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Oamaru Motor Lodge

4.0 star property
Motel in Oamaru with airport shuttle service and a fitness center

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV
Superior Studio Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
The current price is SAR 275
SAR 319 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug

Room options

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Studio Suite, Jetted Tub | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Studio Suite, Jetted Tub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Jetted bathtub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Superior Studio Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Superior Studio Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
391 Thames Highway, Oamaru, 9400

What's nearby

  • Whitestone Cheese Factory - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Steampunk HQ - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Oamaru Harbour - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 7 min drive - 4.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Galleon Complex - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kfc - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Indian Kitchen Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Oamaru Motor Lodge

Upscale motel located in Oamaru North
Take advantage of a free roundtrip airport shuttle, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace at Oamaru Motor Lodge. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a free shopping center shuttle, and an electric car charging station
  • An off-leash area, a front-desk safe, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Smoke-free premises, barbecue grills, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Oamaru Motor Lodge boast thoughtful touches such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Private yards, kitchenettes, and refrigerators

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 16 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
  • Travel crib

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 center

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 elevator
  • 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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: 30-percent of room rate for check-in between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 50

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 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of NZD 30 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 30 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 16 per person
  • Pet fee: NZD 30 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: 30-percent of room rate for check-in between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

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

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

Is Oamaru Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of NZD 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of 26 Rajab 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oamaru Motor Lodge on 27 Rajab 2025 start from $82.56, 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.

How much is parking at Oamaru Motor Lodge?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Oamaru Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 9:00 AM– 10:00 AM for a fee of 30%.

What time is check-out at Oamaru Motor Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 50 (subject to availability).

Does Oamaru Motor Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Oamaru Motor Lodge located?

Located in Oamaru North, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Whitestone Cheese Factory, Janet Frame House, and North Otago Museum. Oamaru Hospital and National Bank are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Oamaru Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 504 out of 685 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 685 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 685 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 685 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 685 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Peter

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

10/10 Excellent

Mp

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located with many dining options around. Room size is what you would expect of a motel, however, it's very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice decor, clean and new. The kitchenette was nice. Will need to have a car or Uber to see attractions. The clerk gave a great recommendation for dinner and hints on wear to look for penguins.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay in a lovely warm and comfortable family unit. It was very quiet and appreciated the little touches they did to make our stay enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, stayed 1 night for work, great shower pressure, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious clean and comfortable room Perfect for our one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Loved the big bath! Bed was super comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a very convenient and good motor lodge
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean and spacious Onsite parking
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very tidy and pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good quality motel, but would have been nice if the heat pump had been on when we arrived.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

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

Convenient place to stay

Great place to stay for a overnight stay. They also provide extra cooking facilities if you ask for them at reception
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

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

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well maintained. Friendly helpful staff from management to cleaning personnel. Recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amlan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was large and facility's good. Staff friendly and helpful. Local dairy and takeaway close by. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and tidy. Easy access as i arrived later in the day after reception was closed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You have everything you need for a comfortable stay, good location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean tidy and convenient place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024