particle karen( Scottish lady ) breakfast excellent will definitely recommend and will definitely stay again 5 star plus
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Merry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a fabulous hotel with tons of character. The decor was incredible. And it was clean, comfy and close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small but comfortable room. Good amenities and great location with the historical center, restaurants and shopping close by.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Iain

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic one night stay (as repeat guests). Reception was great, room was lovely and the breakfast was outstanding. Will stay again and highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room - very comfy couch and chairs. Bed was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely bathroom amenities and delicious breakfast. Handy location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PRASANTA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute place. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, cool place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Really enjoyed the quirkiness of this hotel and its central position. Oamaru was a pleasant surprise
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A perfect place to stay in a town like Oamaru. Friendly staff, clean rooms, good breakfast options. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel. We had the apartment and it had everything you could possibly need. Very cool decor throughout . Kind of matched the steampunk art theme in town. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful too.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Great room helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and spotless room. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room. Lots of space, good coffee bar area, and very nice bathroom. The continental breakfast had alot of options, much more than expected.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, however overnight there was a lot of traffic noise from the large trucks passing by.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, Very unique boutique hotel, nice decos for lobby, basic breakfast, different room type than we initially thought. But for this small town, a bit pricey.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great Hotel, quirky themed decor, friendly team and an incredible breakfast set up. Love that its an easy walk to dining precinct
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic building. Very walkable to nearby resturaunts and town sites. Lovely lounge. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025