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A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, leather sofas, a red chair, and multiple hanging lights.

A wall of whisky labels in a room with wooden flooring and a staircase leading to another area.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, red chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area in the background.

A reception desk with a glass top, wooden base, and three hanging lamps with a geometric pattern.

1. Poshtel

0.4 km from North Otago Museum

Cheryl

SAR 436

SAR 503 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A stone building with a balcony, large windows, and well-maintained hedges.

A well-maintained lawn with neatly trimmed hedges and a stone building with a green roof.

A bedroom with a balcony, patterned wallpaper, a bed with a pink blanket, and a TV on the wall.

A dining area with a table set for four, a window with curtains, and a view of trees and a building.

2. Casa Nova House

Oamaru North, 3 km from North Otago Museum

Bruce

SAR 998

SAR 1,148 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sep - 30 Sep

A black car parked in front of a building with a white exterior and a black roof.

A kitchen with a countertop, a sink, and a window with blinds.

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

A multi-story hotel with a parking lot, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

3. Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru North, 2.1 km from North Otago Museum

Linda

SAR 315

SAR 366 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a brick driveway and a landscaped garden.

A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky cliffs, and a distant view of mountains.

A multi-story building with balconies, outdoor seating, and large windows.

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

4. The Mews Oamaru

1 km from North Otago Museum

Mark

SAR 339

SAR 397 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A house with a large porch and a view of the Milky Way.

A spacious living room with a red carpet, a wooden coffee table, a sofa, and a chair. There are windows with curtains, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A room with a large window, two patterned armchairs, a wooden cabinet, and a vase with branches.

5. Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Historic Precinct, 1.3 km from North Otago Museum

Brindan

SAR 1,656

SAR 1,904 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sep - 30 Sep

A room with two beds, a wooden table, and a television.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a window above the countertop.

A motel with a covered patio, sliding glass doors to the rooms, and outdoor seating.

A two-story residential building with a paved driveway and a small porch area.

6. AAA Thames Court Motel

1.1 km from North Otago Museum

Brittney

SAR 294

SAR 504 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A commercial laundry area with two stacked washers and a dryer, a safety warning sign, and a potted plant.

A street view of a hotel with a row of rooms on either side, a car parked in the middle, and a hill with houses in the background.

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with sheer curtains, and a view of trees outside.

A patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a brick wall.

7. ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

Oamaru North, 1.6 km from North Otago Museum

Kevin

SAR 325

SAR 373 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A building facade with ornate architectural details, including a central decorative panel and two symmetrical sculptures.

A hallway with a staircase, a clock, and framed pictures on the walls.

A balcony with a view of a city street and buildings, a sofa, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A bar area with a beer tap and a wine & beverage list sign.

8. Brydone Hotel Oamaru

0.1 km from North Otago Museum

Paul

SAR 274

SAR 320 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A gym with multiple treadmills, red chairs, and a table.

A parking lot with several cars, a McDonald's restaurant, and a building with a red roof.

A motel with a red roof, a signboard, and a parking lot with cars.

A hotel room with two beds, a sink, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

9. Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

0.7 km from North Otago Museum

Peter

SAR 357

SAR 410 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sep - 30 Sep

A set of outdoor metal stairs with a handrail, leading up to a building entrance.

A modern bedroom with a red bed, a sliding glass door, and a small patio area with a table and chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A compact kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a kettle on the countertop.

10. Heritage Court Lodge

Oamaru North, 2.2 km from North Otago Museum

Patricia

SAR 273

SAR 318 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A building entrance with a covered porch, large potted plants, and a sign indicating a Sky lounge.

A neatly made bed with a white comforter, a rolled white blanket, and a dark blue throw blanket.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a refrigerator.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a kettle, and a stove.

11. Alpine Motel

0.9 km from North Otago Museum

Tony

SAR 272

SAR 317 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A well-maintained garden with a flowering tree, a stone border, and a lawn.

A hotel room with a bed, a purple sofa, a wooden coffee table, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A neatly made bed with a white quilt, two striped pillows, and a black headboard. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a remote control on one.

A hotel with a two-story structure, a staircase leading to the upper level, and outdoor seating area with chairs and tables.

12. 289 Midway Motel

1 km from North Otago Museum

Wendy

SAR 334

SAR 386 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A bar with a row of beer taps labeled with various brands and types.

A formal dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a cabinet, and two flags.

A room with two beds, wooden flooring, and a window with sheer curtains.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, two armchairs, a small round table, and a window with a view of a building.

13. Criterion Boutique Hotel

Historic Precinct, 0.3 km from North Otago Museum

Nicholas

SAR 259

SAR 300 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

A modern building with a glass facade overlooking a body of water.

A home theater room with a large screen, reclining seats, and a mural of autumn leaves.

A modern room with two purple armchairs, a small side table with a plant, and a large window offering a view of greenery and buildings.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a mounted TV.

14. Tirohanga Nui

Historic Precinct, 1.2 km from North Otago Museum

SAR 1,148

SAR 1,335 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, a large window with a view of the city, and a painting on the wall.

A modern building with a car parked in front.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, a wooden cabinet, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

15. Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

0.7 km from North Otago Museum

SAR 424

SAR 490 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A bed with a grey quilt and red pillows, a red and white striped throw, and a white headboard.

A room with a TV, a desk, two chairs, a bed, a small kitchen area, and a window.

A grassy outdoor area with a swing set and a slide.

A well-maintained garden with a palm tree, flowering plants, and a wooden fence.

16. Colonial Lodge Motel

Oamaru North, 3.6 km from North Otago Museum

Brent

SAR 329

SAR 383 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A restaurant with wooden beams, tables, chairs, and menu boards.

A billiards hall with a wooden counter, a digital scoreboard, and a glass display case.

A two-story building with a sign reading "Ascot Reception" above the entrance.

A landscaped garden with a gravel path, rocks, and flowering bushes.

17. Ascot Oamaru Motel

Oamaru North, 3.9 km from North Otago Museum

Akuila

SAR 354

SAR 408 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance.

An interior of a church with wooden pews arranged in rows, a central altar, and stained glass windows.

A grassy park area with trees and a building in the background.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a kitchenette, and a large window.

18. Teschemakers Resort

9.5 km from North Otago Museum

Jawid

SAR 493

SAR 567 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A large, ornate building with a symmetrical facade, multiple chimneys, and a prominent entrance.

A hallway with a red carpet, wooden columns, a door with glass panels, and string lights.

A vintage-style living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a cabinet.

A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink, and a mirror.

19. BURNSIDE HOMESTEAD

14.3 km from North Otago Museum

SAR 906

SAR 1,042 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to North Otago Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Poshtel	9.6 Exceptional 431 reviews	View
Casa Nova House	10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Oamaru Motor Lodge	9.4 Exceptional 748 reviews	View
The Mews Oamaru	9.4 Exceptional 375 reviews	View
Pen-y-bryn Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 18 reviews	View

Top North Otago Museum Hotel Reviews

The Mews Oamaru

8/10 Good

"Staff were friendly and helpful"

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

10/10 Excellent

"Easy parking. Great room.Lots nearby restaurants"

Oamaru Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Very happy. Thoroughly enjoyed the spa bath in our room."

Heritage Court Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed my stay at Heritage Court Lodge. Spacious studio unit, quiet with minimal road noise. Friendly staff , reception personnel helpful."

Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was immaculate. Great interior design."

Alpine Motel

8/10 Good

"Friendly staff, easy parking."

Poshtel

10/10 Excellent

"I travel to Oamaru a lot and somehow only just found Poshtel on Expedia. Easily the best hotel I’ve stayed in here. The room was spotless, comfortable and full of character, quirky vintage and steampunk touches that actually feel like Oamaru. Everything was clean, well thought out and a real step up from the usual places I stay. Staff were friendly, helpful and made check-in easy. Breakfast was excellent too, proper continental spread with fresh fruit, pastries and local Whitestone cheese. location is perfect: walkable to the historic precinct, Steampunk HQ, cafes and the harbour. Nothing I didn’t like. If you come to Oamaru regularly, skip the usual options and stay here. I’ll be booking it again."

289 Midway Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great value for money, helpful staff, warm and clean"

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

8/10 Good

"Nice place to stay."

Other attractions near North Otago Museum

A classical building with columns and the sign "Bank of New South Wales".

Forrester Gallery

8.6/10 (14 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Forrester Gallery during your trip to Oamaru. Amble around the area's marina or experience its museums.

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A vintage car with a robot on top, in a dimly lit garage with a sign reading "FISHCH".

Steampunk HQ

8.8/10 (231 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Steampunk HQ during your trip to Oamaru. Amble around the area's marina or experience its museums.

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An interior of a church with wooden pews, a red carpet, and stained glass windows.

St Lukes Anglican Church

8.2/10 (26 reviews)

St Lukes Anglican Church is just one of the places to see in Oamaru, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's marina or experience its museums.

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Grainstore Gallery

8.4/10 (38 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Grainstore Gallery during your travels in Oamaru. Amble around the area's marina or experience its museums.

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A steam locomotive on tracks in front of a building with a sign reading "STEAMPUNK HQ".

Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct

9.2/10 (273 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct during your trip to Oamaru. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums.

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Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail

8.4/10 (14 reviews)

You can take time to visit Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail during your travels to Oamaru. Amble around the area's marina or experience its museums.

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Woolstore Complex

8.6/10 (38 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Woolstore Complex in Oamaru. Amble around the area's marina or experience its museums.

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Auto Museum

9.2/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Auto Museum during your travels in Oamaru. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around North Otago Museum?

North Otago Museum is located in Oamaru. Travelers like the surrounding area for its historic landmarks. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 34 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near North Otago Museum?

Adjacent to North Otago Museum, Poshtel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this lodge offers free WiFi and parking. Other good choices within a short distance include Brydone Hotel Oamaru and The Mews Oamaru.

How many hotels are there close to North Otago Museum?

Expedia has 34 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from North Otago Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near North Otago Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to North Otago Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near North Otago Museum?

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What can I see and do near North Otago Museum?

Janet Frame House, Totara Estate, and Totara Estate are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony and Oamaru Gardens. Explore nature at Oamaru Harbour and Bushy Beach.

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Our top choices for North Otago Museum hotels

1. Poshtel

2. Casa Nova House

3. Oamaru Motor Lodge

4. The Mews Oamaru

5. Pen-y-bryn Lodge

6. AAA Thames Court Motel

7. ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

8. Brydone Hotel Oamaru

9. Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

10. Heritage Court Lodge

11. Alpine Motel

12. 289 Midway Motel

13. Criterion Boutique Hotel

14. Tirohanga Nui

15. Joy 40 Apartments Oamaru

16. Colonial Lodge Motel

17. Ascot Oamaru Motel

18. Teschemakers Resort

19. BURNSIDE HOMESTEAD

Compare popular hotels close to North Otago Museum

Top North Otago Museum Hotel Reviews

The Mews Oamaru

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Oamaru Motor Lodge

Heritage Court Lodge

Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru

Alpine Motel

Poshtel

289 Midway Motel

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Other attractions near North Otago Museum

Forrester Gallery

Steampunk HQ

St Lukes Anglican Church

Grainstore Gallery

Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct

Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail

Woolstore Complex

Auto Museum

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